Fantasy The Order of Seven - Supernatural Victorian thriller - interest check

[laceanddoodles]

Joseph is like, 60% himbo so I have a feeling he’d love everyone- it’s an instant friend (if you don’t mind him being American too much)

Faiiirrrr-- "Oh I just love Americans!! They're so forthcoming, and so informal!! They'll smile and say hello to people they've never even been introduced to, like they're old friends. It's charming."

 

[laceanddoodles]

Another fun fact!! Throughout the 19th century (and definitely in the 1850s), it wasn't at all uncommon for men to be wearing corsets, as well.



This was the fashionable silhouette-- and most men do not naturally have that trim of a nipped waist. So, corsets and chest enhancers were worn under the clothes. This would also help the clothing lie smoother and fit closer.

(Also, open challenge to anyone to guess how many corsets I currently own.)

 

[MechanicalSnake]

Another fun fact!! Throughout the 19th century (and definitely in the 1850s), it wasn't at all uncommon for men to be wearing corsets, as well.

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This was the fashionable silhouette-- and most men do not naturally have that trim of a nipped waist. So, corsets and chest enhancers were worn under the clothes. This would also help the clothing lie smoother and fit closer.

(Also, open challenge to anyone to guess how many corsets I currently own.)

As a steampunker, I do know this
And I think I own about 7 corsets, plus 3 I'm selling cause they're crap.

I'd say you might have about as many, but expensive ones

 

[laceanddoodles]

As a steampunker, I do know this
And I think I own about 7 corsets, plus 3 I'm selling cause they're crap.

I'd say you might have about as many, but expensive ones

...Funnily enough, I only have four. One pair of reproduction 18th century stays, two modern corsets that I bought until I can save for an actual decent 19th century repro, and then one that I made!! My first foray into the delicate art of corset making!

 

[MechanicalSnake]

...Funnily enough, I only have four. One pair of reproduction 18th century stays, two modern corsets that I bought until I can save for an actual decent 19th century repro, and then one that I made!! My first foray into the delicate art of corset making!

Most of mine are cheap fakes, but I don't mind, cause the two real good ones I have cannot be used in my band, I don't get enough air in them to sing XD

 

[laceanddoodles]

Most of mine are cheap fakes, but I don't mind, cause the two real good ones I have cannot be used in my band, I don't get enough air in them to sing XD

That's so validddd-- I haven't really had a chance to attempt singing in a corset.

 

[MechanicalSnake]

That's so validddd-- I haven't really had a chance to attempt singing in a corset.

well the main problem is, for singing you need to be able to breath into your stomach and your ribs need to expand, which ain't an option...
You -can- breathe into your chest, but you cannot create any support.

 

[laceanddoodles]

well the main problem is, for singing you need to be able to breath into your stomach and your ribs need to expand, which ain't an option...
You -can- breathe into your chest, but you cannot create any support.

Don't worry, through various choirs and vocal coaches, I've had 15 years worth of classical vocal training. I used to think I'd go into opera. I'm well aware.

 

[MechanicalSnake]

Don't worry, through various choirs and vocal coaches, I've had 15 years worth of classical vocal training. I used to think I'd go into opera. I'm well aware.

Haha, well I kinda suck but, that's another reason why I need all the help I can get!
I'm also fat tho, so it's always a choice between looking better and suffocating.

 

[laceanddoodles]

Haha, well I kinda suck but, that's another reason why I need all the help I can get!
I'm also fat tho, so it's always a choice between looking better and suffocating.

Aw, don't be too hard on yourself. I bet you're great!!

 

[MechanicalSnake]

Aw, don't be too hard on yourself. I bet you're great!!

I mean. No, and thanks to corona online streaming, youtube now has a proof, haha!

 

[laceanddoodles]

I mean. No, and thanks to corona online streaming, youtube now has a proof, haha!

I already have a sketch for the Giselle and Gabriel dancing illustration, by the way

 

[MechanicalSnake]

I already have a sketch for the Giselle and Gabriel dancing illustration, by the way

Awesome!!!! I'd love to see some of your actual clothes too, but it might be too personal, so you don't have to.
My, I don't mind showing my ugly mug online.

 

[Epiphany]

Good Lord, does this Interest Check need a Discord. Or even an OOC...

 

[MechanicalSnake]

Good Lord, does this Interest Check need a Discord. Or even an OOC...

It got out of hands, yes

 

[laceanddoodles]

Awesome!!!! I'd love to see some of your actual clothes too, but it might be too personal, so you don't have to.
My, I don't mind showing my ugly mug online.

These are... a few of my looks. This is a mishmash of antique pieces, pieces I bought, and pieces I’ve made.

 

[MechanicalSnake]

Gooooosh this is amazing!!
Also you totally remind me of a friend of mine it's uncanny!
How does the first skirt even work ffs!

 

[laceanddoodles]

Gooooosh this is amazing!!
Also you totally remind me of a friend of mine it's uncanny!
How does the first skirt even work ffs!

It's a crinoline, with a skirt on top. You can totally see the hooping steel through the skirt, the light made it transparent. That particular skirt is just obnoxious to pair with any of my petticoats, or I would have layered it.



A few more looks with full crinoline glory

 

[Epiphany]

Crinoline - Wikipedia

en.m.wikipedia.org

 

[Epiphany]

Argh, beat me to the draw.

 

[MechanicalSnake]

I love the blue thing best so far!

Zero effort for historical accuracy, just basic steampunk shit but here's what I do

 

[idalie]

huzzah! i have finally finished xx SilverFlight gift for you

 

[laceanddoodles]

By the way, since SilverFlight is clearly asleep, would anyone be opposed to me making just a pm group chat for this?

And MechanicalSnake --the jacket on the royal blue outfit is a true antique. It's most likely late 1880s. The skirt is something I made myself, I was just very lucky to find fabric that matches almost exactly. I've also made a ballgown bodice with the same fabric, to match the skirt!

 

[MechanicalSnake]

Technically by all means do so but we're not the ones to approve it

 

[laceanddoodles]

Technically by all means do so but we're not the ones to approve it

Clearly. But just so we can stop clogging up this thread.