A steampunk jacket is a long jacket in a Victorian cut, usually with tails, a turned-over lapel and decorative buttons. Within the steampunk clothing section, this is where the outerwear is located: from a loose frock coat to a costume with a matching vest and trousers. Here you will find models for men and a few jackets for women, in shades of brown, black with brocade and in a leather look.
Frock coats, brocade or leather look: which version suits you?
- The brown frock coats have long tails and are shorter at the front, with decorative buttons on the front.
- A brown model with gold vertical stripes and copper-colored buttons gives the jacket a distinctly Victorian line.
- One jacket is completely black with an interwoven brocade pattern of leafy vines that catches the light especially well.
- For a rougher look, there is a brown jacket with a leather-look finish and copper-colored buttons.
- Some items are complete suits: one set includes a frock coat, vest and a white jabot with layered ruffles, while another includes a jacket with matching trousers.
What makes a steampunk jacket different from an ordinary Victorian jacket?
Steampunk borrows the style of nineteenth-century menswear and complements it with industrial details, such as copper-colored buttons, straps and mechanical accents. This is how this style differs from a regular Victorian jacket: the cut is the same, but the finish is rougher. The baroque and rococo styles also belong here, with menswear that has the appearance of a French nobleman. If you are torn between a plain brown frock coat and the black brocade model, the question is how much you want to stand out: brocade and gold-colored patterns stand out from the rest of the outfit, while plain brown lets your accessories do the work. A jacket with a leather-look coating reads as a rugged traveler, while a sleek frock coat is more like an inventor or nobleman. Those who wear steampunk for carnival often choose the complete suit, because it means you are ready in one go.
Choosing between a loose jacket and a complete steampunk suit
First decide whether you only need the jacket or a full outfit. A loose frock coat works if you already have smart black trousers and a white shirt, and this applies to both the steampunk jacket for men and the women's silk in this collection. If you opt for a set, pay attention to what is and is not included: with one suit, the trousers are not included and you combine it yourself with smart brown or black trousers, while another suit includes both the jacket and trousers in the same fabric. The men's jackets are available in sizes up to the large sizes, while the women's models remain within the regular range, so choose your usual clothing size. The jackets are not machine washable, so keep in mind that you cannot simply throw them in the wash after the party.
Add a top hat or skirt
For men, a tall top hat is the most logical addition: one suit already includes such a brown hat with a decorative band, and otherwise you can find separate models in the steampunk hat section. If you prefer to wear the women's jacket over layered clothing, a steampunk skirt is a good match. If you want one garment instead of a jacket and skirt, a long steampunk dress in a Victorian style is the easier option.
Buy a steampunk jacket for carnival or a theme party
Start by deciding whether you want a plain brown frock coat, the black brocade model or a complete suit, and the size will become obvious. You can wear a steampunk jacket for carnival, at a theme party or a Victorian costume party, for both women and men. Order before 11:59 p.m. and your jacket will be delivered tomorrow.
