Your guided tour through the basics of beginner costumes. We will explore the various archetypes, male & female, associated with Steampunk, break down their costumes and offer suggestions where to get these pieces inexpensively.

Edwina Tweed has been a Steampunk enthusiast since 2009 and a costumer for over 3 decades. Switching to more historical costuming has led to a fascination with not only the outerwear, but what’s worn underneath as well as accessories, hairstyles and customs of the era.