How to Dress Up as a Steampunk Gentleman

Girl: So, what are you wearing for the Steampunk event tonight?
Boy: Hmmm... maybe I’ll wear my suit.
Girl: And?
Boy: My winter boots.
Girl: And?
Boy: My goggles.
Girl: Oh, goggles are a great start! But you could add so much more to really embrace the Steampunk vibe.

Sometimes, it can be tricky to put together a complete Steampunk look. Some people think a single accessory like goggles, a hat, or a scepter is enough to define the style. While those are great additions, there are so many creative options to explore that can really elevate your outfit.

Whether you're new to the Steampunk scene, not sure where to start, or just looking for some inspiration, we’re here to help. From head to toe, From head to toe, explore our Steampunk clothing collection for a range of unique pieces to help you dress as a true Steampunk gentleman and make an impression at your next event.

1- Hats

Steampunk hats are the most important, most creative and amazing part of your outfit.
Every Steampunk man has a hat in the Wild West Era, so we can easily say every man should have a hat in the Steampunk Era as well.
You can wear a Victorian Gentleman hat or Steampunk mechanic hat or WWII air captain cap or British Pith hat or a bowler hat or a pirate bandana. Whatever matches your outfit, you’re only limited by your imagination. The hat is an indispensable part of your outfit.

Historical Insight: Hats were not just fashion statements in the Victorian era—they were also a reflection of one's social standing, and in Steampunk, they represent creativity and status.

Fun Trivia: The Steampunk top hat often features goggles or gears, but did you know the original top hat caused a riot in 1797 when it was first worn in public? People thought it was too shocking!

2- Goggles

Most of the Steampunk fiction characters have goggles.
Sometimes they protect their eyes during time travel, or when they are inventing something, they can use goggles with different lenses.
Also, airship pilots use goggles to protect their eyes from wind or increase their eyesight.
Most of the people think If you are a Steampunk person, you must wear goggles. Yes it is a vital part of Steampunk, but it depending on your style, you can dress up without goggles.

Historical Insight: Goggles were essential for workers during the Industrial Revolution, protecting their eyes in harsh environments.

Fun Trivia: In Steampunk lore, goggles aren't just eyewear—they're said to have lenses that allow you to "see through time" or detect hidden energies!

3-Masks

Mostly, if you are ugly, you are going to a Steampunk event with a mask accessory. Don’t get mad I am just joking :)
Masks are an awesome part of your outfit. If you are wearing a soldier costume, a gas mask would be a best fit for you. You can look like a soldier from a nuclear war.
Or a masquerade mask can complete your Victorian style outfit.
You can be a technician in the industrial age with your welding helmets.

In my opinion, masks are a very sexy part of your outfit.

Historical Insight: Victorian masquerades popularized ornate masks that added mystery and allure. Steampunk twists this by incorporating gas masks and welding helmets.

Fun Trivia: Some Steampunk enthusiasts use their masks to conceal hidden gadgets—like mini telescopes or voice modulators.

4-Vests

Nothing can make you more charming than wearing a high-quality Steampunk vest.
The wardrobes of most Steampunkers are filled with colorful vests.
Sometimes your vest completes your shirt or sometimes it matches with your coat.

Historical Insight: Waistcoats were a sign of a gentleman's respectability during the Victorian era, and Steampunk vests amplify that charm with unique patterns and details.

Fun Trivia: Ever wonder why Steampunk vests often have so many pockets? They’re inspired by the idea that every gentleman might need a secret compartment for a gadget or invention!

5-Coats

In 35 degree you wear your shorts and thongs but wait a minute – there’s a guy walking under the sun wearing a heavy coat and goggles above his hat. Isn’t it weird? Actually, it is a real story: I saw a guy wearing a Punk Rave jacket in Queensland Australia at summertime. Of course, I spoke with him, and he said this is his lifestyle, wherever he goes, he always goes Steampunk. Likely, he doesn’t wear a gas mask everywhere: p but joke aside, it was awesome.

The sad thing is Steampunk coats are never on sale because it doesn’t matter if t’s winter or summer, Steampunk lovers always wear their coats.

Historical Insight: Long coats were practical for travelers in the Victorian era, offering protection from harsh weather and dust.

Fun Trivia: The exaggerated lapels and high collars of Steampunk coats are inspired by Victorian drama—but also a nod to villains in Gothic literature, like Dracula!

6-Bracelets

Of course, it is not your daily bracelet. Most of the time they are a piece of art. It could be a metallic butterfly or a mechanic arm or steampunk gears on a watch. Not many of Steampunk gentlemen wear bracelets. Depends of your costume, but If you don’t wear a long sleeve shirt or coat, you should think about wearing a piece of art on your arm.

Gloves

The topic is gloves but it could be a big metal robotic arm or a fingerless glove with lots of gears on it but sometimes only leather gloves will match with your long trench coat. Whatever the gloves, you feel like you are the king of the world. Doesn’t it feel better in the Steampunk clothes?

8-Bags

Yes I can hear you, men don’t carry bags, we have pockets and we don’t carry lipstick. That’s true, we don’t carry 10,000 items but Steampunk Fashion has beautiful waist bags or even cool legging bags. I know I know, you are saying right now; What is a legging bag? Just check the picture below. Isn’t it cool? You can carry your phone, car keys or glasses and it looks so cool on you.

9-Pants

Matching your pants with your vest and your coat or not, it is a fantasy world so you can create totally random things as well. Maybe you are a mad-scientist and none of your clothes match each other. Or you are a Victorian Gentleman wearing a stripe line vest with stripe line matching pant. Or, an air captain wearing leather pants with skull buttons.

10-Boots

Most of the Steampunk men are missing the coolest part of the outfit: footwear!! They just wear their daily boots or their fancy shoes. No, you should buy cool shoes for your outfit. I am not saying buy shoes for every dress like the girls do, because then you probably can’t pay your bills, but every Steampunk lover must have boots that can complete their costume.

11-Accesorries

Steampunk accessories can be a whole blog topic actually, there are hundreds of different types of items; pocket watches, decorative weapons, canes, holsters, armbands, legbands, armor, belts. Check the pictures below, I know you want to buy all of them, Steampunk accessories are so tempting.

Which Steampunk piece is your favorite?

1 comment

Jason M. manuel Apr 10, 2019

If you wanna bring better view on your body so you have to choose for like leather jackets fashion and wear leather jackets you can choose flight or biker jackets.