Wonderfully dark & brilliantly beautiful - the black scene
With PrinMari, we've arrived today in what is subjectively probably the most pleasing range of the color spectrum: BLACK. I also call it DARKLY COLORFUL. And I call her my BLACK FAIRY.
Among other things, we share a passion for good music & all of it in black - although we have also danced to brightly shimmering gold frap.
But old loves for 'deine Lakaien' and other epic artists are nurtured together from time to time, and they often transport me to a bygone era. Then there's room for the little EBM musician in me.
The Black Fairy is fond of moths, skulls, and a playfully morbid aesthetic, and possesses an unerring instinct for creating wonderful and harmonious ensembles. She is a master of upcycling, and I have been impressed from the very first moment we met by her consistently cohesive style, which begins with meticulous planning, is carried through music and conversation, and then emerges.
She feels through music and today gives us a small glimpse into her BLACK SCENE.
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MASTERPIECE BY PRINMARI
VALKYRIE MEETS STEAMPUNK
✁ VALKYRIE MEETS STEAMPUNK
With the masterpiece #valkyrie, PrinMari has not only experimented with fabrics, but has created a captivating piece in the steampunk style. The headpiece and details are perfectly coordinated, and the circus-style frill in the design gives the jacket a unique look.
✁ HISTORY
The term "steampunk" is a combination of the words "steam" and "punk" (in the sense of rebellion - UHHH!). It was coined in the 1980s, but the movement's roots go back much further. Steampunk is based on an alternate history in which the steam engine, not electricity, dominated technological progress in the 19th and 20th centuries. The movement was inspired by the works of authors like Jules Verne and H.G. Wells, who depicted futuristic technologies in a Victorian context.
This is where literature, worldview, fiction & clothing style meet.
✁ EYE AWARENESS
At the heart of steampunk lies the fusion of 19th-century technology and aesthetics. It's a genre that blends the romance and adventurous spirit of the Victorian era with a futuristic, often post-apocalyptic, view of the world. Think flying ships powered by steam, complex machines with gears and copper pipes, and a spirit of discovery and invention.
✁ OPTICS
Steampunk is particularly evident in fashion. Steampunk-style clothing combines Victorian elements such as corsets, long skirts, and tailcoats with industrial accents. Accessories are especially important: think goggles, pocket watches, top hats with gears, and copper jewelry. Materials like leather, lace, and brass are also popular. The color palette tends toward earthy tones, complemented by the warm glow of copper and bronze.
Anyone who chooses steampunk is not just following a fashion trend, but also living a fantasy that uniquely blends technology and history. It's an invitation to immerse yourself in an alternate reality where the boundaries of time are irrelevant and the possibilities are endless.
author: prin.mari
Black is such a happy color and my favorite color too.
The color black.
If you ask Google, black is the color of exclusivity. It stands for individuality with high standards of aesthetics and elegance. It can also emphasize that one stands outside societal norms. If you ask Nina, black is far more than a color. Black is an expression and essence of a feeling, a way of life. My black world is complex, and writing down everything that moves me, drives me, makes me feel would be impossible. Nevertheless, it's impossible for me to write only about black clothing. That wouldn't do justice to the whole thing, or to me.
"Three steps forward and three steps back" They move in unison. Three steps back and three steps forward In their black mourning crepe.
ISECS
The “black” scene
This scene—which emerged from the punk and new wave milieu—is a subculture that has thrived since the 1980s. It's a feeling I've identified with for 30 years, and one that's often wonderfully misunderstood by outsiders. (Summoning Satan, desecrating cemeteries, sacrificing cats, a death wish) From this feeling, a lifestyle has grown, whose aesthetic is reflected not only in music but also in literature, photography, design, painting, architecture, ceremonies, and so on. I found my place there in the mid-1990s. I was searching, but without knowing what for. I brooded a lot, painted dark, confusing pictures, devoured countless books and art books, got lost in sad (film) quotes, and finally found a kind of music that resonated with me. For the time being, I spent my free time alone or with friends. Too young and too far removed from the mainstream to immerse myself in the scene with like-minded individuals. What remained were medieval markets and my first visits to discos. A few years later – I was living in my first own place, had some money, and a partner with whom I could share everything – meetups, concerts, and festivals were added to the mix; we were practically out every weekend and every third Thursday of the month… Today, I don't find the scene as vibrant anymore. Often, in my eyes, it's just crude and obsessively partying. And this year's MeraLuna festival – although I enjoyed every minute – only confirmed that. But I suppose that's just the way things go.
"Nevertheless, this scene remains a phenomenon, a collective of individualists with incredible potential. For me, it's hard to define it any other way. And yet, Goths will continue to be primarily identified by their clothing and will continue to be associated with all sorts of things in the outside world. Unfortunately, and unfairly, mostly negatively."
Christian von Aster from: Gothic II The international scene from the perspective of its creators
“Black” music
"Black" music: Electronic, driving beats, crystal-clear female vocals, slogan-like shouts, pounding bass lines, spoken lyrics set to melodies, distorted voices, harp sounds, repetitive sequences, screams, and even arrhythmic and indefinable noises—the music of the dark scene is incredibly diverse. And accordingly, there are many different subgenres within it. Bands like Joy Division, The Cure, Bauhaus, and Siouxsie and the Banshees were influential. Personally, I prefer listening to dark/cold wave, synthpop, industrial, EBM, electronic avant-garde, and above all—simply put—independent music, because the boundaries are fluid. And with age, my musical taste has become more diverse, and my tolerance has increased. I'm particularly fascinated by artists who have mastered their craft and are passionate about the music itself.
"(...) the music has continued to evolve throughout this time, and new stylistic devices have constantly been discovered to drive this development forward. I think if that hadn't been the case, Gothic wouldn't have been able to exist for so long."
Sven Friedrich (Dreadful Shadows, Zeraphine, Solar Fake) from: Gothic! The scene in Germany from the perspective of its creators
My “black” wardrobe
I don't just sew everything in black. Sure, it's a solid-colored fabric, and maybe that's just too boring for many people. But a beautiful fabric isn't necessarily defined by its design. It's more about the quality, the feel, the texture, and the possibilities that arise when combining it with other fabrics or notions of all kinds. It's like painting a blank canvas. Nothing distracts you, and nothing restricts you. That's probably why I love technical drawings more than all the design sewing photos in the world. I sew with all the materials I can get my hands on. From plain old jersey to velvet, shag rugs, mesh, patent leather, or even leather. And I love buttons, buckles, black lace, trims, rivets, eyelets, and so on.
Combining is the magic word. And breaking the rules. I love pairing ripped pieces with opulent ones. In its simplest form, this is ripped tights with a beautiful dress, corset, and chunky boots; but especially if you sew your own clothes, that's just the beginning. In my wardrobe, alongside the basics, you'll find pieces with subtle, unusual details: very long sleeves, slightly oversized hoods, lacing, and intentional holes/runs. My favorite items of clothing are probably jackets (and coats). Especially those in military style—waist ties and epaulettes are just mega cool (sorry, I'm a child of the '80s, and that's just how people say things back then). And I'm a bit excessive about them, but I love and wear every single one.
Not every piece I sew gets worn regularly in everyday life; jeans and a shirt are often enough. But for me, it always includes a... JACKET. And when I go to concerts and festivals, I put on a little show of self-presentation.
Nevertheless, I don't just get dressed in the morning – even if my outfit seems very simple – I carefully select each piece. My clothes are my uniform, in which I feel confident, a little mysterious and attractive (in my own way); my way of expressing myself.
#mymoonchildcollection #schwarzistbuntgenug #blackiscolourfulenough #gothicaesthetic #sewingkromanten
❥ I'LL GROW OLD WITH YOU.
Even at 70, I want to listen to concerts with you, hear your opinions, and feel your tapes with a blissful smile.
Nikkes - 70+!
❥ BLACK WORKS WITH LOVE FOR SWALLOWS
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THELMA
to the cutA sweetheart neckline and a special collar are the features of this easy-to-sew shirt.
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THANK YOU FOR HUNDREDS OF WONDERFUL PHOTOGRAPHS.
❥ credits: ebeling.photography