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Ideas for a sailor dress

Lolix Diabolical

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Posted: Sat May 29, 2010 10:44 am

So! I have one week to prepare for a Steam Punk tea party. However I know there will be an abundance of Sky Pirates and Proper Ladies and I don't care to blend into either. I was thinking of perhaps adjusting my persona to make a Sea Sailor or a Submariner.

At any rate, I came across a beautiful sailor dress but on its own it isn't particularly steamy. Any suggestions would be immensely appreciated.

Here are pictures of the dress:

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Posted: Sat May 29, 2010 5:15 pm

Gear badges?

maybe a brown sash and afghan scarf?

and obviously goggles

Darkweaver66

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Posted: Sun May 30, 2010 8:06 am

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Gear badges?

maybe a brown sash and afghan scarf?

and obviously goggles

I second that. Also possibly a corset over top? though that might be a bit much...

Posted: Sun May 30, 2010 10:15 am

A belt with pouches is also good, as well as sewing extra pockets into the fabric.

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Del Amor

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Posted: Sun May 30, 2010 6:50 pm

You could amp up the detail. Intricate detail is what the Victorians were all about, so it's a more personal and customizable way to add interest.

I would recommend matching lace and, if you have any knack for it, maybe some subtle needle work. For a belt, you could play up the nautical style by using a length of thick(maybe 1/2" diameter), cream-colored rope.

Personally, I would change out that ribbon under the collar for something with a more vintage feel. Add a nice hat and I think you'd be looking pretty good.

Also! This is my personal tip: you can steampunk out classic lace by going over parts of the pattern with metallic threads and metal beads or--if you have them--even attaching small cogs.

Posted: Mon May 31, 2010 4:28 pm

Honestly, i'm madly in love with that adorable dress as it is. Toss on some stripy socks or stockings and some cute shoes and it's done. biggrin I do hope you post pics of whatever you end up doing with it!