Boldly Going … To the Local Steampunk Event

Last week, my local town of Chesterfield, UK held its very first Steampunk event. If you're not familiar with Steampunk, the simplest way to describe it is as science fiction that blends the style of the Victorian era with the machinery and invention of the Industrial Revolution. You'll often see people wearing top hats, brass goggles, and Victorian inspired clothing.

The town was filled with people wearing some excellent costumes, and it was obvious how much time had gone into creating them. There was a variety of styles, with everyone putting their own spin on the Steampunk look. One person even had a Star Trek badge on their outfit, which I thought was a nice touch.