Steampunk conjures up images of 19th-century top hats, corsets, petticoats, and aviator goggles, but its followers say underneath the surface it's so much more.
It's difficult to ignore the stunning aesthetic element of steampunk.
"They might have had hair like this when they were younger. I think that is something that women really enjoy. They feel younger somehow and that makes them feel fabulous — like you're not invisible anymore."Besides the beauty of the aesthetic, Wheelwright said the outfits lent themselves to sewing and upcycling vintage clothing, which made it more accessible for those new to cosplaying.
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