Victorian burlesque was popular during the 1830s through the 1890s in London theaters. Also referred to as a “travesty” or “extravaganza,” burlesque took the form of a musical theatrical parody in which a well known theatrical piece such a play or an opera was adapted and turned into a comedic production and parody of the […]
Steampunk Pirate Costumes for Adults
Gothic Lolita Dresses and Accessories
Updated 2019 The Lolita dress trend is part of a fashion subculture that originated in Japan. The Lolita clothing style gets its inspiration from the Victorian and Rococo eras and also includes influences from current fashion trends. Clothing in this style is known for its intricate doll-like appeal. The Lolita dress first appeared around the […]
Alice in Wonderland Character Costumes Mad Hatter March Hare White Rabbit & Queens
Updated for 2019 Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll is a story that comes right out of the Victorian period. It was originally published by Macmillan in 1865 with the sequel of Through the Looking Glass and What Alice Found There published in 1871. Within the fantastical world of Alice, there are many instances […]
Printable Vintage Halloween Invitations
It’s not too late to put together a last minute Steampunk Halloween party for friends and neighbors. Even though Halloween is just a few days away, there is still time to invite folks if you create printable vintage Halloween invitations and hand them out or email or text them to your guests. To help you […]