Steampunk, in brief

(the above image from google images)

For a really unique and creative sub-culture, I'm surprised I'm not that interested in steam punk fashions, while I like some things of it, others I'm just not that fussed on. (however i wont deny it is quite fascinating)

Some of you may have an excellent understanding of what a steam punk is, while some of you may have never even heard the term. So here goes for a brief explanation:

The subculture is a reflection of the past (mainly the industrial and steam age) and debatably combining the past with the future.

Here's some of the main aspects: a lot of bronzed accessories, usually matched with black/sometimes white, like many other cultures you can break the associated "rules"

However, what exactly  steam punks wear is completely up to them, generally its a good idea to look at the available occupations of the era: for example, then we had:

• Pirates, they would probably wear brown leather boots, tight pants, loose white/tea stained shirt, along with thick belts, and chains holding enlarged mechanisms and pendants, telescopes, compasses

• Early plane flight attendant, probably boots and jeans as well, chances of military style clothing would be much higher! Double breasted jackets, helmets, goggles, studded belts etc;
• Victorian lady, much more elegant: corsets heavy, long skirts/dresses these are the ones more inclined to wear necklaces with gears and such hanging off them! Shoes can probably be more detailed: large bronze buckles, thick bronze zippers, necklaces, lace, opera glasses etc;
• Explorer, buckled shoes, and trousers, with lovely vests/coats etc, you could wear a bronzed self made bow tie, or gloves, specs, walking sticks, telescopes pocket watches
• Motorist, Trousers, lace up boots, vests coats, if you were to use this occupation as an influence, i think you could do allot in terms of all your brass bits and pieces: i can visualize motor pieces having a big impact upon the look! If you try i believe that cylinders would look rather wonderful! Aside that, top hats, single lens!
• Hunter, jeans, trousers, blouses, vests, corsets, Russian military hats, weaponry (guns, maybe even arrows/spears

weather you would like to use steam punk fashions for every day or as a dress up, you'll find many places to shop for all this, and maybe evn make your own! I recomend you visit http://www.steampunkemporium.com/ Thats all for now sadly! ive had a long tireing day, hopefully i didnt contradict myself (as i often do when im tired, and the fact my computer is freezing therefor not highlighting spelling errors) and you found the article interesting and useful. look out for more in the future!

Cyber, Punk, Goth, Steampunk and More shopping!!!

Okay, so i stumbled upon a really amazing online shopping store! the store is called Slash 'n' burn, however the URL is quite irrelevant to that, ( http://www.findcoolclothes.com/ ) however the things i found there are absolutely fascinating! there you will find pieces that allow you to dress for the pleasure of horror, or for sophistication, and you'll find some everyday "goth" kind of wear!
here are some of my favourite pieces:

Although Ive posted allot of black items, you'll fin they also range quite a lovely colour spectrum, and they stock clothing for both genders and all ages, including makeup/accessories, as well as being affordable.   I hope you enjoy shopping there!

Poser Bands or Poser Fans?

Many of you who are deeply enriched in musical/fashion cultures would notice the growing concept of "poser bands" But should they really be classified as "posers?" I think not! As a couple blogs i read have already suggested, many musicians and artists are stereotyped wrong, leading to the idea that they are "try hard" and more commonly "posers". I don't think its so much the band, clearly even if it isn't your taste, they wouldn't make it this far if they were indeed "posers" i think the label lies with the reputation of the fans. As many of you may have seen somewhere online, forums/discussions even a whole web page itself, the clicks amongst members ranging from elites, to die hard fan (or intelligent of the concerning matter) and then posers amongst the flock. Generally posers all like the same bands with these sub-cultures so maybe you should consider the fact posers have given bands a reputation, of which they are simply not worthy of. As a blog that i follow brought to light, Evanescence and Marylin Mason are quite talented, yet amongst their "crowd" they have been regarded as posers. while there is always going to be that odd band you simply don't like, unless they are faulty of copyright or something severe i genuinely think you should accept them, maybe even hear them out, as you might just like them!
the problem i see arising with this is as follows: while some people are quite accepting of all music others are becoming less and less accepting of people and their music taste altogether. what i mean by this is that the gap between clicks/crowds/stereotypes (while i don't like to stereotype) is becoming larger, and while a poser is basically seen as a try-hard i see them as an inexperienced and mainstream version of a non-mainstream product, i say this simply because many posers listen to bands (seen as posers) who are upon the more mainstream side of their culture, eg poser punks tend to like green day (who aren't actually that bad, although i don't follow them) and as mentioned poser goths like evanescence. i guess that as these people are phasing out of a mainstream world (most of the time) the haven't yet found a way to get hold of all the non-mainstream things which these cultures find so interesting.

Masks

After a long time without being able to post, Ive decided to write you an article on masks. It might sound "boring" but in fact i find the whole concept quite interesting, they are well renowned for symbolizing drama, originating from Greece and also became quite a popular "celeb rational" tool, known as a Masquerade.
The word "mask" comes from the french word "masque" the Latin meaning being that of a ghost. Masks are usually used in theatrical performances and rituals due to their powerful expressive techniques.
In many ancient cultures, found in Africa, north and Latin America Masks were used in rituals. These masks were to represent gods, ancestors and other important spirits. Some were even animals as some tribes believed that animal masks helped communicate with Gods. as you can see Masks were deeply based around mythology. Masks gradually became essential over time for theatre, as Many are probably aware, Masks still represent "drama" today. Particularly in Greece,
Over time masks became a fashion, leading to masquerade balls, you can find a perfect example in a scene of phantom of the opera.

Also before i forget, speaking of masks, currently in some larger newsagents and chain antique stores you can buy very nice masquerade jewelry holders, I'm posting a picture below, the some model to the one i plan to but, but a different model, ENJOY!!

Musical crash course part 1

okay, so Ive been busy again, and haven't been able to do much, anyway here is a small unedited section of my musical crash course writing, if you notice Ive written any contradictions, just ignore them. i often contradict myself when writing, then later i have to reread them and fix it all up, these arnt the most interesting genres but i think you ll get the point of what i mean by crash course:

Female vocalists, generally it could apply to any girl singer but when things are tagged with female vocalist its rock or heavier since its establishing its not trad. Male vocals, since otherwise girls often sing.

Indie: now this term isn’t even a genre really, I’m telling you because it comes up a lot, people think indie is just like hippies playing acoustics….. There’s a lot more to it than that indie is short for independent, meaning the artist who is indie plans their own gigs, is not signed to any record label no company is their “producer” or anything like that, any artist could be indie if they want, the stereotype of hippies on guitars is actually FOLK INDIE, a different story. In short it means any band that is indie is guaranteed to be poor. The Maine, skipping girl vinegar

Acoustic: some bands are purely acoustic and others just play a sad little song on their album that’s acoustic. If common sense didn’t already inform you what acoustic is, it’s just an acoustic guitar with vocals, maybe piano or soft drumming and whatever. November blessing

Alternative, this applies to about any band who is so original that no one knows what label them. Although you’ll notice a lot of bands are alternative rock of alt/punk and stuff, this means they are rock and unique or whatever. But it depends on the band.

Rock, Rock was basically the first genre where kids (in that time) were allowed to rebel, instead of all the silly junk like classical and folk/barn yard dances. rock allowed people to be themselves, usually has guitars bass drum kit and vocals, no screaming. And I forgot to mention, rock has an extremely steady beat, a real beat, not the techno doof! Doof! Doof!, and traditionally male vocals. Such as AC DC or blink 182

Musical dignity of the next generation

so the other day, i was chatting to a younger girl, probably about 10-12, anyway, she has no insight to music at all. infact she didnt recognize paramore of bliss n esso. i was horrified to learn this, and although it sounds silly ive decided to write up a crash course to musical genres and bands asociated. eventually i will post snippets of it as its long even though im writting it in the shortest way possible. in the mean time ill let you know how it goes, along with other posts!

Taste it TV, image release

If you follow taste it TV on face book, you probably got notified of the image to the left, if you didn't here it is! (although its a few weeks old now) I just though id share it with you as everyone is familiar with my chemical romance, some more that others, even if they'd much prefer their old music. These days they are more easy going, and a little more colourful than their original aesthetic but they are certainly the same kids they used to be. on top of all of that, they've become more accepting of mainstream publicity, allowing their music to be on charts, with out killing it, that is. They've toured pretty much everywhere and anr;nt done with it either, you can view their live performance @ itunes.com/festival or just buy that same EP from itunes (and own it forever!!) you can also watch some exclusive interviews from taste it TV on the following link: http://www.youtube.com/TasteiTTv