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The Black Dandy: People of Color in Steampunk

Nov 16, 2012 04:24 AM

Three men sitting on a sofa, one holding a dove, in a room adorned with guitars and vintage decor.

I just returned from a trip overseas and I came across this great article over at The Chronicles of Harriet about the role of black men in the evolution of Dandyism.

Historical illustration of a soldier in uniform with a sword.

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The Black Dandy: People of Color in Steampunk

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Dandyism rose to prominence at the end of the 19th century, so there's a clear connection to Steampunk. I hope that many black men embrace the fashion and find their way into steampunk!

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