Steampunk seems to be everywhere these days, and though on many days I'd be willing to give it a try, walking around decked out in full gear-tastic regalia isn't exactly the norm (society can be such a buzzkill sometimes). Still, there are some fun an sneaky ways of getting some steampunk goodness into your everyday wardrobe. Especially, I feel, in fall. Cooler weather affords all kinds of layering options. Take for example, the cute shoes and tights at right. Cute? Yes. Fun for fall? Absolutley. Steampunk? Not nearly enough.

With one simple addition of upcycling, we can change that with a pair of handmade embroidered sweater spats.

No ray guns required!