One of my favorite things about running this website is exposure to fabulous freaks I might otherwise not encounter. I mean, I know all about my brand of weird (left coast second gen hippie/retired raver/etc) but it's such a treat to see other delicious flavors of non-traditional.
Case in point: Siouxzi Rodeman and Alan Donnelly's Steampunk wedding in Chicago. (Some of you may remember Siouxzi — she's the one who had that nightmare run-in at Macy's a few months ago.)
I was aware of Steampunk as a literary genre, but only just barely and not as a full-blown lifestyle/fashion thang. Consider me now educated and inspired.
I completely fell in love with neo-victorian aesthetic once I started poking around in Siouxzi's wedding photos — her wedding hat! The custom ties for the bridesmaids and groomsmen! The cakes! The minister's monoggle! All the brass and the corsetry and the gears and springs! What an awesome visual treat.
The fact that Souxzi was able to organize this stunning, stylish wedding in three months (while also grieving her mother's recent passing) is totally mind-boggling and is a sharp ruler on the knuckles of anyone who says you can't plan a wedding in less than six months. Congratulations, Souxzi!
But oh, there's more. So much more …
If you want to feel like you were actually there, check out this wedding video:
Siouxzi and Alans Wedding Ceremony from crank! on Vimeo.
If you're curious about steam fashion, it looks like this LJ community is a good place to start poking around.
And when you're ready to immerse yourself in hundreds of photos, you can go here for shots from the wedding, and here for details like cake-toppers, hats, invites, etc.
Comments on "A steampunk wedding"
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Rebecca
December 3rd, 2007 · 4:36 PM · #
Oh…WOW. Congrats, Siouxzi- that is simply fantastic.
Hannah
December 3rd, 2007 · 11:13 PM · #
Steampunk is my favorite literary genre and fashion movement, so I'm giddy at the thought of an entire wedding based on that aesthetic.
Also, congrats–this was BoingBoinged!
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December 4th, 2007 · 12:07 AM · #
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EH
December 4th, 2007 · 2:26 AM · #
His boutonnière matches her tattoo.
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December 4th, 2007 · 5:04 AM · #
[...] morning's boingboing led me to a post on a steampunk-themed wedding on the Offbeat Bride blog. Outside of being tattoo-prevalent in general, I noticed they have a few [...]
kaleigh
December 4th, 2007 · 6:34 AM · #
As the sister of the groom (and mom of the two shortest members of the wedding party), I can say that this was one of the most heartfelt weddings I've ever attended. Alan and Siouxzi are a unique couple, of course, but the outward trappings gave all the gathered friends and family just a taste of their genuine affection for each other. We're so happy to have Siouxzi as a part of our family, and I was very honored to have been a part of their special day.
Lucy
December 4th, 2007 · 7:29 AM · #
WOW, that's really a wonderful wedding and celebration! So original and seems to capture the spirit of the happy couple!
Nimisha
December 4th, 2007 · 12:08 PM · #
That's pretty much amazing – and so well played out. Gorgeous dress! I love Steampunk.
Len
December 4th, 2007 · 12:21 PM · #
This site helped me with a good outline to the type of things that can be put on for steampunk.
Ariel
December 4th, 2007 · 12:35 PM · #
Here's a post about the wedding from the sister of the groom.
solaana
December 4th, 2007 · 2:26 PM · #
That is the coolest wedding I've ever seen. I didn't even know steampunk existed until now, but that dress is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen! Ever!
Miss Jennifer
December 4th, 2007 · 4:55 PM · #
I'm looking at these pictures and just staring in amazement because my fiance and I are planning a steampunk wedding…also while looking through this couple's lovely pictures I realized that they chose the same color scheme and also used blue hydrangeas, which is what I am going to use in my wedding.
It looks amazing all put together.
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December 4th, 2007 · 5:00 PM · #
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Windsong
December 4th, 2007 · 5:19 PM · #
What a beautiful wedding–and what an awesome idea! I with the both of them the greatest happiness together.
Bear
December 4th, 2007 · 11:20 PM · #
I'm very glad that the bad experience didn't ruin this day for you.
I'm a bit misty eyed. You two are very lucky. May you get everything that you diserve from your relaitonship and more.
Ariel
December 5th, 2007 · 7:36 AM · #
Oh, and here are some details about the bride's dress, made by Caroline Bellios.
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December 5th, 2007 · 8:46 AM · #
[...] Jump to Comments I randomly found myself on Offbeat Bride earlier and as well as the steampunk wedding, I am really impressed/inspired (not that I'm getting married just yet!) by Mr and Mrs [...]
siouxzi
December 5th, 2007 · 7:29 PM · #
Thanks everyone for the lovely comments. So many things managed to come together at the last moment. There are almost too many favorite moments to mention which is as it should be. The best though, was seeing my dad, smiling through it all.
Miss Jennifer: Think twice about hydrangeas. They are beautiful, but they die quickly. The ones we left in the florists water until literally right before the ceremony were still wilty and sad looking by the end. It's not a horrible thing, but if you want something to stay really big and bright ask around for what might be better.
Bear: The Macy's experience was indeed horrid, but kudo's to Caroline for more than making up for it. Nothing like having a group of extraordinarily talented women dote over your dress for an afternoon. If I had to do it again, I wouldn't change a thing.
Tanya
December 6th, 2007 · 9:08 AM · #
I think I just had a fashion orgasm over this wedding.
Wow.
Miss Jennifer
December 6th, 2007 · 3:14 PM · #
siouxzi…I think I'm doing to used dried hydrangeas or silk ones because I found some that are brighter colored and I wanted to use a really bright blue and, so far, I haven't seen where I can buy them fresh.
Miss Jennifer
December 6th, 2007 · 3:15 PM · #
sorry, crazy typos– "doing to used" should be "going to use"
kfly
December 7th, 2007 · 1:33 PM · #
I LOVE everything about this wedding!
Where was the wedding held?
siouxzi
December 8th, 2007 · 2:19 PM · #
Kfly: The location was the Loft above Fizz Bar & Grill in Chicago
Alie K
December 8th, 2007 · 4:55 PM · #
I just LOVE how their hair matched!!
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December 9th, 2007 · 5:49 PM · #
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Angela
December 9th, 2007 · 7:48 PM · #
Totally in love with every aspect of your wedding. While I am a sick traditionalist, I am a self-proclaimed littérateur and am fascinated with your wedding ideas. It looks like you both had a wonderful time!
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December 10th, 2007 · 5:37 AM · #
[...] with preserved dead squirrels on their black wedding cake. Soooo not my style, but hey: neither is steampunk. I still think it's [...]
may
January 3rd, 2008 · 7:51 PM · #
Souxie and Alan,
Many congratulations and thanks for the inspiration!
Clare
March 13th, 2008 · 3:43 PM · #
what a beautiful wedding you had. I love it. Congratulations!
gothic wedding shop
March 26th, 2008 · 2:56 AM · #
Beautiful pictures, well coordinated. i love it!
Ariel
April 22nd, 2008 · 9:25 AM · #
For those looking for Steampunk wedding resources, be sure to check out this thread in the forums. (You'll need to be logged in to view it.)
Slim
June 23rd, 2008 · 10:07 PM · #
I LOVE FREAKS!
Kit
July 17th, 2008 · 2:42 PM · #
It's like steampunk crack.
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Bear66
February 4th, 2009 · 8:22 PM · #
This officiant was awesome and i was that he could be ours!!!!!!!!!
Bear66
February 4th, 2009 · 8:24 PM · #
Sorry… I mean… This officiant was awesome and I wish he could be ours!!!!!!!!
sauce
April 15th, 2009 · 10:52 AM · #
this is hands down one of the most clever and beautiful weddings i have seen on this site. congrats to the bride and groom! what a wonderful way to start your life together.