All of which leads me into this dialog about the influence of Victorian dressing upon Steampunk fashion. More recently I have become fascinated with – and immersed in – re-enactment dressing, circa the late 1800’s, which puts my current love of clothing squarely in the Victorian age. It is therefore thrilling to see an entire sub-culture now moving into the spotlight of “mainstream culture” here and abroad. Wells have always seemed like a reasonable possibility. I have also been a life-long fan of science fiction, so fabulous machines like those created by Jules Verne and H.G. I still recall watching the original CBS series Wild Wild West when I was in high school, and am now a bit horrified to discover the series aired in the mid-sixties! The character of Artemis Gordon and all of his fabulous gadgets was endlessly fascinating. This assignment has also led her into doing research and writing articles about Steampunk attire, which is heavily influenced by Victorian style from the 1800’s.įor starters, let me say that I have been an aficionado of Steampunk since before the name was coined. Sue also has been writing articles and copy for Recollections. Sue also writes articles for The Wild West Gazette, and The Bustledress Marketplace. She has also written several “how to” pieces, like “How to make a Victorian-style purse”. She started by creating two costume guides for re-enactors and continues to write about Victorian clothing and customs. Doing the research to ensure that her costumes were period-correct gave rise to the urge to share that information. Her adopted persona, Fannie Bashford is based upon the wife of Charles Bashford, who figured prominently in early Prescott history. Sue McDonald has always had an interest in all things vintage and often dresses in Victorian attire, and in addition to writing and acting in short melodramas that take place in the 1800’s, she does “living history” presentations. We will be giving away a pocket watch from Steampunk Threads to one lucky commenter. In addition to having beautiful Victorian gear, they also have a Steampunk line, Steampunk Threads. Today we welcome Sue McDonald, who writes about Victorian fashion in many places, including for Recollections a historical clothing company. Elizabeth Darvill, aka “Lolita Elizabeth” is also giving away some of her books. You can also win a copy of Kady Cross’ “The Girl in the Steel Corset”. Also, if you comment on Crista McHugh, Marie Harte, Christine Bell, or Cindy Spencer Pape’s posts you’re entered to win a Carina Press Prize pack–but it ends May 8, 2011, so hurry up. Matthew DelmanĬongrats! Please email me at hotmail to claim your prize. Next we have the $10 GC to Barnes and Noble or Amazon (your choice) courtesy of Steampunk Author Crista McHugh. First up, we have the winner of the bag ‘o books and swag from RT. Before we welcome today’s “Visiting Lolita” we have some winners to announce–because who doesn’t like winning stuff.
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