One of the subjects of this blog is my metamorphosis into a bohemian Victorian and Steampunk young lady. I've loved all things Victorian since I was quite small. I'm sure I come by it naturally, my Grandma's house is decorated in Victorian brick-back. I started designing dresses when I was 12 with the idea of bringing the old beauty to the ladies of today.Of course at the time I had no knowledge of Steampunk or the Neo-Victorian Community. I was raised in a sheltered community, and identifying with any "Style" was frowned upon. When I got older I started to discover Goth and Steampunk and realized I was drawn to these things. I love the color scheme of black, burgundy, and cream. I love Earth tones. And I really, really love corsets.
Now I need to completely revamp my wardrobe, and it's my chance to transform into the style I've always wanted to be identified with.
My first transformation is really the most simple, my hair, body, and beauty regiment. I already have long hair, to below my shoulder blades. I am growing my bangs out, though I might cut some wispy Gibson girl bangs. I have been washing my hair with Castille Soap for somewhere around 8 months, purely because I like the way my hair looks when I use it. Unfortunately it was getting greasy a little fast, but I was fortunate to find a great blog post on period hair soap and I am now trying just basic Ivory soap. I still am using Castille on my body. I have always worn very little make-up, just a little eyeliner, mascara, blush, and lipstick, with a touch of powder. SO, I already wear period make-up as well. ;)
My next transformation will be to retrain my waist for corsets. I have already found the corset I want to use and the system of how long during the day and such. I would like to fit into my pre-pregnancy corset by my wedding in April.
Votre Vraiment,
Bird Lalena
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