diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/chameleon.dm b/code/modules/clothing/chameleon.dm
index a6e25ebec5..40071651c6 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/chameleon.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/chameleon.dm
@@ -288,7 +288,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/chameleon
 	name = "Optical Meson Scanner"
 	icon_state = "meson"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "meson", slot_l_hand_str = "meson")
 	desc = "It looks like a plain set of mesons, but on closer inspection, it seems to have a small dial inside."
 	origin_tech = list(TECH_ILLEGAL = 3)
 	var/list/global/clothing_choices
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/ears/ears.dm b/code/modules/clothing/ears/ears.dm
index de5a301699..151b581f5c 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/ears/ears.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/ears/ears.dm
@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@
 	name = "earmuffs"
 	desc = "Protects your hearing from loud noises, and quiet ones as well."
 	icon_state = "earmuffs"
-	item_state = "earmuffs"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "earmuffs", slot_l_hand_str = "earmuffs")
 	slot_flags = SLOT_EARS | SLOT_TWOEARS
 	ear_protection = 2
 
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@
 	desc = "Unce unce unce unce."
 	var/headphones_on = 0
 	icon_state = "headphones_off"
-	item_state = "headphones"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "headphones", slot_l_hand_str = "headphones")
 	slot_flags = SLOT_EARS | SLOT_TWOEARS
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/earmuffs/headphones/verb/togglemusic()
@@ -52,132 +52,132 @@
 	name = "Gold headtail chains"
 	desc = "A delicate golden chain worn by female skrell to decorate their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_chain"
-	item_state = "egg5" //just a small colored item, remove item_state's if undesirable.
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg5", slot_l_hand_str = "egg5")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/chain/silver
 	name = "Silver headtail chains"
 	desc = "A delicate silver chain worn by female skrell to decorate their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_chain_sil"
-	item_state = "egg"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg", slot_l_hand_str = "egg")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/chain/bluejewels
 	name = "Blue jeweled golden headtail chains"
 	desc = "A delicate golden chain adorned with blue jewels worn by female skrell to decorate their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_chain_bjewel"
-	item_state = "egg2"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg2", slot_l_hand_str = "egg2")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/chain/redjewels
 	name = "Red jeweled golden headtail chains"
 	desc = "A delicate golden chain adorned with red jewels worn by female skrell to decorate their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_chain_rjewel"
-	item_state = "egg4"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg4", slot_l_hand_str = "egg4")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/chain/ebony
 	name = "Ebony headtail chains"
 	desc = "A delicate ebony chain worn by female skrell to decorate their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_chain_ebony"
-	item_state = "egg6"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg6", slot_l_hand_str = "egg6")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/band
 	name = "Gold headtail bands"
 	desc = "Golden metallic bands worn by male skrell to adorn their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_band"
-	item_state = "egg5"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg5", slot_l_hand_str = "egg5")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/band/silver
 	name = "Silver headtail bands"
 	desc = "Silver metallic bands worn by male skrell to adorn their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_band_sil"
-	item_state = "egg"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg", slot_l_hand_str = "egg")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/band/bluejewels
 	name = "Blue jeweled golden headtail bands"
 	desc = "Golden metallic bands adorned with blue jewels worn by male skrell to adorn their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_band_bjewel"
-	item_state = "egg2"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg2", slot_l_hand_str = "egg2")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/band/redjewels
 	name = "Red jeweled golden headtail bands"
 	desc = "Golden metallic bands adorned with red jewels worn by male skrell to adorn their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_band_rjewel"
-	item_state = "egg4"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg4", slot_l_hand_str = "egg4")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/band/ebony
 	name = "Ebony headtail bands"
 	desc = "Ebony bands worn by male skrell to adorn their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_band_ebony"
-	item_state = "egg6"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg6", slot_l_hand_str = "egg6")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/colored/band
 	name = "Colored headtail bands"
 	desc = "Metallic bands worn by male skrell to adorn their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_band_sil"
-	item_state = "egg"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg", slot_l_hand_str = "egg")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/colored/chain
 	name = "Colored headtail chains"
 	desc = "A delicate chain worn by female skrell to decorate their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_chain_sil"
-	item_state = "egg"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg", slot_l_hand_str = "egg")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_female
 	name = "red headtail cloth"
 	desc = "A cloth shawl worn by female skrell draped around their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_female"
-	item_state = "egg4"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg4", slot_l_hand_str = "egg4")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_female/black
 	name = "black headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_black_female"
-	item_state = "egg6"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg6", slot_l_hand_str = "egg6")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_female/blue
 	name = "blue headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_blue_female"
-	item_state = "egg2"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg2", slot_l_hand_str = "egg2")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_female/green
 	name = "green headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_green_female"
-	item_state = "egg3"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg3", slot_l_hand_str = "egg3")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_female/pink
 	name = "pink headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_pink_female"
-	item_state = "egg1"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg1", slot_l_hand_str = "egg1")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_female/lightblue
 	name = "light blue headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_lblue_female"
-	item_state = "egg2"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg2", slot_l_hand_str = "egg2")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_male
 	name = "red headtail cloth"
 	desc = "A cloth band worn by male skrell around their head tails."
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_male"
-	item_state = "egg4"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg4", slot_l_hand_str = "egg4")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_male/black
 	name = "black headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_black_male"
-	item_state = "egg6"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg6", slot_l_hand_str = "egg6")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_male/blue
 	name = "blue headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_blue_male"
-	item_state = "egg2"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg2", slot_l_hand_str = "egg2")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_male/green
 	name = "green headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_green_male"
-	item_state = "egg3"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg3", slot_l_hand_str = "egg3")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_male/pink
 	name = "pink headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_pink_male"
-	item_state = "egg1"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg1", slot_l_hand_str = "egg1")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/ears/skrell/cloth_male/lightblue
 	name = "light blue headtail cloth"
 	icon_state = "skrell_cloth_lblue_male"
-	item_state = "egg2"
\ No newline at end of file
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "egg2", slot_l_hand_str = "egg2")
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/glasses/glasses.dm b/code/modules/clothing/glasses/glasses.dm
index 7b06cf4946..27fb0e0fa4 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/glasses/glasses.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/glasses/glasses.dm
@@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Optical Meson Scanner"
 	desc = "Used for seeing walls, floors, and stuff through anything."
 	icon_state = "meson"
-	item_state = "meson"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "meson", slot_l_hand_str = "meson")
 	action_button_name = "Toggle Goggles"
 	origin_tech = list(TECH_MAGNET = 2, TECH_ENGINEERING = 2)
 	toggleable = 1
@@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Science Goggles"
 	desc = "The goggles do nothing!"
 	icon_state = "purple"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	toggleable = 1
 	action_button_name = "Toggle Goggles"
 
@@ -84,7 +84,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Night Vision Goggles"
 	desc = "You can totally see in the dark now!"
 	icon_state = "night"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	origin_tech = list(TECH_MAGNET = 2)
 	darkness_view = 7
 	toggleable = 1
@@ -100,7 +100,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "eyepatch"
 	desc = "Yarr."
 	icon_state = "eyepatch"
-	item_state = "blindfold"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blindfold", slot_l_hand_str = "blindfold")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	var/eye = null
 
@@ -122,14 +122,14 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "monocle"
 	desc = "Such a dapper eyepiece!"
 	icon_state = "monocle"
-	item_state = "headset" // lol
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "headset", slot_l_hand_str = "headset")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/material
 	name = "Optical Material Scanner"
 	desc = "Very confusing glasses."
 	icon_state = "material"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	origin_tech = list(TECH_MAGNET = 3, TECH_ENGINEERING = 3)
 	toggleable = 1
 	action_button_name = "Toggle Goggles"
@@ -139,7 +139,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Prescription Glasses"
 	desc = "Made by Nerd. Co."
 	icon_state = "glasses"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	prescription = 1
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
@@ -157,28 +157,28 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	desc = "A long time ago, people used these glasses to makes images from screens threedimensional."
 	name = "3D glasses"
 	icon_state = "3d"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/gglasses
 	name = "Green Glasses"
 	desc = "Forest green glasses, like the kind you'd wear when hatching a nasty scheme."
 	icon_state = "gglasses"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/sunglasses
 	desc = "Strangely ancient technology used to help provide rudimentary eye cover. Enhanced shielding blocks many flashes."
 	name = "sunglasses"
 	icon_state = "sun"
-	item_state = "sunglasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sunglasses", slot_l_hand_str = "sunglasses")
 	darkness_view = -1
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/welding
 	name = "welding goggles"
 	desc = "Protects the eyes from welders, approved by the mad scientist association."
 	icon_state = "welding-g"
-	item_state = "welding-g"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "g", slot_l_hand_str = "g")
 	action_button_name = "Flip Welding Goggles"
 	matter = list(DEFAULT_WALL_MATERIAL = 1500, "glass" = 1000)
 	var/up = 0
@@ -217,7 +217,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "blindfold"
 	desc = "Covers the eyes, preventing sight."
 	icon_state = "blindfold"
-	item_state = "blindfold"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blindfold", slot_l_hand_str = "blindfold")
 	//vision_flags = BLIND  	// This flag is only supposed to be used if it causes permanent blindness, not temporary because of glasses
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/sunglasses/blindfold/tape
@@ -225,7 +225,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	desc = "It's a robust DIY blindfold!"
 	icon = 'icons/obj/bureaucracy.dmi'
 	icon_state = "tape_cross"
-	item_state = null
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = null, slot_l_hand_str = null)
 	w_class = 1
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/sunglasses/prescription
@@ -240,7 +240,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	desc = "A pair of designer sunglasses. Doesn't seem like it'll block flashes."
 	name = "stylish sunglasses"
 	icon_state = "sun"
-	item_state = "sunglasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sunglasses", slot_l_hand_str = "sunglasses")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/sunglasses/sechud
 	name = "HUDSunglasses"
@@ -262,7 +262,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Optical Thermal Scanner"
 	desc = "Thermals in the shape of glasses."
 	icon_state = "thermal"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 	origin_tech = list(TECH_MAGNET = 3)
 	toggleable = 1
 	action_button_name = "Toggle Goggles"
@@ -290,7 +290,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Optical Meson Scanner"
 	desc = "Used for seeing walls, floors, and stuff through anything."
 	icon_state = "meson"
-	item_state = "meson"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "meson", slot_l_hand_str = "meson")
 	origin_tech = list(TECH_MAGNET = 3, TECH_ILLEGAL = 4)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/thermal/plain
@@ -302,7 +302,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Thermoncle"
 	desc = "A monocle thermal."
 	icon_state = "thermoncle"
-	item_state = "sunglasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sunglasses", slot_l_hand_str = "sunglasses")
 	toggleable = 1
 	action_button_name = "Toggle Monocle"
 	flags = null //doesn't protect eyes because it's a monocle, duh
@@ -313,7 +313,7 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Optical Thermal Eyepatch"
 	desc = "An eyepatch with built-in thermal optics"
 	icon_state = "eyepatch"
-	item_state = "blindfold"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blindfold", slot_l_hand_str = "blindfold")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	toggleable = 1
 	action_button_name = "Toggle Eyepatch"
@@ -322,4 +322,4 @@ BLIND     // can't see anything
 	name = "Optical Thermal Implants"
 	desc = "A set of implantable lenses designed to augment your vision"
 	icon_state = "thermalimplants"
-	item_state = "sunglasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sunglasses", slot_l_hand_str = "sunglasses")
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/glasses/hud.dm b/code/modules/clothing/glasses/hud.dm
index fac2d53d43..edd2db2168 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/glasses/hud.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/glasses/hud.dm
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@
 	name = "Health Scanner HUD"
 	desc = "A heads-up display that scans the humans in view and provides accurate data about their health status."
 	icon_state = "healthhud"
-	item_state = "headset"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "headset", slot_l_hand_str = "headset")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/hud/health/prescription
@@ -20,7 +20,7 @@
 	desc = "A medical HUD integrated with a set of prescription glasses"
 	prescription = 1
 	icon_state = "healthhudpresc"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/hud/health/process_hud(var/mob/M)
 	process_med_hud(M, 1)
@@ -29,7 +29,7 @@
 	name = "Security HUD"
 	desc = "A heads-up display that scans the humans in view and provides accurate data about their ID status and security records."
 	icon_state = "securityhud"
-	item_state = "headset"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "headset", slot_l_hand_str = "headset")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	var/global/list/jobs[0]
 
@@ -38,13 +38,13 @@
 	desc = "A security HUD integrated with a set of prescription glasses"
 	prescription = 1
 	icon_state = "sechudpresc"
-	item_state = "glasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "glasses", slot_l_hand_str = "glasses")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/glasses/hud/security/jensenshades
 	name = "Augmented shades"
 	desc = "Polarized bioneural eyewear, designed to augment your vision."
 	icon_state = "jensenshades"
-	item_state = "sunglasses"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sunglasses", slot_l_hand_str = "sunglasses")
 	vision_flags = SEE_MOBS
 	see_invisible = SEE_INVISIBLE_NOLIGHTING
 
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/gloves/arm_guards.dm b/code/modules/clothing/gloves/arm_guards.dm
index c28913b6ff..fa9036e2cd 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/gloves/arm_guards.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/gloves/arm_guards.dm
@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@
 	name = "ablative arm guards"
 	desc = "These arm guards will protect your hands and arms from energy weapons."
 	icon_state = "arm_guards_laser"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.4 //This is worse than the other ablative pieces, to avoid this from becoming the poor warden's insulated gloves.
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 10, laser = 80, energy = 50, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@
 	name = "bullet resistant arm guards"
 	desc = "These arm guards will protect your hands and arms from ballistic weapons."
 	icon_state = "arm_guards_bullet"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 80, laser = 10, energy = 50, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@
 	name = "riot arm guards"
 	desc = "These arm guards will protect your hands and arms from close combat weapons."
 	icon_state = "arm_guards_riot"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.5
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 10, laser = 10, energy = 50, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -42,6 +42,6 @@
 	name = "combat arm guards"
 	desc = "These arm guards will protect your hands and arms from a variety of weapons."
 	icon_state = "arm_guards_combat"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.6
 	armor = list(melee = 50, bullet = 50, laser = 50, energy = 30, bomb = 30, bio = 0, rad = 0)
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/gloves/boxing.dm b/code/modules/clothing/gloves/boxing.dm
index 0195431a5c..b901862e42 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/gloves/boxing.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/gloves/boxing.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	name = "boxing gloves"
 	desc = "Because you really needed another excuse to punch your crewmates."
 	icon_state = "boxing"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/boxing/attackby(obj/item/weapon/W, mob/user)
 	if(istype(W, /obj/item/weapon/wirecutters) || istype(W, /obj/item/weapon/scalpel))
@@ -12,18 +12,18 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/boxing/green
 	icon_state = "boxinggreen"
-	item_state = "green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green", slot_l_hand_str = "green")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/boxing/blue
 	icon_state = "boxingblue"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/boxing/yellow
 	icon_state = "boxingyellow"
-	item_state = "yellow"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "yellow", slot_l_hand_str = "yellow")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/white
 	name = "white gloves"
 	desc = "These look pretty fancy."
 	icon_state = "latex"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/gloves/miscellaneous.dm b/code/modules/clothing/gloves/miscellaneous.dm
index 19ba27b019..1c32617ea9 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/gloves/miscellaneous.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/gloves/miscellaneous.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	desc = "Regal blue gloves, with a nice gold trim. Swanky."
 	name = "captain's gloves"
 	icon_state = "captain"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/cyborg
 	desc = "beep boop borp"
@@ -40,7 +40,7 @@
 	name = "latex gloves"
 	desc = "Sterile latex gloves."
 	icon_state = "latex"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	siemens_coefficient = 1.0 //thin latex gloves, much more conductive than fabric gloves (basically a capacitor for AC)
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.01
 	germ_level = 0
@@ -48,6 +48,6 @@
 	desc = "These leather work gloves protect against thorns, barbs, prickles, spikes and other harmful objects of floral origin."
 	name = "botanist's leather gloves"
 	icon_state = "leather"
-	item_state = "lightbrown"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lightbrown", slot_l_hand_str = "lightbrown")
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.05
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.50 //thick work gloves
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/collectable.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/collectable.dm
index 622f4024a1..55e481d043 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/collectable.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/collectable.dm
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@
 	name = "collectable xenomorph helmet!"
 	desc = "Hiss hiss hiss!"
 	icon_state = "xenom"
-	item_state = "xenos_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "xenos_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "xenos_helm")
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD|FACE|EYES
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/collectable/chef
@@ -71,13 +71,13 @@
 	name = "collectable slime hat"
 	desc = "Just like a real Brain Slug!"
 	icon_state = "headslime"
-	item_state = "greenbandana"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greenbandana", slot_l_hand_str = "greenbandana")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/collectable/flatcap
 	name = "collectable flat cap"
 	desc = "A Collectible farmer's Flat Cap!"
 	icon_state = "flat_cap"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/collectable/pirate
 	name = "collectable pirate hat"
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm
index d3ed985cd1..4548b41a24 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/helmet.dm
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@
 	name = "riot helmet"
 	desc = "It's a helmet specifically designed to protect against close range attacks."
 	icon_state = "riot"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 10, laser = 10, energy = 10, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@
 	name = "ablative helmet"
 	desc = "It's a helmet specifically designed to protect against energy projectiles."
 	icon_state = "helmet_reflec"
-	item_state = "helmet"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "helmet", slot_l_hand_str = "helmet")
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 10, laser = 80 ,energy = 50, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.1
@@ -45,7 +45,7 @@
 	name = "bullet-resistant helmet"
 	desc = "It's a helmet specifically designed to protect against ballistic projectiles."
 	icon_state = "helmet_bulletproof"
-	item_state = "helmet"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "helmet", slot_l_hand_str = "helmet")
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 80, laser = 10 ,energy = 10, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
@@ -54,7 +54,7 @@
 	name = "combat helmet"
 	desc = "It's a general purpose combat helmet, designed to protect against typical dangers to your head."
 	icon_state = "helmet_combat"
-	item_state = "helmet"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "helmet", slot_l_hand_str = "helmet")
 	armor = list(melee = 50, bullet = 50, laser = 50 ,energy = 30, bomb = 30, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.6
@@ -82,7 +82,7 @@
 	name = "gladiator helmet"
 	desc = "Ave, Imperator, morituri te salutant."
 	icon_state = "gladiator"
-	item_state = "vhelmet" //why not
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "vhelmet", slot_l_hand_str = "vhelmet")
 	flags = BLOCKHAIR
 	flags_inv = HIDEMASK|HIDEEARS|HIDEEYES
 	siemens_coefficient = 1
@@ -91,7 +91,7 @@
 	name = "tactical helmet"
 	desc = "An armored helmet capable of being fitted with a multitude of attachments."
 	icon_state = "swathelm"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	sprite_sheets = list(
 		"Tajara" = 'icons/mob/species/tajaran/helmet.dmi',
 		"Unathi" = 'icons/mob/species/unathi/helmet.dmi',
@@ -105,7 +105,7 @@
 	name = "Augment Array"
 	desc = "A helmet with optical and cranial augments coupled to it."
 	icon_state = "v62"
-	item_state = "head_m"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "head_m", slot_l_hand_str = "head_m")
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 60, laser = 50,energy = 25, bomb = 50, bio = 10, rad = 0)
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS|HIDEEYES
 	cold_protection = HEAD
@@ -117,7 +117,7 @@
 	name = "emergency response team helmet"
 	desc = "An in-atmosphere helmet worn by members of the NanoTrasen Emergency Response Team. Protects the head from impacts."
 	icon_state = "erthelmet_cmd"
-	item_state = "syndicate-helm-green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "syndicate-helm-green", slot_l_hand_str = "syndicate-helm-green")
 	armor = list(melee = 62, bullet = 50, laser = 50,energy = 35, bomb = 10, bio = 2, rad = 0)
 
 //Commander
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/jobs.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/jobs.dm
index 1d63410f7d..6bf0435e59 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/jobs.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/jobs.dm
@@ -41,7 +41,7 @@
 	name = "nun hood"
 	desc = "Maximum piety in this star system."
 	icon_state = "nun_hood"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD
 
@@ -57,101 +57,101 @@
 	name = "security beret"
 	desc = "A beret with the security insignia emblazoned on it. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_officer"
-	item_state = "beret"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret", slot_l_hand_str = "beret")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/navy/officer
 	name = "officer beret"
 	desc = "A navy blue beret with an officer's rank emblem. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_navy_officer"
-	item_state = "beret_navy"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_navy")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/navy/hos
 	name = "officer beret"
 	desc = "A navy blue beret with a head of security's rank emblem. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_navy_hos"
-	item_state = "beret_navy"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_navy")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/navy/warden
 	name = "warden beret"
 	desc = "A navy blue beret with a warden's rank emblem. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_navy_warden"
-	item_state = "beret_navy"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_navy")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/corporate/officer
 	name = "officer beret"
 	desc = "A corporate black beret with an officer's rank emblem. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_corporate_officer"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/corporate/hos
 	name = "officer beret"
 	desc = "A corporate black beret with a head of security's rank emblem. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_corporate_hos"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/corporate/warden
 	name = "warden beret"
 	desc = "A corporate black beret with a warden's rank emblem. For officers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_corporate_warden"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/engineering
 	name = "engineering beret"
 	desc = "A beret with the engineering insignia emblazoned on it. For engineers that are more inclined towards style than safety."
 	icon_state = "beret_engineering"
-	
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/purple
 	name = "purple beret"
 	desc = "A stylish, if purple, beret."
 	icon_state = "beret_purple"
-	
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/centcom/officer
 	name = "officers beret"
 	desc = "A dark blue beret adorned with a silver patch. Worn by NanoTrasen Officials."
 	icon_state = "beret_centcom_officer"
-	item_state = "beret_white"
-	
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_white", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_white")
+
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/centcom/captain
 	name = "captains beret"
 	desc = "A white beret adorned with a blue patch. Worn by NanoTrasen command staff."
 	icon_state = "beret_centcom_captain"
-	item_state = "beret_white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_white", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_white")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beret/sec/gov
 	name = "officer beret"
 	desc = "A black beret with a gold emblem."
 	icon_state = "beret_corporate_hos"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
 
 //Medical
 /obj/item/clothing/head/surgery
 	name = "surgical cap"
 	desc = "A cap surgeons wear during operations. Keeps their hair from tickling your internal organs."
 	icon_state = "surgcap_blue"
-	item_state = "beret_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_blue")
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHEADHAIR
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/surgery/purple
 	desc = "A cap surgeons wear during operations. Keeps their hair from tickling your internal organs. This one is deep purple."
 	icon_state = "surgcap_purple"
-	item_state = "beret_purple"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_purple", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_purple")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/surgery/blue
 	desc = "A cap surgeons wear during operations. Keeps their hair from tickling your internal organs. This one is baby blue."
 	icon_state = "surgcap_blue"
-	item_state = "beret_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_blue")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/surgery/green
 	desc = "A cap surgeons wear during operations. Keeps their hair from tickling your internal organs. This one is dark green."
 	icon_state = "surgcap_green"
-	item_state = "beret_green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_green", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_green")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/surgery/black
 	desc = "A cap surgeons wear during operations. Keeps their hair from tickling your internal organs. This one is black."
 	icon_state = "surgcap_black"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/surgery/navyblue
 	desc = "A cap surgeons wear during operations. Keeps their hair from tickling your internal organs. This one is navy blue."
 	icon_state = "surgcap_navyblue"
-	item_state = "beret_navy"
\ No newline at end of file
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_navy")
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/misc.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/misc.dm
index 526371a59a..09cc0356ad 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/misc.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/misc.dm
@@ -42,14 +42,14 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/head/redcoat
 	name = "redcoat's hat"
 	icon_state = "redcoat"
-	item_state = "pirate"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "pirate", slot_l_hand_str = "pirate")
 	desc = "<i>'I guess it's a redhead.'</i>"
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/mailman
 	name = "station cap"
 	icon_state = "mailman"
-	item_state = "hopcap"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "hopcap", slot_l_hand_str = "hopcap")
 	desc = "<i>Choo-choo</i>!"
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
@@ -57,7 +57,7 @@
 	name = "plague doctor's hat"
 	desc = "These were once used by Plague doctors. They're pretty much useless."
 	icon_state = "plaguedoctor"
-	item_state = "tophat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tophat", slot_l_hand_str = "tophat")
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.01
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
 	body_parts_covered = 0
@@ -66,20 +66,20 @@
 	name = "hastur's hood"
 	desc = "It's unspeakably stylish"
 	icon_state = "hasturhood"
-	item_state = "enginering_beret"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "enginering_beret", slot_l_hand_str = "enginering_beret")
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD|FACE|EYES
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/nursehat
 	name = "nurse's hat"
 	desc = "It allows quick identification of trained medical personnel."
-	icon_state = "nursehat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "nursehat", slot_l_hand_str = "nursehat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/syndicatefake
 	name = "red space-helmet replica"
-	item_state = "syndicate-helm-black-red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "syndicate-helm-black-red", slot_l_hand_str = "syndicate-helm-black-red")	
 	icon_state = "syndicate"
 	desc = "A plastic replica of a bloodthirsty mercenary's space helmet, you'll look just like a real murderous criminal operative in this! This is a toy, it is not made for use in space!"
 	flags_inv = HIDEMASK|HIDEEARS|HIDEEYES|HIDEFACE|BLOCKHAIR
@@ -136,7 +136,7 @@
 	name = "flat cap"
 	desc = "A working man's cap."
 	icon_state = "flat_cap"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9 //...what?
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/pirate
@@ -149,20 +149,20 @@
 	name = "pirate hat"
 	desc = "Yarr."
 	icon_state = "hgpiratecap"
-	item_state = "hoscap"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "hoscap", slot_l_hand_str = "hoscap")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/bandana
 	name = "pirate bandana"
 	desc = "Yarr."
 	icon_state = "bandana"
-	item_state = "redbandana"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "redbandana", slot_l_hand_str = "redbandana")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/bowler
 	name = "bowler-hat"
 	desc = "Gentleman, elite aboard!"
 	icon_state = "bowler"
-	item_state = "tophat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tophat", slot_l_hand_str = "tophat")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 //stylish bs12 hats
@@ -170,32 +170,32 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/head/bowlerhat
 	name = "bowler hat"
 	icon_state = "bowler_hat"
-	item_state = "tophat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tophat", slot_l_hand_str = "tophat")
 	desc = "For the gentleman of distinction."
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/beaverhat
 	name = "beaver hat"
 	icon_state = "beaver_hat"
-	item_state = "tophat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tophat", slot_l_hand_str = "tophat")
 	desc = "Soft felt makes this hat both comfortable and elegant."
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/boaterhat
 	name = "boater hat"
 	icon_state = "boater_hat"
-	item_state = "tophat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tophat", slot_l_hand_str = "tophat")
 	desc = "The ultimate in summer fashion."
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/fedora
 	name = "fedora"
 	icon_state = "fedora"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	desc = "A sharp, stylish hat."
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/feathertrilby
 	name = "feather trilby"
 	icon_state = "feather_trilby"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	desc = "A sharp, stylish hat with a feather."
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/fez
@@ -228,14 +228,14 @@
 	name = "bear pelt hat"
 	desc = "Fuzzy."
 	icon_state = "bearpelt"
-	item_state = "beret_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_black", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_black")
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/xenos
 	name = "xenos helmet"
 	icon_state = "xenos"
-	item_state = "xenos_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "xenos_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "xenos_helm")
 	desc = "A helmet made out of chitinous alien hide."
 	flags_inv = HIDEMASK|HIDEEARS|HIDEEYES|HIDEFACE|BLOCKHAIR
 	siemens_coefficient = 2.0
@@ -245,7 +245,7 @@
 	name = "natural philosopher's wig"
 	desc = "A stylish monstrosity unearthed from Earth's Renaissance period. With this most distinguish'd wig, you'll be ready for your next soiree!"
 	icon_state = "philosopher_wig"
-	item_state = "pwig"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "pwig", slot_l_hand_str = "pwig")
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
 	siemens_coefficient = 2.0 //why is it so conductive?!
 	body_parts_covered = 0
@@ -260,7 +260,7 @@
 	name = "hijab"
 	desc = "A veil that is wrapped to cover the head and chest"
 	icon_state = "hijab"
-	item_state = "beret_white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_white", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_white")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
 
@@ -274,6 +274,6 @@
 	name = "turban"
 	desc = "A cloth used to wind around the head"
 	icon_state = "turban"
-	item_state = "beret_white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_white", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_white")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/misc_special.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/misc_special.dm
index 2cb7568edf..cc960d17fb 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/misc_special.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/misc_special.dm
@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@
 	name = "welding helmet"
 	desc = "A head-mounted face cover designed to protect the wearer completely from space-arc eye."
 	icon_state = "welding"
-	item_state = "welding"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "welding", slot_l_hand_str = "welding")
 	matter = list(DEFAULT_WALL_MATERIAL = 3000, "glass" = 1000)
 	var/up = 0
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -145,7 +145,7 @@
 	name = "chicken mask"
 	desc = "You can hear the distant sounds of rhythmic electronica."
 	icon_state = "richard"
-	item_state = "chickenhead"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "chickenhead", slot_l_hand_str = "chickenhead")
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD|FACE
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
 
@@ -153,12 +153,12 @@
 	name = "santa hat"
 	desc = "It's a festive christmas hat, in red!"
 	icon_state = "santahatnorm"
-	item_state = "santahat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "santahat", slot_l_hand_str = "santahat")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/santa/green
 	name = "green santa hat"
 	desc = "It's a festive christmas hat, in green!"
 	icon_state = "santahatgreen"
-	item_state = "santahatgreen"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "santahatgreen", slot_l_hand_str = "santahatgreen")
 	body_parts_covered = 0
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm b/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm
index f34b03e952..0a5a494ecb 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/head/soft_caps.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	name = "cargo cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless yellow color."
 	icon_state = "cargosoft"
-	item_state = "cargosoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cargosoft", slot_l_hand_str = "cargosoft")
 	var/flipped = 0
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
 	body_parts_covered = 0
@@ -26,70 +26,70 @@
 	name = "red cap"
 	desc = "It's a baseball hat in a tasteless red color."
 	icon_state = "redsoft"
-	item_state = "redsoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "redsoft", slot_l_hand_str = "redsoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/blue
 	name = "blue cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless blue color."
 	icon_state = "bluesoft"
-	item_state = "bluesoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bluesoft", slot_l_hand_str = "bluesoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/green
 	name = "green cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless green color."
 	icon_state = "greensoft"
-	item_state = "greensoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greensoft", slot_l_hand_str = "greensoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/yellow
 	name = "yellow cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless yellow color."
 	icon_state = "yellowsoft"
-	item_state = "yellowsoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "yellowsoft", slot_l_hand_str = "yellowsoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/grey
 	name = "grey cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteful grey color."
 	icon_state = "greysoft"
-	item_state = "greysoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greysoft", slot_l_hand_str = "greysoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/orange
 	name = "orange cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless orange color."
 	icon_state = "orangesoft"
-	item_state = "orangesoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "orangesoft", slot_l_hand_str = "orangesoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/mime
 	name = "white cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless white color."
 	icon_state = "mimesoft"
-	item_state = "mimesoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mimesoft", slot_l_hand_str = "mimesoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/purple
 	name = "purple cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteless purple color."
 	icon_state = "purplesoft"
-	item_state = "purplesoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "purplesoft", slot_l_hand_str = "purplesoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/rainbow
 	name = "rainbow cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a bright rainbow of colors."
 	icon_state = "rainbowsoft"
-	item_state = "rainbowsoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "rainbowsoft", slot_l_hand_str = "rainbowsoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/sec
 	name = "security cap"
 	desc = "It's a field cap in tasteful red color."
 	icon_state = "secsoft"
-	item_state = "secsoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "secsoft", slot_l_hand_str = "secsoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/sec/corp
 	name = "corporate security cap"
 	desc = "It's field cap in corporate colors."
 	icon_state = "corpsoft"
-	item_state = "corpsoft"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "corpsoft", slot_l_hand_str = "corpsoft")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/soft/black
 	name = "black cap"
 	desc = "It's a peaked cap in a tasteful black color."
 	icon_state = "blacksoft"
-	item_state = "blacksoft"
\ No newline at end of file
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blacksoft", slot_l_hand_str = "blacksoft")
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/masks/boxing.dm b/code/modules/clothing/masks/boxing.dm
index 8f713509e5..3dabeb99d6 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/masks/boxing.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/masks/boxing.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	name = "balaclava"
 	desc = "LOADSAMONEY"
 	icon_state = "balaclava"
-	item_state = "bandblack"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandblack", slot_l_hand_str = "bandblack")
 	flags_inv = HIDEFACE|BLOCKHAIR
 	body_parts_covered = FACE|HEAD
 	w_class = 2
@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@
 	name = "green balaclava"
 	desc = "Designed to both hide identities and keep your face comfy and warm."
 	icon_state = "swatclava"
-	item_state = "bandgreen"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandgreen", slot_l_hand_str = "bandgreen")
 	flags_inv = HIDEFACE|BLOCKHAIR
 	w_class = 2
 	sprite_sheets = list(
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/masks/breath.dm b/code/modules/clothing/masks/breath.dm
index 38e86e5dc9..7568d53b74 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/masks/breath.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/masks/breath.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	desc = "A close-fitting mask that can be connected to an air supply."
 	name = "breath mask"
 	icon_state = "breath"
-	item_state = "breath"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "breath", slot_l_hand_str = "breath")
 	item_flags = AIRTIGHT|FLEXIBLEMATERIAL
 	body_parts_covered = FACE
 	w_class = 2
@@ -41,5 +41,5 @@
 	desc = "A close-fitting sterile mask that can be connected to an air supply."
 	name = "medical mask"
 	icon_state = "medical"
-	item_state = "medical"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "medical", slot_l_hand_str = "medical")
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.01
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/masks/gasmask.dm b/code/modules/clothing/masks/gasmask.dm
index 5d491f0afd..ad7c9928d2 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/masks/gasmask.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/masks/gasmask.dm
@@ -6,7 +6,7 @@
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS|HIDEEYES|HIDEFACE
 	body_parts_covered = FACE|EYES
 	w_class = 3.0
-	item_state = "gas_alt"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "gas_alt", slot_l_hand_str = "gas_alt")
 	gas_transfer_coefficient = 0.01
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.01
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@
 	name = "plague doctor mask"
 	desc = "A modernised version of the classic design, this mask will not only filter out phoron but it can also be connected to an air supply."
 	icon_state = "plaguedoctor"
-	item_state = "gas"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "gas", slot_l_hand_str = "gas")
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 2,energy = 2, bomb = 0, bio = 90, rad = 0)
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD|FACE|EYES
 
@@ -53,19 +53,19 @@
 	name = "clown wig and mask"
 	desc = "A true prankster's facial attire. A clown is incomplete without their wig and mask."
 	icon_state = "clown"
-	item_state = "clown_hat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "clown_hat", slot_l_hand_str = "clown_hat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/gas/sexyclown
 	name = "sexy-clown wig and mask"
 	desc = "A feminine clown mask for the dabbling crossdressers or female entertainers."
 	icon_state = "sexyclown"
-	item_state = "clown_hat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "clown_hat", slot_l_hand_str = "clown_hat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/gas/mime
 	name = "mime mask"
 	desc = "The traditional mime's mask. It has an eerie facial posture."
 	icon_state = "mime"
-	item_state = "mime"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mime", slot_l_hand_str = "mime")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/gas/monkeymask
 	name = "monkey mask"
@@ -77,12 +77,12 @@
 	name = "sexy mime mask"
 	desc = "A traditional female mime's mask."
 	icon_state = "sexymime"
-	item_state = "mime"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mime", slot_l_hand_str = "mime")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/gas/death_commando
 	name = "Death Commando Mask"
 	icon_state = "death_commando_mask"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.2
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/gas/cyborg
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/masks/miscellaneous.dm b/code/modules/clothing/masks/miscellaneous.dm
index 4af868783a..fe0cfdebaa 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/masks/miscellaneous.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/masks/miscellaneous.dm
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@
 	desc = "It's a robust DIY muzzle!"
 	icon = 'icons/obj/bureaucracy.dmi'
 	icon_state = "tape_cross"
-	item_state = null
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = null, slot_l_hand_str = null)
 	w_class = 1
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/muzzle/New()
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@
 	name = "sterile mask"
 	desc = "A sterile mask designed to help prevent the spread of diseases."
 	icon_state = "sterile"
-	item_state = "sterile"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sterile", slot_l_hand_str = "sterile")
 	w_class = 2
 	body_parts_covered = FACE
 	item_flags = FLEXIBLEMATERIAL
@@ -144,7 +144,7 @@
 	name = "camera MIU"
 	desc = "Allows for direct mental connection to accessible camera networks."
 	icon_state = "s-ninja"
-	item_state = "mime"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mime", slot_l_hand_str = "mime")
 	flags_inv = HIDEFACE
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	var/mob/observer/eye/aiEye/eye
@@ -178,7 +178,7 @@
 	flags_inv = HIDEFACE
 	slot_flags = SLOT_MASK
 	icon_state = "bandblack"
-	item_state = "bandblack"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandblack", slot_l_hand_str = "bandblack")
 	var/tied = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/bandana/proc/adjust_bandana(mob/user)
@@ -207,28 +207,28 @@
 	name = "red bandana"
 	desc = "A fine red bandana with nanotech lining."
 	icon_state = "bandred"
-	item_state = "bandred"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandred", slot_l_hand_str = "bandred")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/bandana/blue
 	name = "blue bandana"
 	desc = "A fine blue bandana with nanotech lining."
 	icon_state = "bandblue"
-	item_state = "bandblue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandblue", slot_l_hand_str = "bandblue")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/bandana/green
 	name = "green bandana"
 	desc = "A fine green bandana with nanotech lining."
 	icon_state = "bandgreen"
-	item_state = "bandgreen"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandgreen", slot_l_hand_str = "bandgreen")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/bandana/gold
 	name = "gold bandana"
 	desc = "A fine gold bandana with nanotech lining."
 	icon_state = "bandgold"
-	item_state = "bandgold"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandgold", slot_l_hand_str = "bandgold")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/mask/bandana/skull
 	name = "skull bandana"
 	desc = "A fine black bandana with nanotech lining and a skull emblem."
 	icon_state = "bandskull"
-	item_state = "bandskull"
\ No newline at end of file
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bandskull", slot_l_hand_str = "bandskull")
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/colour.dm b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/colour.dm
index 38bc50379e..f79b7ca4f0 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/colour.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/colour.dm
@@ -53,43 +53,43 @@
 	name = "black flats"
 	desc = "Sleek black flats."
 	icon_state = "flatsblack"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/flats/white
 	name = "white flats"
 	desc = "Shiny white flats."
 	icon_state = "flatswhite"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/flats/red
 	name = "red flats"
 	desc = "Ruby red flats."
 	icon_state = "flatsred"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/flats/purple
 	name = "purple flats"
 	desc = "Royal purple flats."
 	icon_state = "flatspurple"
-	item_state = "purple"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "purple", slot_l_hand_str = "purple")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/flats/blue
 	name = "blue flats"
 	desc = "Sleek blue flats."
 	icon_state = "flatsblue"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/flats/brown
 	name = "brown flats"
 	desc = "Sleek brown flats."
 	icon_state = "flatsbrown"
-	item_state = "brown"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown", slot_l_hand_str = "brown")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/flats/orange
 	name = "orange flats"
 	desc = "Radiant orange flats."
 	icon_state = "flatsorange"
-	item_state = "orange"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "orange", slot_l_hand_str = "orange")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/orange
 	name = "orange shoes"
@@ -122,6 +122,4 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/orange/attackby(H as obj, mob/user as mob)
 	..()
 	if (istype(H, /obj/item/weapon/handcuffs))
-		attach_cuffs(H, user)
-
-
+		attach_cuffs(H, user)
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/jobs.dm b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/jobs.dm
index 185f825d0e..b0b93fc1a4 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/jobs.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/jobs.dm
@@ -19,7 +19,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/jackboots/toeless
 	name = "toe-less jackboots"
 	desc = "Modified pair of jackboots, particularly friendly to those species whose toes hold claws."
-	item_state = "jackboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "jackboots", slot_l_hand_str = "jackboots")
 	species_restricted = null
 
 /obj/item/clothing/shoes/workboots
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/leg_guards.dm b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/leg_guards.dm
index df84a7fe43..b063e2b50a 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/leg_guards.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/leg_guards.dm
@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@
 	name = "ablative leg guards"
 	desc = "These will protect your legs and feet from energy weapons."
 	icon_state = "leg_guards_laser"
-	item_state = "jackboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "jackboots", slot_l_hand_str = "jackboots")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.1
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 10, laser = 80, energy = 50, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -26,7 +26,7 @@
 	name = "bullet resistant leg guards"
 	desc = "These will protect your legs and feet from ballistic weapons."
 	icon_state = "leg_guards_bullet"
-	item_state = "jackboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "jackboots", slot_l_hand_str = "jackboots")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 80, laser = 10, energy = 10, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -34,7 +34,7 @@
 	name = "riot leg guards"
 	desc = "These will protect your legs and feet from close combat weapons."
 	icon_state = "leg_guards_riot"
-	item_state = "jackboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "jackboots", slot_l_hand_str = "jackboots")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.5
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 10, laser = 10, energy = 10, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -42,6 +42,6 @@
 	name = "combat leg guards"
 	desc = "These will protect your legs and feet from a variety of weapons."
 	icon_state = "leg_guards_combat"
-	item_state = "jackboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "jackboots", slot_l_hand_str = "jackboots")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.6
 	armor = list(melee = 50, bullet = 50, laser = 50, energy = 30, bomb = 30, bio = 0, rad = 0)
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/magboots.dm b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/magboots.dm
index 01ba3395a9..0f862f4c53 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/magboots.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/magboots.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	desc = "Magnetic boots, often used during extravehicular activity to ensure the user remains safely attached to the vehicle. They're large enough to be worn over other footwear."
 	name = "magboots"
 	icon_state = "magboots0"
-	item_state = "magboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "magboots", slot_l_hand_str = "magboots")
 	species_restricted = null
 	force = 3
 	overshoes = 1
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/miscellaneous.dm b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/miscellaneous.dm
index 80dc45c399..f6423106a5 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/shoes/miscellaneous.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/shoes/miscellaneous.dm
@@ -17,7 +17,7 @@
 	name = "\improper SWAT shoes"
 	desc = "When you want to turn up the heat."
 	icon_state = "swat"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	force = 3
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 60, laser = 50,energy = 25, bomb = 50, bio = 10, rad = 0)
 	item_flags = NOSLIP
@@ -58,7 +58,7 @@
 	name = "combat boots"
 	desc = "Standard issue combat boots for combat scenarios or combat situations. All combat, all the time.  It can hold a Strategical knife."
 	icon_state = "jackboots"
-	item_state = "jackboots"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "jackboots", slot_l_hand_str = "jackboots")
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 60, laser = 50,energy = 25, bomb = 50, bio = 10, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.6
 	var/obj/item/weapon/material/hatchet/tacknife
@@ -144,7 +144,7 @@
 	name = "boots"
 	desc = "A pair of boots worn by the followers of Nar-Sie."
 	icon_state = "cult"
-	item_state = "cult"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cult", slot_l_hand_str = "cult")
 	force = 2
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
 
@@ -174,7 +174,7 @@
 	name = "worn bunny slippers"
 	desc = "Fluffy..."
 	icon_state = "slippers_worn"
-	item_state = "slippers"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "slippers", slot_l_hand_str = "slippers")
 	force = 0
 	w_class = 2
 
@@ -187,7 +187,7 @@
 	desc = "Help you swim good."
 	name = "swimming fins"
 	icon_state = "flippers"
-	item_state = "galoshes"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "galoshes", slot_l_hand_str = "galoshes")
 	item_flags = NOSLIP
 	slowdown = SHOES_SLOWDOWN+1
 	species_restricted = null
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/miscellaneous.dm b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/miscellaneous.dm
index a3b84af358..c8d73b0f3e 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/miscellaneous.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/miscellaneous.dm
@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@
 	name = "deathsquad helmet"
 	desc = "That's not red paint. That's real blood."
 	icon_state = "deathsquad"
-	item_state = "syndicate-helm-black-red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "syndicate-helm-black-red", slot_l_hand_str = "syndicate-helm-black-red")
 	armor = list(melee = 65, bullet = 55, laser = 35,energy = 20, bomb = 30, bio = 100, rad = 60)
 	item_flags = STOPPRESSUREDAMAGE | THICKMATERIAL
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@
 	name = "officer's beret"
 	desc = "An armored beret commonly used by special operations officers."
 	icon_state = "beret_badge"
-	item_state = "beret"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret", slot_l_hand_str = "beret")
 	armor = list(melee = 65, bullet = 55, laser = 35,energy = 20, bomb = 30, bio = 30, rad = 30)
 	item_flags = STOPPRESSUREDAMAGE
 	flags_inv = BLOCKHAIR
@@ -93,7 +93,6 @@
 	icon_state = "syndicate-helm-orange"
 	desc = "A simple helmet with a built in light, smells like mothballs."
 
-
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/space/emergency
 	name = "Emergency Softsuit"
 	icon_state = "syndicate-orange"
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/merc.dm b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/merc.dm
index 5db4e882eb..9e1e3513cc 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/merc.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/merc.dm
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
 	name = "blood-red voidsuit helmet"
 	desc = "An advanced helmet designed for work in special operations. Property of Gorlex Marauders."
 	icon_state = "rig0-syndie"
-	item_state = "syndie_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "syndie_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "syndie_helm")
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 50, laser = 30,energy = 15, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 60)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.6
 	species_restricted = list("Human")
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@
 	icon_state = "rig-syndie"
 	name = "blood-red voidsuit"
 	desc = "An advanced suit that protects against injuries during special operations. Property of Gorlex Marauders."
-	item_state = "syndie_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "syndie_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "syndie_voidsuit")
 	slowdown = 1
 	w_class = 3
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 50, laser = 30, energy = 15, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 60)
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/station.dm b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/station.dm
index a15bc7e724..dde178e33d 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/station.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/station.dm
@@ -4,14 +4,14 @@
 	name = "engineering voidsuit helmet"
 	desc = "A special helmet designed for work in a hazardous, low-pressure environment. Has radiation shielding."
 	icon_state = "rig0-engineering"
-	item_state = "eng_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "eng_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "eng_helm")
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 80)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/space/void/engineering
 	name = "engineering voidsuit"
 	desc = "A special suit that protects against hazardous, low pressure environments. Has radiation shielding."
 	icon_state = "rig-engineering"
-	item_state = "eng_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "eng_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "eng_voidsuit")
 	slowdown = 1
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 80)
 	allowed = list(/obj/item/device/flashlight,/obj/item/weapon/tank,/obj/item/device/suit_cooling_unit,/obj/item/weapon/storage/bag/ore,/obj/item/device/t_scanner,/obj/item/weapon/pickaxe, /obj/item/weapon/rcd)
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@
 	name = "mining voidsuit helmet"
 	desc = "A special helmet designed for work in a hazardous, low pressure environment. Has reinforced plating."
 	icon_state = "rig0-mining"
-	item_state = "mining_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mining_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "mining_helm")
 	armor = list(melee = 50, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 55, bio = 100, rad = 20)
 	light_overlay = "helmet_light_dual"
 
@@ -29,7 +29,7 @@
 	name = "mining voidsuit"
 	desc = "A special suit that protects against hazardous, low pressure environments. Has reinforced plating."
 	icon_state = "rig-mining"
-	item_state = "mining_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mining_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "mining_voidsuit")
 	armor = list(melee = 50, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 55, bio = 100, rad = 20)
 
 //Medical
@@ -37,14 +37,14 @@
 	name = "medical voidsuit helmet"
 	desc = "A special helmet designed for work in a hazardous, low pressure environment. Has minor radiation shielding."
 	icon_state = "rig0-medical"
-	item_state = "medical_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "medical_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "medical_helm")
 	armor = list(melee = 30, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 25, bio = 100, rad = 50)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/space/void/medical
 	name = "medical voidsuit"
 	desc = "A special suit that protects against hazardous, low pressure environments. Has minor radiation shielding."
 	icon_state = "rig-medical"
-	item_state = "medical_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "medical_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "medical_voidsuit")
 	allowed = list(/obj/item/device/flashlight,/obj/item/weapon/tank,/obj/item/device/suit_cooling_unit,/obj/item/weapon/storage/firstaid,/obj/item/device/healthanalyzer,/obj/item/stack/medical)
 	armor = list(melee = 30, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 25, bio = 100, rad = 50)
 
@@ -53,7 +53,7 @@
 	name = "security voidsuit helmet"
 	desc = "A special helmet designed for work in a hazardous, low pressure environment. Has an additional layer of armor."
 	icon_state = "rig0-sec"
-	item_state = "sec_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sec_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "sec_helm")
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 10, laser = 30, energy = 5, bomb = 45, bio = 100, rad = 10)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
 	light_overlay = "helmet_light_dual"
@@ -62,7 +62,7 @@
 	name = "security voidsuit"
 	desc = "A special suit that protects against hazardous, low pressure environments. Has an additional layer of armor."
 	icon_state = "rig-sec"
-	item_state = "sec_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sec_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "sec_voidsuit")
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 10, laser = 30, energy = 5, bomb = 45, bio = 100, rad = 10)
 	allowed = list(/obj/item/weapon/gun,/obj/item/device/flashlight,/obj/item/weapon/tank,/obj/item/device/suit_cooling_unit,/obj/item/weapon/melee/baton)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
@@ -72,7 +72,7 @@
 	desc = "A special helmet designed for work in a hazardous, low pressure environments. Has improved thermal protection and minor radiation shielding."
 	name = "atmospherics voidsuit helmet"
 	icon_state = "rig0-atmos"
-	item_state = "atmos_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "atmos_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "atmos_helm")
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 50)
 	max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_HELMET_MAX_HEAT_PROTECTION_TEMPERATURE
 	light_overlay = "helmet_light_dual"
@@ -81,6 +81,6 @@
 	name = "atmos voidsuit"
 	desc = "A special suit that protects against hazardous, low pressure environments. Has improved thermal protection and minor radiation shielding."
 	icon_state = "rig-atmos"
-	item_state = "atmos_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "atmos_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "atmos_voidsuit")
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 50)
 	max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRESUIT_MAX_HEAT_PROTECTION_TEMPERATURE
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/void.dm b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/void.dm
index d71d57a564..d1b4a06d23 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/void.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/void.dm
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
 	name = "void helmet"
 	desc = "A high-tech dark red space suit helmet. Used for AI satellite maintenance."
 	icon_state = "void"
-	item_state = "syndicate"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "syndicate", slot_l_hand_str = "syndicate")
 	heat_protection = HEAD
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 20)
 	max_heat_protection_temperature = SPACE_SUIT_MAX_HEAT_PROTECTION_TEMPERATURE
@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/space/void
 	name = "voidsuit"
 	icon_state = "void"
-	item_state = "space_suit_syndicate"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "space_suit_syndicate", slot_l_hand_str = "space_suit_syndicate")
 	desc = "A high-tech dark red space suit. Used for AI satellite maintenance."
 	slowdown = 1
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 5, laser = 20,energy = 5, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 20)
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/wizard.dm b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/wizard.dm
index 2fc0c76dbd..4c2318355f 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/wizard.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/spacesuits/void/wizard.dm
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
 	name = "gem-encrusted voidsuit helmet"
 	desc = "A bizarre gem-encrusted helmet that radiates magical energies."
 	icon_state = "rig0-wiz"
-	item_state = "wiz_helm"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "wiz_helm", slot_l_hand_str = "wiz_helm")
 	unacidable = 1 //No longer shall our kind be foiled by lone chemists with spray bottles!
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 20, laser = 20,energy = 20, bomb = 35, bio = 100, rad = 60)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
@@ -15,7 +15,7 @@
 	icon_state = "rig-wiz"
 	name = "gem-encrusted voidsuit"
 	desc = "A bizarre gem-encrusted suit that radiates magical energies."
-	item_state = "wiz_voidsuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "wiz_voidsuit", slot_l_hand_str = "wiz_voidsuit")
 	slowdown = 1
 	w_class = 3
 	unacidable = 1
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/alien.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/alien.dm
index 9d16c87484..896b5eed29 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/alien.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/alien.dm
@@ -22,5 +22,5 @@
 	name = "headscarf"
 	desc = "A scarf of coarse fabric. Seems to have ear-holes."
 	icon_state = "zhan_scarf"
-	item_state = "beret_white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "beret_white", slot_l_hand_str = "beret_white")
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD|FACE
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/armor.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/armor.dm
index 3e97e0b98f..ed308d418d 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/armor.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/armor.dm
@@ -31,13 +31,13 @@
 	name = "security armor"
 	desc = "An armored vest that protects against some damage. This one has a NanoTrasen corporate badge."
 	icon_state = "armoralt"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/vest/security
 	name = "security armor"
 	desc = "An armored vest that protects against some damage. This one has a corporate badge."
 	icon_state = "armorsec"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/vest/warden
 	name = "Warden's jacket"
@@ -51,12 +51,11 @@
 	icon_state = "warden_alt"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS|LEGS
 
-
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/riot
 	name = "riot vest"
 	desc = "A vest with heavy padding to protect against melee attacks."
 	icon_state = "riot"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	slowdown = 1
 	armor = list(melee = 80, bullet = 10, laser = 10, energy = 10, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	flags_inv = HIDEJUMPSUIT
@@ -64,20 +63,20 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/riot/alt
 	icon_state = "riot_new"
-	item_state = "riot_new"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "riot_new", slot_l_hand_str = "riot_new")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/bulletproof
 	name = "bullet resistant vest"
 	desc = "A vest that excels in protecting the wearer against high-velocity solid projectiles."
 	icon_state = "bulletproof"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 80, laser = 10, energy = 10, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.7
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/bulletproof/alt
 	icon_state = "bulletproof_new"
-	item_state = "bulletproof_new"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bulletproof_new", slot_l_hand_str = "bulletproof_new")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/laserproof
@@ -121,7 +120,7 @@
 	name = "tactical armor"
 	desc = "A suit of armor most often used by Special Weapons and Tactics squads. Includes padded vest with pockets along with shoulder and kneeguards."
 	icon_state = "swatarmor"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|ARMS
 	slowdown = 1
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 60, laser = 60, energy = 40, bomb = 40, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -131,7 +130,7 @@
 	name = "swat suit"
 	desc = "A heavily armored suit that protects against moderate damage. Used in special operations."
 	icon_state = "deathsquad"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	gas_transfer_coefficient = 0.01
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.01
 	item_flags = STOPPRESSUREDAMAGE | THICKMATERIAL
@@ -150,7 +149,7 @@
 	name = "officer jacket"
 	desc = "An armored jacket used in special operations."
 	icon_state = "detective"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	blood_overlay_type = "coat"
 	flags_inv = 0
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
@@ -160,7 +159,7 @@
 	name = "armor"
 	desc = "An armored vest with a detective's badge on it."
 	icon_state = "detective-armor"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 30, laser = 30, energy = 10, bomb = 10, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -173,7 +172,7 @@
 	desc = "Someone separated our Research Director from their own head!"
 	var/active = 0.0
 	icon_state = "reactiveoff"
-	item_state = "armor_reflec_old"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor_reflec_old", slot_l_hand_str = "armor_reflec_old")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	slowdown = 1
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0, energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -222,7 +221,7 @@
 	name = "emergency response team armor"
 	desc = "A set of armor worn by members of the Emergency Response Team."
 	icon_state = "ertarmor_cmd"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 60, laser = 60, energy = 40, bomb = 20, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
@@ -254,7 +253,7 @@
 	name = "armor vest"
 	desc = "A simple kevlar plate carrier."
 	icon_state = "kvest"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	armor = list(melee = 40, bullet = 30, laser = 30, energy = 10, bomb = 10, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	allowed = list(/obj/item/weapon/gun,/obj/item/weapon/reagent_containers/spray/pepper,/obj/item/ammo_magazine,/obj/item/ammo_casing,/obj/item/weapon/melee/baton,/obj/item/weapon/handcuffs,/obj/item/device/flashlight/maglight)
 
@@ -271,7 +270,7 @@
 	name = "officer armor vest"
 	desc = "A simple kevlar plate carrier. This one has a security holobadge clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "officervest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	icon_badge = "officervest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "officervest_nobadge"
 
@@ -279,7 +278,7 @@
 	name = "warden armor vest"
 	desc = "A simple kevlar plate carrier. This one has a silver badge clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "wardenvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	icon_badge = "wardenvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "wardenvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -287,7 +286,7 @@
 	name = "head of security armor vest"
 	desc = "A simple kevlar plate carrier. This one has a gold badge clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "hosvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	icon_badge = "hosvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "hosvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -295,7 +294,7 @@
 	name = "PCRC armor vest"
 	desc = "A simple kevlar plate carrier belonging to Proxima Centauri Risk Control. This one has a PCRC crest clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "pcrcvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	icon_badge = "pcrcvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "pcrcvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -303,7 +302,7 @@
 	name = "detective armor vest"
 	desc = "A simple kevlar plate carrier in a vintage brown, it has a badge clipped to the chest that reads, 'Private investigator'."
 	icon_state = "detectivevest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	icon_badge = "detectivevest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "detectivevest_nobadge"
 
@@ -311,7 +310,7 @@
 	name = "heavy armor vest"
 	desc = "A heavy kevlar plate carrier with webbing attached."
 	icon_state = "webvest"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	armor = list(melee = 50, bullet = 40, laser = 40, energy = 25, bomb = 25, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	slowdown = 1
 
@@ -319,7 +318,7 @@
 	name = "officer heavy armor vest"
 	desc = "A heavy kevlar plate carrier with webbing attached. This one has a security holobadge clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "officerwebvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	icon_badge = "officerwebvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "officerwebvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -327,7 +326,7 @@
 	name = "warden heavy armor vest"
 	desc = "A heavy kevlar plate carrier with webbing attached. This one has a silver badge clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "wardenwebvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	icon_badge = "wardenwebvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "wardenwebvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -335,7 +334,7 @@
 	name = "head of security heavy armor vest"
 	desc = "A heavy kevlar plate carrier with webbing attached. This one has a gold badge clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "hoswebvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	icon_badge = "hoswebvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "hoswebvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -343,7 +342,7 @@
 	name = "PCRC heavy armor vest"
 	desc = "A heavy kevlar plate carrier belonging to Proxima Centauri Risk Control with webbing attached. This one has a PCRC crest clipped to the chest."
 	icon_state = "pcrcwebvest_nobadge"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	icon_badge = "pcrcwebvest_badge"
 	icon_nobadge = "pcrcwebvest_nobadge"
 
@@ -352,7 +351,7 @@
 	name = "heavy armor vest"
 	desc = "A high-quality heavy kevlar plate carrier in a fetching tan. The vest is surprisingly flexible, and possibly made of an advanced material."
 	icon_state = "mercwebvest"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 60, laser = 60, energy = 40, bomb = 40, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	slowdown = 0
 
@@ -362,7 +361,7 @@
 	name = "Cent. Com. armor"
 	desc = "A suit that protects against some damage."
 	icon_state = "centcom"
-	item_state = "armor"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "armor", slot_l_hand_str = "armor")
 	w_class = 4//bulky item
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|FEET|ARMS|HANDS
 	allowed = list(/obj/item/weapon/gun/energy,/obj/item/weapon/melee/baton,/obj/item/weapon/handcuffs,/obj/item/weapon/tank/emergency_oxygen)
@@ -375,7 +374,7 @@
 	name = "heavy armor"
 	desc = "A heavily armored suit that protects against moderate damage."
 	icon_state = "heavy"
-	item_state = "swat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "swat", slot_l_hand_str = "swat")
 	armor = list(melee = 60, bullet = 60, laser = 60, energy = 40, bomb = 40, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	w_class = 4//bulky item
 	gas_transfer_coefficient = 0.90
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/bio.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/bio.dm
index 06d3062896..227414b0e4 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/bio.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/bio.dm
@@ -26,12 +26,12 @@
 //Standard biosuit, orange stripe
 /obj/item/clothing/head/bio_hood/general
 	icon_state = "bio_general"
-	item_state = "bio"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bio", slot_l_hand_str = "bio")
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD|FACE|EYES
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/bio_suit/general
 	icon_state = "bio_general"
-	item_state = "bio"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bio", slot_l_hand_str = "bio")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|ARMS
 	flags_inv = HIDEGLOVES|HIDEJUMPSUIT|HIDETAIL
 
@@ -85,5 +85,5 @@
 	name = "Plague doctor suit"
 	desc = "It protected doctors from the Black Death, back then. You bet your arse it's gonna help you against viruses."
 	icon_state = "plaguedoctor"
-	item_state = "bio"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "bio", slot_l_hand_str = "bio")
 	flags_inv = HIDEGLOVES|HIDEJUMPSUIT|HIDETAIL
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/jobs.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/jobs.dm
index b7b30032f9..cb3f20749b 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/jobs.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/jobs.dm
@@ -7,7 +7,7 @@
 	name = "apron"
 	desc = "A basic blue apron."
 	icon_state = "apron"
-	item_state = "overalls"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "overalls", slot_l_hand_str = "overalls")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	body_parts_covered = 0
 	allowed = list (/obj/item/weapon/reagent_containers/spray/plantbgone,/obj/item/device/analyzer/plant_analyzer,/obj/item/seeds,/obj/item/weapon/reagent_containers/glass/bottle,/obj/item/weapon/material/minihoe)
@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@
 	name = "chaplain hoodie"
 	desc = "This suit says to you 'hush'!"
 	icon_state = "chaplain_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_black", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_black")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 //Chaplain
@@ -66,21 +66,21 @@
 	name = "security officer's jacket"
 	desc = "This jacket is for those special occasions when a security officer actually feels safe."
 	icon_state = "officerbluejacket"
-	item_state = "suit_navy"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_navy")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/security/navywarden
 	name = "warden's jacket"
 	desc = "Perfectly suited for the warden that wants to leave an impression of style on those who visit the brig."
 	icon_state = "wardenbluejacket"
-	item_state = "suit_navy"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_navy")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/security/navyhos
 	name = "head of security's jacket"
 	desc = "This piece of clothing was specifically designed for asserting superior authority."
 	icon_state = "hosbluejacket"
-	item_state = "suit_navy"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_navy")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 //Detective
@@ -96,7 +96,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/det_trench/grey
 	name = "grey trenchcoat"
 	icon_state = "detective2"
-	item_state = "leather_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "leather_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "leather_jacket")
 
 //Forensics
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/forensics
@@ -110,7 +110,7 @@
 	name = "red jacket"
 	desc = "A red forensics technician jacket."
 	icon_state = "forensics_red"
-	item_state = "suit_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_red", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_red")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/forensics/red/long
 	name = "long red jacket"
@@ -121,7 +121,7 @@
 	name = "blue jacket"
 	desc = "A blue forensics technician jacket."
 	icon_state = "forensics_blue"
-	item_state = "suit_navy"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_navy", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_navy")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/forensics/blue/long
 	name = "long blue jacket"
@@ -144,7 +144,7 @@
 	name = "blue suit jacket"
 	desc = "A snappy dress jacket."
 	icon_state = "suitjacket_blue_open"
-	item_state = "suit_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_blue")
 	icon_open = "suitjacket_blue_open"
 	icon_closed = "suitjacket_blue"
 	blood_overlay_type = "coat"
@@ -154,7 +154,7 @@
 	name = "purple suit jacket"
 	desc = "A snappy dress jacket."
 	icon_state = "suitjacket_purp_open"
-	item_state = "suit_purple"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_purple", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_purple")
 	icon_open = "suitjacket_purp_open"
 	icon_closed = "suitjacket_purp"
 	blood_overlay_type = "coat"
@@ -165,7 +165,7 @@
 	name = "black suit jacket"
 	desc = "A smooth black jacket."
 	icon_state = "ia_jacket_open"
-	item_state = "suit_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_black", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_black")
 	icon_open = "ia_jacket_open"
 	icon_closed = "ia_jacket"
 	blood_overlay_type = "coat"
@@ -176,7 +176,7 @@
 	name = "first responder jacket"
 	desc = "A high-visibility jacket worn by medical first responders."
 	icon_state = "fr_jacket_open"
-	item_state = "fr_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "fr_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "fr_jacket")
 	icon_open = "fr_jacket_open"
 	icon_closed = "fr_jacket"
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
@@ -188,7 +188,7 @@
 	name = "\improper EMS jacket"
 	desc = "A dark blue, martian-pattern, EMS jacket. It sports high-visibility reflective stripes and a star of life on the back."
 	icon_state = "ems_jacket_closed"
-	item_state = "ems_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ems_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "ems_jacket")
 	icon_open = "ems_jacket_open"
 	icon_closed = "ems_jacket_closed"
 
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/labcoat.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/labcoat.dm
index 82bd63e697..2035a86d41 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/labcoat.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/labcoat.dm
@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 	name = "labcoat"
 	desc = "A suit that protects against minor chemical spills."
 	icon_state = "labcoat_open"
-	item_state = "labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "labcoat")
 	icon_open = "labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat"
 	blood_overlay_type = "coat"
@@ -16,7 +16,7 @@
 	icon_state = "red_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "red_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "red_labcoat"
-	item_state = "red_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "red_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/blue
 	name = "blue labcoat"
@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@
 	icon_state = "blue_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "blue_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "blue_labcoat"
-	item_state = "blue_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "blue_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/purple
 	name = "purple labcoat"
@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@
 	icon_state = "purple_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "purple_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "purple_labcoat"
-	item_state = "purple_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "purple_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "purple_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/orange
 	name = "orange labcoat"
@@ -40,7 +40,7 @@
 	icon_state = "orange_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "orange_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "orange_labcoat"
-	item_state = "orange_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "orange_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "orange_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/green
 	name = "green labcoat"
@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@
 	icon_state = "green_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "green_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "green_labcoat"
-	item_state = "green_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "green_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/yellow
 	name = "yellow labcoat"
@@ -56,7 +56,7 @@
 	icon_state = "yellow_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "yellow_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "yellow_labcoat"
-	item_state = "yellow_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "yellow_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "yellow_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/pink
 	name = "pink labcoat"
@@ -64,7 +64,7 @@
 	icon_state = "pink_labcoat_open"
 	icon_open = "pink_labcoat_open"
 	icon_closed = "pink_labcoat"
-	item_state = "pink_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "pink_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "pink_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/cmo
 	name = "chief medical officer's labcoat"
@@ -72,7 +72,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_cmo_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_cmo_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_cmo"
-	item_state = "cmo_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cmo_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "cmo_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/cmoalt
 	name = "chief medical officer labcoat"
@@ -80,7 +80,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_cmoalt_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_cmoalt_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_cmoalt"
-	item_state = "cmo_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cmo_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "cmo_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/mad
 	name = "The Mad's labcoat"
@@ -88,7 +88,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labgreen_open"
 	icon_open = "labgreen_open"
 	icon_closed = "labgreen"
-	item_state = "green_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "green_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/genetics
 	name = "Geneticist labcoat"
@@ -96,7 +96,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_gen_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_gen_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_gen"
-	item_state = "genetics_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "genetics_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "genetics_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/chemist
 	name = "Chemist labcoat"
@@ -104,7 +104,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_chem_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_chem_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_chem"
-	item_state = "chemist_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "chemist_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "chemist_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/virologist
 	name = "Virologist labcoat"
@@ -112,7 +112,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_vir_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_vir_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_vir"
-	item_state = "virologist_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "virologist_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "virologist_labcoat")
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 60, rad = 0)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/science
@@ -121,7 +121,7 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_tox_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_tox_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_tox"
-	item_state = "science_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "science_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "science_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/labcoat/emt
 	name = "EMT's labcoat"
@@ -129,4 +129,4 @@
 	icon_state = "labcoat_emt_open"
 	icon_open = "labcoat_emt_open"
 	icon_closed = "labcoat_emt"
-	item_state = "emt_labcoat"
\ No newline at end of file
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "emt_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "emt_labcoat")
\ No newline at end of file
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/miscellaneous.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/miscellaneous.dm
index 1bebc08ab9..c93bb20760 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/miscellaneous.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/miscellaneous.dm
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@
 	name = "blue laser tag armour"
 	desc = "Blue Pride, Station Wide."
 	icon_state = "bluetag"
-	item_state = "tdblue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tdblue", slot_l_hand_str = "tdblue")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO
 	allowed = list (/obj/item/weapon/gun/energy/lasertag/blue)
@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@
 	name = "red laser tag armour"
 	desc = "Reputed to go faster."
 	icon_state = "redtag"
-	item_state = "tdred"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tdred", slot_l_hand_str = "tdred")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO
 	allowed = list (/obj/item/weapon/gun/energy/lasertag/red)
@@ -37,14 +37,14 @@
 	name = "pirate coat"
 	desc = "Yarr."
 	icon_state = "pirate"
-	item_state = "greatcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greatcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "greatcoat")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/hgpirate
 	name = "pirate captain coat"
 	desc = "Yarr."
 	icon_state = "hgpirate"
-	item_state = "greatcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greatcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "greatcoat")
 	flags_inv = HIDEJUMPSUIT
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS|LEGS
 
@@ -60,19 +60,19 @@
 	name = "great coat"
 	desc = "A heavy great coat"
 	icon_state = "gentlecoat"
-	item_state = "greatcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greatcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "greatcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/johnny_coat
 	name = "johnny~~ coat"
 	desc = "Johnny~~"
 	icon_state = "gentlecoat"
-	item_state = "johnny_coat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "johnny_coat", slot_l_hand_str = "johnny_coat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/justice
 	name = "justice suit"
 	desc = "This pretty much looks ridiculous."
 	icon_state = "gentle_coat"
-	item_state = "greatcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greatcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "greatcoat")
 	flags_inv = HIDEGLOVES|HIDESHOES|HIDEJUMPSUIT
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS|HANDS|LEGS|FEET
 
@@ -88,7 +88,7 @@
 	name = "waistcoat"
 	desc = "For some classy, murderous fun."
 	icon_state = "vest"
-	item_state = "wcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "wcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "wcoat")
 	blood_overlay_type = "armor"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO
 
@@ -111,7 +111,7 @@
 	name = "Hastur's Robes"
 	desc = "Robes not meant to be worn by man"
 	icon_state = "hastur"
-	item_state = "rad"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "rad", slot_l_hand_str = "rad")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|FEET|ARMS
 	flags_inv = HIDEGLOVES|HIDESHOES|HIDEJUMPSUIT
 
@@ -134,7 +134,7 @@
 	name = "Monkey Suit"
 	desc = "A suit that looks like a primate"
 	icon_state = "monkeysuit"
-	item_state = "brown_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "brown_jacket")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|FEET|HANDS
 	flags_inv = HIDEGLOVES|HIDESHOES|HIDEJUMPSUIT
 	siemens_coefficient = 2.0
@@ -143,7 +143,7 @@
 	name = "Holiday Priest"
 	desc = "This is a nice holiday my son."
 	icon_state = "holidaypriest"
-	item_state = "labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "labcoat")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|ARMS
 	flags_inv = HIDEJUMPSUIT
 
@@ -168,7 +168,7 @@
 	name = "worn shirt"
 	desc = "A worn out, curiously comfortable t-shirt with a picture of Ian. You wouldn't go so far as to say it feels like being hugged when you wear it but it's pretty close. Good for sleeping in."
 	icon_state = "ianshirt"
-	item_state = "labcoat" //placeholder -S2-
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "labcoat") //placeholder -S2-
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 /*
@@ -178,25 +178,25 @@
 	name = "leather coat"
 	desc = "A long, thick black leather coat."
 	icon_state = "leathercoat_alt"
-	item_state = "leather_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "leather_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "leather_jacket")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/leathercoat/sec
 	name = "leather coat"
 	desc = "A long, thick black leather coat."
 	icon_state = "leathercoat_sec"
-	item_state = "leather_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "leather_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "leather_jacket")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/browncoat
 	name = "brown leather coat"
 	desc = "A long, brown leather coat."
 	icon_state = "browncoat"
-	item_state = "brown_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "brown_jacket")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/neocoat
 	name = "black coat"
 	desc = "A flowing, black coat."
 	icon_state = "neocoat"
-	item_state = "leather_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "leather_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "leather_jacket")
 	
 /*
  * stripper
@@ -205,21 +205,21 @@
 	name = "pink skimpy dress"
 	desc = "A rather skimpy pink dress."
 	icon_state = "stripper_p_over"
-	item_state = "pink_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "pink_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "pink_labcoat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 1
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/stripper/stripper_green
 	name = "green skimpy dress"
 	desc = "A rather skimpy green dress."
 	icon_state = "stripper_g_over"
-	item_state = "green_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "green_labcoat")
 	siemens_coefficient = 1
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/xenos
 	name = "xenos suit"
 	desc = "A suit made out of chitinous alien hide."
 	icon_state = "xenos"
-	item_state = "black_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "black_suit")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|FEET|ARMS|HANDS
 	flags_inv = HIDEGLOVES|HIDESHOES|HIDEJUMPSUIT
 	siemens_coefficient = 2.0
@@ -281,37 +281,37 @@
 	name = "puffer jacket"
 	desc = "A thick jacket with a rubbery, water-resistant shell."
 	icon_state = "pufferjacket"
-	item_state = "chainmail"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "chainmail", slot_l_hand_str = "chainmail")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/jacket/puffer/vest
 	name = "puffer vest"
 	desc = "A thick vest with a rubbery, water-resistant shell."
 	icon_state = "puffervest"
-	item_state = "chainmail"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "chainmail", slot_l_hand_str = "chainmail")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/miljacket
 	name = "military jacket"
 	desc = "A canvas jacket styled after classical American military garb. Feels sturdy, yet comfortable."
 	icon_state = "militaryjacket_nobadge"
-	item_state = "suit_olive"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_olive", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_olive")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/miljacket/alt
 	name = "military jacket"
 	desc = "A canvas jacket styled after classical American military garb. Feels sturdy, yet comfortable."
 	icon_state = "militaryjacket_badge"
-	item_state = "suit_olive"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_olive", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_olive")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/miljacket/green
 	name = "military jacket"
 	desc = "A dark green canvas jacket. Feels sturdy, yet comfortable."
 	icon_state = "militaryjacket_green"
-	item_state = "militaryjacket_green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_olive", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_olive")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/bomber
 	name = "bomber jacket"
 	desc = "A thick, well-worn WW2 leather bomber jacket."
 	icon_state = "bomber"
-	item_state = "brown_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "brown_jacket")
 	icon_open = "bomber_open"
 	icon_closed = "bomber"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
@@ -323,7 +323,7 @@
 	name = "bomber jacket"
 	desc = "A thick, well-worn WW2 leather bomber jacket."
 	icon_state = "bomberjacket_new"
-	item_state = "brown_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "brown_jacket")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
 	cold_protection = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
 	min_cold_protection_temperature = T0C - 20
@@ -337,19 +337,19 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/leather_jacket/alt
 	icon_state = "leather_jacket_alt"
-	item_state = "leather_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "leather_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "leather_jacket")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/leather_jacket/nanotrasen
 	desc = "A black leather coat. A corporate logo is proudly displayed on the back."
 	icon_state = "leather_jacket_nt"
-	item_state = "leather_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "leather_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "leather_jacket")
 
 //This one has buttons for some reason
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/brown_jacket
 	name = "brown jacket"
 	desc = "A brown leather coat."
 	icon_state = "brown_jacket"
-	item_state = "brown_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "brown_jacket")
 	icon_open = "brown_jacket_open"
 	icon_closed = "brown_jacket"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|ARMS
@@ -357,7 +357,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/brown_jacket/nanotrasen
 	desc = "A brown leather coat. A corporate logo is proudly displayed on the back."
 	icon_state = "brown_jacket_nt"
-	item_state = "brown_jacket"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "brown_jacket", slot_l_hand_str = "brown_jacket")
 	icon_open = "brown_jacket_nt_open"
 	icon_closed = "brown_jacket_nt"
 
@@ -365,7 +365,7 @@
 	name = "grey hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, grey sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "grey_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_grey", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_grey")
 	icon_open = "grey_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "grey_hoodie"
 	min_cold_protection_temperature = T0C - 20
@@ -375,7 +375,7 @@
 	name = "black hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, black sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "black_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_black", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_black")
 	icon_open = "black_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "black_hoodie"
 
@@ -383,7 +383,7 @@
 	name = "red hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, red sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "red_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_red", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_red")
 	icon_open = "red_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "red_hoodie"
 
@@ -391,7 +391,7 @@
 	name = "blue hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, blue sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "blue_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_blue")
 	icon_open = "blue_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "blue_hoodie"
 
@@ -399,7 +399,7 @@
 	name = "green hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, green sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "green_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_olive" //idc
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_olive", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_olive")
 	icon_open = "green_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "green_hoodie"
 
@@ -407,7 +407,7 @@
 	name = "orange hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, orange sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "orange_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_orange"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_orange", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_orange")
 	icon_open = "orange_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "orange_hoodie"
 
@@ -415,7 +415,7 @@
 	name = "yellow hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, yellow sweatshirt."
 	icon_state = "yellow_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_yellow"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_yellow", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_yellow")
 	icon_open = "yellow_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "yellow_hoodie"
 
@@ -423,7 +423,7 @@
 	name = "CTI hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, black sweatshirt.  It bears the letters CTI on the back, a lettering to the prestigious university in Tau Ceti, Ceti Technical Institute.  There is a blue supernova embroidered on the front, the emblem of CTI."
 	icon_state = "cti_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_black", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_black")
 	icon_open = "cti_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "cti_hoodie"
 
@@ -431,7 +431,7 @@
 	name = "mojave university hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, gray sweatshirt.  It bears the letters MU on the front, a lettering to the well-known public college, Mojave University."
 	icon_state = "mu_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_grey", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_grey")
 	icon_open = "mu_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "mu_hoodie"
 
@@ -439,7 +439,7 @@
 	name = "NT hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, blue sweatshirt.  It proudly bears the silver NanoTrasen insignia lettering on the back.  The edges are trimmed with silver."
 	icon_state = "nt_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_blue")
 	icon_open = "nt_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "nt_hoodie"
 
@@ -447,7 +447,7 @@
 	name = "Space Mountain Wind hoodie"
 	desc = "A warm, black sweatshirt.  It has the logo for the popular softdrink Space Mountain Wind on both the front and the back."
 	icon_state = "smw_hoodie"
-	item_state = "suit_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_black", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_black")
 	icon_open = "smw_hoodie_open"
 	icon_closed = "smw_hoodie"
 
@@ -455,7 +455,7 @@
 	name = "white dress"
 	desc = "A fancy white dress."
 	icon_state = "white_dress"
-	item_state = "white_dress"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white_dress", slot_l_hand_str = "white_dress")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS
 	flags_inv = HIDEJUMPSUIT
 
@@ -463,7 +463,7 @@
 	name = "carp costume"
 	desc = "A costume made from 'synthetic' carp scales, it smells."
 	icon_state = "carp_casual"
-	item_state = "carp_casual" //Does not exist -S2-
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "carp_casual", slot_l_hand_str = "carp_casual") //Does not exist -S2-
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	cold_protection = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_SUIT_MIN_COLD_PROTECTION_TEMPERATURE	//Space carp like space, so you should too
@@ -474,7 +474,8 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/head/carp_hood
 	name = "carp hood"
 	desc = "A hood attached to a carp costume."
-	icon_state = "carp_casual" //Does not exist -S2-
+	icon_state = "carp_casual"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "carp_casual", slot_l_hand_str = "carp_casual") //Does not exist -S2-
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD
 	cold_protection = HEAD
 	min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_SUIT_MIN_COLD_PROTECTION_TEMPERATURE
@@ -483,7 +484,7 @@
 	name = "corgi costume"
 	desc = "A costume that looks like someone made a human-like corgi, it won't guarantee belly rubs."
 	icon_state = "ian"
-	item_state = "ian" //Does not exist -S2-
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ian", slot_l_hand_str = "ian") //Does not exist -S2-
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	//cold_protection = CHEST|GROIN|ARMS
 	//min_cold_protection_temperature = FIRE_SUIT_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
@@ -495,7 +496,7 @@
 	name = "corgi hood"
 	desc = "A hood that looks just like a corgi's head, it won't guarantee dog biscuits."
 	icon_state = "ian"
-	item_state = "ian" //Does not exist -S2-
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ian", slot_l_hand_str = "ian") //Does not exist -S2-
 	body_parts_covered = HEAD
 	//cold_protection = HEAD
 	//min_cold_protection_temperature = FIRE_SUIT_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
@@ -504,7 +505,7 @@
 	name = "winter coat"
 	desc = "A heavy jacket made from 'synthetic' animal furs."
 	icon_state = "coatwinter"
-	item_state = "coatwinter"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatwinter", slot_l_hand_str = "coatwinter")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	cold_protection = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_SUIT_MIN_COLD_PROTECTION_TEMPERATURE
@@ -525,59 +526,59 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/captain
 	name = "captain's winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatcaptain"
-	item_state = "coatcaptain"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatcaptain", slot_l_hand_str = "coatcaptain")
 	armor = list(melee = 20, bullet = 15, laser = 20, energy = 10, bomb = 15, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/security
 	name = "security winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatsecurity"
-	item_state = "coatsecurity"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatsecurity", slot_l_hand_str = "coatsecurity")
 	armor = list(melee = 25, bullet = 20, laser = 20, energy = 15, bomb = 20, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/medical
 	name = "medical winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatmedical"
-	item_state = "coatmedical"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatmedical", slot_l_hand_str = "coatmedical")
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 50, rad = 0)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/science
 	name = "science winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatscience"
-	item_state = "coatscience"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatscience", slot_l_hand_str = "coatscience")
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 10, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/engineering
 	name = "engineering winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatengineer"
-	item_state = "coatengineer"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatengineer", slot_l_hand_str = "coatengineer")
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0, energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 20)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/engineering/atmos
 	name = "atmospherics winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatatmos"
-	item_state = "coatatmos"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatatmos", slot_l_hand_str = "coatatmos")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/hydro
 	name = "hydroponics winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coathydro"
-	item_state = "coathydro"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coathydro", slot_l_hand_str = "coathydro")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/cargo
 	name = "cargo winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatcargo"
-	item_state = "coatcargo"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatcargo", slot_l_hand_str = "coatcargo")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/hooded/wintercoat/miner
 	name = "mining winter coat"
 	icon_state = "coatminer"
-	item_state = "coatminer"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "coatminer", slot_l_hand_str = "coatminer")
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0, energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/varsity
 	name = "black varsity jacket"
 	desc = "A favorite of jocks everywhere from Sol to Nyx."
 	icon_state = "varsity"
-	item_state = "suit_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_black", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_black")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/varsity/red
 	name = "red varsity jacket"
@@ -606,35 +607,35 @@
 	name = "track jacket"
 	desc = "a track jacket, for the athletic."
 	icon_state = "trackjacket"
-	item_state = "black_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "black_labcoat")
 	icon_open = "trackjacket_open"
 	icon_closed = "trackjacket"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/track/blue
 	name = "blue track jacket"
 	icon_state = "trackjacketblue"
-	item_state = "blue_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "blue_labcoat")
 	icon_open = "trackjacketblue_open"
 	icon_closed = "trackjacketblue"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/track/green
 	name = "green track jacket"
 	icon_state = "trackjacketgreen"
-	item_state = "green_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "green_labcoat")
 	icon_open = "trackjacketgreen_open"
 	icon_closed = "trackjacketgreen"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/track/red
 	name = "red track jacket"
 	icon_state = "trackjacketred"
-	item_state = "red_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "red_labcoat")
 	icon_open = "trackjacketred_open"
 	icon_closed = "trackjacketred"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/toggle/track/white
 	name = "white track jacket"
 	icon_state = "trackjacketwhite"
-	item_state = "labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "labcoat")
 	icon_open = "trackjacketwhite_open"
 	icon_closed = "trackjacketwhite"
 
@@ -644,7 +645,7 @@
 	name = "Flannel shirt"
 	desc = "A comfy, grey flannel shirt.  Unleash your inner hipster."
 	icon_state = "flannel"
-	item_state = "black_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "black_labcoat")
 	var/rolled = 0
 	var/tucked = 0
 	var/buttoned = 0
@@ -709,17 +710,17 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/flannel/red
 	desc = "A comfy, red flannel shirt.  Unleash your inner hipster."
 	icon_state = "flannel_red"
-	item_state = "red_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "red_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/flannel/aqua
 	desc = "A comfy, aqua flannel shirt.  Unleash your inner hipster."
 	icon_state = "flannel_aqua"
-	item_state = "blue_labcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue_labcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "blue_labcoat")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/storage/flannel/brown
 	desc = "A comfy, brown flannel shirt.  Unleash your inner hipster."
 	icon_state = "flannel_brown"
-	item_state = "johnny"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "johnny", slot_l_hand_str = "johnny")
 
 //Green Uniform
 
@@ -727,7 +728,7 @@
 	name = "green formal jacket"
 	desc = "A sleek proper formal jacket with gold buttons."
 	icon_state = "suitjacket_green_open"
-	item_state = "suit_olive"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "suit_olive", slot_l_hand_str = "suit_olive")
 	icon_open = "suitjacket_green_open"
 	icon_closed = "suitjacket_green"
 	blood_overlay_type = "coat"
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/utility.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/utility.dm
index 4adf81c675..e732a1318e 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/utility.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/utility.dm
@@ -32,7 +32,7 @@
 	name = "firesuit"
 	desc = "A suit that protects against extreme fire and heat."
 	//icon_state = "thermal"
-	item_state = "black_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "black_suit")
 	w_class = 4//bulky item
 	slowdown = 1.5
 
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/suits/wiz_robe.dm b/code/modules/clothing/suits/wiz_robe.dm
index 73f142f50d..ba04d4ca36 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/suits/wiz_robe.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/suits/wiz_robe.dm
@@ -42,7 +42,7 @@
 	name = "Gentlemans Cap"
 	desc = "A checkered gray flat cap woven together with the rarest of threads."
 	icon_state = "gentcap"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.8
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/wizrobe
@@ -88,14 +88,14 @@
 	name = "Gentlemans Coat"
 	desc = "A heavy threaded twead gray jacket. For a different sort of Gentleman."
 	icon_state = "gentlecoat"
-	item_state = "greatcoat"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "greatcoat", slot_l_hand_str = "greatcoat")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/wizrobe/fake
 	name = "wizard robe"
 	desc = "A rather dull, blue robe meant to mimick real wizard robes."
 	icon_state = "wizard-fake"
-	item_state = "wizard"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "wizard", slot_l_hand_str = "wizard")
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 1.0
 
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/accessories/accessory.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/accessories/accessory.dm
index 611f451f2c..d3e539bad2 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/accessories/accessory.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/accessories/accessory.dm
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
 	desc = "A neosilk clip-on tie."
 	icon = 'icons/obj/clothing/ties.dmi'
 	icon_state = "bluetie"
-	item_state = ""	//no inhands
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "", slot_l_hand_str = "")
 	slot_flags = SLOT_TIE
 	w_class = 2.0
 	var/slot = "decor"
@@ -173,7 +173,6 @@
 				return
 	return ..(M,user)
 
-
 //Medals
 /obj/item/clothing/accessory/medal
 	name = "bronze medal"
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/color.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/color.dm
index 1c5c089a8e..9e6d0cb528 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/color.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/color.dm
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@
 	name = "black jumpskirt"
 	desc = "A slimming black jumpskirt."
 	icon_state = "blackjumpskirt"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "blackjumpskirt"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/color/blue
@@ -78,7 +78,7 @@
 	name = "lightblue jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A light blue jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "lightblue"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "lightblue"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -86,7 +86,7 @@
 	name = "aqua jumpsuit"
 	desc = "An aqua jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "aqua"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "aqua"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -101,7 +101,7 @@
 	name = "lightpurple jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A light purple jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "lightpurple"
-	item_state = "purple"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "purple", slot_l_hand_str = "purple")
 	worn_state = "lightpurple"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -109,7 +109,7 @@
 	name = "lightgreen jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A light green jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "lightgreen"
-	item_state = "green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green", slot_l_hand_str = "green")
 	worn_state = "lightgreen"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -124,7 +124,7 @@
 	name = "brown jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A brown jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "brown"
-	item_state = "lightbrown"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lightbrown", slot_l_hand_str = "lightbrown")
 	worn_state = "brown"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -132,7 +132,7 @@
 	name = "yellowgreen jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A... yellow green jumpsuit?"
 	icon_state = "yellowgreen"
-	item_state = "yellow"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "yellow", slot_l_hand_str = "yellow")
 	worn_state = "yellowgreen"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -140,7 +140,7 @@
 	name = "darkblue jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A dark blue jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "darkblue"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "darkblue"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -148,7 +148,7 @@
 	name = "lightred jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A light red jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "lightred"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "lightred"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -156,6 +156,6 @@
 	name = "darkred jumpsuit"
 	desc = "A dark red jumpsuit."
 	icon_state = "darkred"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "darkred"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/civilian.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/civilian.dm
index cd232f7878..133146783e 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/civilian.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/civilian.dm
@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@
 	name = "quartermaster's jumpsuit"
 	desc = "It's a jumpsuit worn by the quartermaster. It's specially designed to prevent back injuries caused by pushing paper."
 	icon_state = "qm"
-	item_state = "cargo"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cargo", slot_l_hand_str = "cargo")
 	worn_state = "qm"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -39,7 +39,7 @@
 	name = "cargo technician's jumpsuit"
 	desc = "Shooooorts! They're comfy and easy to wear!"
 	icon_state = "cargotech"
-	item_state = "cargo"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cargo", slot_l_hand_str = "cargo")
 	worn_state = "cargo"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
@@ -61,7 +61,7 @@
 	desc = "It's a black jumpsuit, often worn by religious folk."
 	name = "chaplain's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "chaplain"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "chapblack"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -90,7 +90,7 @@
 	desc = "A blue jacket and red tie, with matching red cuffs! Snazzy. Wearing this makes you feel more important than your job title does."
 	name = "head of personnel's suit"
 	icon_state = "hopwhimsy"
-	item_state = "hop"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "hop", slot_l_hand_str = "hop")
 	worn_state = "hopwhimsy"
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -98,7 +98,7 @@
 	desc = "It's a jumpsuit designed to protect against minor plant-related hazards."
 	name = "botanist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "hydroponics"
-	item_state = "green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green", slot_l_hand_str = "green")
 	worn_state = "hydroponics"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
@@ -107,7 +107,7 @@
 	desc = "The plain, professional attire of an Internal Affairs Agent. The collar is <i>immaculately</i> starched."
 	name = "Internal Affairs uniform"
 	icon_state = "internalaffairs"
-	item_state = "ba_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ba_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "ba_suit")
 	worn_state = "internalaffairs"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/black)
@@ -131,7 +131,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/under/lawyer/female
 	name = "black Lawyer suit"
 	icon_state = "black_suit_fem"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "black_suit_fem"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/lawyer/red
@@ -148,28 +148,28 @@
 	name = "Blue Suit"
 	desc = "A classy suit."
 	icon_state = "bluesuit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_blue")
 	worn_state = "bluesuit"
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/red)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/lawyer/purpsuit
 	name = "Purple Suit"
 	icon_state = "lawyer_purp"
-	item_state = "purple"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "purple", slot_l_hand_str = "purple")
 	worn_state = "lawyer_purp"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/lawyer/oldman
 	name = "Old Man's Suit"
 	desc = "A classic suit for the older gentleman with built in back support."
 	icon_state = "oldman"
-	item_state = "johnny"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "johnny", slot_l_hand_str = "johnny")
 	worn_state = "oldman"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/librarian
 	name = "sensible suit"
 	desc = "It's very... sensible."
 	icon_state = "red_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_red", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_red")
 	worn_state = "red_suit"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/mime
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/medsci.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/medsci.dm
index c7632b021c..97c672d86a 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/medsci.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/medsci.dm
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@
 	desc = "A dress suit and slacks stained with hard work and dedication to science. Perhaps other things as well, but mostly hard work and dedication."
 	name = "head researcher uniform"
 	icon_state = "rdalt"
-	item_state = "director"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "director", slot_l_hand_str = "director")
 	worn_state = "rdalt"
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
 
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. It has markings that denote the wearer as a scientist."
 	name = "scientist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "science"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "sciencewhite"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 10, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that gives special protection against biohazards. It has a chemist rank stripe on it."
 	name = "chemist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "chemistry"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "chemistrywhite"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@
 	desc = "It's a jumpsuit worn by those with the experience to be \"Chief Medical Officer\". It provides minor biological protection."
 	name = "chief medical officer's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "cmo"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "cmo"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -61,7 +61,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that gives special protection against biohazards. It has a genetics rank stripe on it."
 	name = "geneticist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "genetics"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "geneticswhite"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -71,7 +71,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that gives special protection against biohazards. It has a virologist rank stripe on it."
 	name = "virologist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "virology"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "virologywhite"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -91,7 +91,7 @@
 	desc = "A dress commonly worn by the nursing staff in the medical department."
 	name = "nurse's dress"
 	icon_state = "nurse"
-	item_state = "nursesuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "nursesuit", slot_l_hand_str = "nursesuit")
 	worn_state = "nurse"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -102,7 +102,7 @@
 	desc = "A white suit to be worn by medical attendants."
 	name = "orderly's uniform"
 	icon_state = "orderly"
-	item_state = "nursesuit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "nursesuit", slot_l_hand_str = "nursesuit")
 	worn_state = "orderly"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -112,7 +112,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. It has a cross on the chest denoting that the wearer is trained medical personnel."
 	name = "medical doctor's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "medical"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "medical"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -122,7 +122,7 @@
 	name = "short sleeve medical jumpsuit"
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. This one has a cross on the chest denoting that the wearer is trained medical personnel."
 	icon_state = "medical_short"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -130,7 +130,7 @@
 	name = "medical scrubs"
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. This one is in baby blue."
 	icon_state = "scrubsblue"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "scrubsblue"
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -138,7 +138,7 @@
 	name = "medical scrubs"
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. This one is in dark green."
 	icon_state = "scrubsgreen"
-	item_state = "green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green", slot_l_hand_str = "green")
 	worn_state = "scrubsgreen"
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -146,7 +146,7 @@
 	name = "medical scrubs"
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. This one is in deep purple."
 	icon_state = "scrubspurple"
-	item_state = "purple"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "purple", slot_l_hand_str = "purple")
 	worn_state = "scrubspurple"
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -154,7 +154,7 @@
 	name = "medical scrubs"
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. This one is in black."
 	icon_state = "scrubsblack"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "scrubsblack"
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -162,7 +162,7 @@
 	name = "medical scrubs"
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber that provides minor protection against biohazards. This one is in navy blue."
 	icon_state = "scrubsnavyblue"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "scrubsnavyblue"
 	rolled_sleeves = -1
 
@@ -170,14 +170,14 @@
 	desc = "A basic white jumpsuit. It has turqouise markings that denote the wearer as a psychiatrist."
 	name = "psychiatrist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "psych"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "psych"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/rank/psych/turtleneck
 	desc = "A turqouise turtleneck and a pair of dark blue slacks, belonging to a psychologist."
 	name = "psychologist's turtleneck"
 	icon_state = "psychturtle"
-	item_state = "psyche"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "psyche", slot_l_hand_str = "psyche")
 	worn_state = "psychturtle"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -188,7 +188,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber which provides minor protection against biohazards."
 	name = "geneticist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "genetics_new"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "genetics_new"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -198,7 +198,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a special fiber which provides minor protection against biohazards."
 	name = "chemist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "chemist_new"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "chemist_new"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
@@ -208,7 +208,7 @@
 	desc = "Made of a special fiber that gives special protection against biohazards and small explosions."
 	name = "scientist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "scientist_new"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "scientist_new"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 10, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -218,7 +218,7 @@
 	desc = "Made of a special fiber that gives increased protection against biohazards."
 	name = "virologist's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "virologist_new"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 	worn_state = "virologist_new"
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.50
 	armor = list(melee = 0, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 10, rad = 0)
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/security.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/security.dm
index 961a3022e5..523c12f0e1 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/security.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/jobs/security.dm
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@
 	desc = "It's made of a slightly sturdier material than standard jumpsuits, to allow for more robust protection. It has the word \"Warden\" written on the shoulders."
 	name = "warden's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "warden"
-	item_state = "red" //Red should be just fine -S2-
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "warden"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
@@ -28,7 +28,7 @@
 	name = "security officer's jumpsuit"
 	desc = "It's made of a slightly sturdier material than standard jumpsuits, to allow for robust protection."
 	icon_state = "security"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "secred"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
@@ -38,7 +38,7 @@
 	name = "dispatcher's uniform"
 	desc = "A dress shirt and khakis with a security patch sewn on."
 	icon_state = "dispatch"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	worn_state = "dispatch"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS
@@ -48,7 +48,7 @@
 	name = "security officer's uniform"
 	desc = "It's made of a slightly sturdier material, to allow for robust protection."
 	icon_state = "redshirt2"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "redshirt2"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
@@ -56,13 +56,13 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/rank/security/corp
 	icon_state = "sec_corporate"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "sec_corporate"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/rank/warden/corp
 	icon_state = "warden_corporate"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "warden_corporate"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -70,7 +70,7 @@
 	name = "tactical jumpsuit"
 	desc = "It's made of a slightly sturdier material than standard jumpsuits, to allow for robust protection."
 	icon_state = "swatunder"
-	item_state = "green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green", slot_l_hand_str = "green")
 	worn_state = "swatunder"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 5, laser = 5,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.9
@@ -109,14 +109,14 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/under/det/black
 	icon_state = "detective3"
 	worn_state = "detective3"
-	item_state = "sl_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sl_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "sl_suit")
 	desc = "An immaculate white dress shirt, paired with a pair of dark grey dress pants, a red tie, and a charcoal vest."
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/red_long, /obj/item/clothing/accessory/vest)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/det/corporate
 	name = "detective's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "det_corporate"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "det_corporate"
 	desc = "A more modern uniform for corporate investigators."
 
@@ -141,7 +141,7 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/det/grey
 	icon_state = "detective2"
-	item_state = "detective"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "detective", slot_l_hand_str = "detective")
 	desc = "A grey fedora - either the cornerstone of a detective's style or a poor attempt at looking cool, depending on the person wearing it."
 
 /*
@@ -151,7 +151,7 @@
 	desc = "It's a jumpsuit worn by those few with the dedication to achieve the position of \"Head of Security\". It has additional armor to protect the wearer."
 	name = "head of security's jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "hos"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "hosred"
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.8
@@ -159,7 +159,7 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/rank/head_of_security/corp
 	icon_state = "hos_corporate"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "hos_corporate"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -174,7 +174,7 @@
 	name = "Dermal Armour Patch"
 	desc = "You're not quite sure how you manage to take it on and off, but it implants nicely in your head."
 	icon_state = "dermal"
-	item_state = ""
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "", slot_l_hand_str = "")
 	siemens_coefficient = 0.6
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/hos
@@ -209,7 +209,7 @@
 	name = "security officer's uniform"
 	desc = "The latest in fashionable security outfits."
 	icon_state = "officerblueclothes"
-	item_state = "ba_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ba_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "ba_suit")
 	worn_state = "officerblueclothes"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -217,7 +217,7 @@
 	desc = "The insignia on this uniform tells you that this uniform belongs to the Head of Security."
 	name = "head of security's uniform"
 	icon_state = "hosblueclothes"
-	item_state = "ba_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ba_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "ba_suit")
 	worn_state = "hosblueclothes"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -225,6 +225,6 @@
 	desc = "The insignia on this uniform tells you that this uniform belongs to the Warden."
 	name = "warden's uniform"
 	icon_state = "wardenblueclothes"
-	item_state = "ba_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "ba_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "ba_suit")
 	worn_state = "wardenblueclothes"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/miscellaneous.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/miscellaneous.dm
index b14d7bbb14..751ada4a00 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/miscellaneous.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/miscellaneous.dm
@@ -3,20 +3,20 @@
 	desc = "Sleepwear."
 	icon_state = "red_pyjamas"
 	worn_state = "red_pyjamas"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/pj/blue
 	name = "blue pj's"
 	desc = "Sleepwear."
 	icon_state = "blue_pyjamas"
 	worn_state = "blue_pyjamas"
-	item_state = "white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "white", slot_l_hand_str = "white")
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/captain_fly
 	name = "rogue's uniform"
 	desc = "For the man who doesn't care because he's still free."
 	icon_state = "captain_fly"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "captain_fly"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/scratch
@@ -43,7 +43,7 @@
 	name = "mailman's jumpsuit"
 	desc = "<i>'Special delivery!'</i>"
 	icon_state = "mailman"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "mailman"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@
 	name = "sexy-clown suit"
 	desc = "It makes you look HONKable!"
 	icon_state = "sexyclown"
-	item_state = "clown"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "clown", slot_l_hand_str = "clown")
 	worn_state = "sexyclown"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO
 	rolled_sleeves = -1 //Please never
@@ -60,7 +60,7 @@
 	name = "vice officer's jumpsuit"
 	desc = "It's the standard issue pretty-boy outfit, as seen on Holo-Vision."
 	icon_state = "vice"
-	item_state = "grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "grey", slot_l_hand_str = "grey")
 	worn_state = "vice"
 
 //This set of uniforms looks fairly fancy and is generally used for high-ranking NT personnel from what I've seen, so lets give them appropriate ranks.
@@ -68,7 +68,7 @@
 	desc = "Gold trim on space-black cloth, this uniform displays the rank of \"Captain.\""
 	name = "\improper Officer's Dress Uniform"
 	icon_state = "officer"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "officer"
 	displays_id = 0
 
@@ -76,7 +76,7 @@
 	desc = "Gold trim on space-black cloth, this uniform displays the rank of \"Admiral.\""
 	name = "\improper Officer's Dress Uniform"
 	icon_state = "officer"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "officer"
 	displays_id = 0
 
@@ -84,7 +84,7 @@
 	desc = "Gold trim on space-black cloth, this uniform displays the rank of \"Admiral-Executive.\""
 	name = "\improper Officer's Dress Uniform"
 	icon_state = "centcom"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "centcom"
 	displays_id = 0
 
@@ -92,14 +92,14 @@
 	name = "ERT tactical uniform"
 	desc = "A short-sleeved black uniform, paired with grey digital-camo cargo pants. It looks very tactical."
 	icon_state = "ert_uniform"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "ert_uniform"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/gov
 	desc = "A neat proper uniform of someone on offical business. The plain, professional attire of an Internal Affairs Agent. The collar is <i>immaculately</i> starched."
 	name = "Green formal uniform"
 	icon_state = "greensuit"
-	item_state = "centcom"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "centcom", slot_l_hand_str = "centcom")
 	worn_state = "greensuit"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/darkgreen)
@@ -120,7 +120,7 @@
 /obj/item/clothing/under/acj
 	name = "administrative cybernetic jumpsuit"
 	icon_state = "syndicate"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "syndicate"
 	desc = "it's a cybernetically enhanced jumpsuit used for administrative duties."
 	gas_transfer_coefficient = 0.01
@@ -153,7 +153,7 @@
 	name = "dark undersuit"
 	desc = "A thick, layered grey undersuit lined with power cables. Feels a little like wearing an electrical storm."
 	icon_state = "psysuit"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "psysuit"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS|FEET|ARMS|HANDS
 
@@ -161,7 +161,7 @@
 	name = "gentlemans suit"
 	desc = "A silk black shirt with a white tie and a matching gray vest and slacks. Feels proper."
 	icon_state = "gentlesuit"
-	item_state = "grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "grey", slot_l_hand_str = "grey")
 	worn_state = "gentlesuit"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -169,49 +169,49 @@
 	name = "captain's suit"
 	desc = "A green suit and yellow necktie. Exemplifies authority."
 	icon_state = "green_suit"
-	item_state = "centcom"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "centcom", slot_l_hand_str = "centcom")
 	worn_state = "green_suit"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/gimmick/rank/head_of_personnel/suit
 	name = "head of personnel's suit"
 	desc = "A teal suit and yellow necktie. An authoritative yet tacky ensemble."
 	icon_state = "teal_suit"
-	item_state = "green"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "green", slot_l_hand_str = "green")
 	worn_state = "teal_suit"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket
 	name = "black suit"
 	desc = "A black suit and red tie. Very formal."
 	icon_state = "black_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "black_suit"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket/really_black
 	name = "executive suit"
 	desc = "A formal black suit and red tie, intended for the station's finest."
 	icon_state = "really_black_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "black_suit"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket/female
 	name = "executive suit"
 	desc = "A formal trouser suit for women, intended for the station's finest."
 	icon_state = "black_suit_fem"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "black_suit_fem"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket/red
 	name = "red suit"
 	desc = "A red suit and blue tie. Somewhat formal."
 	icon_state = "red_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_red", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_red")
 	worn_state = "red_suit"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/schoolgirl
 	name = "schoolgirl uniform"
 	desc = "It's just like one of my Japanese animes!"
 	icon_state = "schoolgirl"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	worn_state = "schoolgirl"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO
 
@@ -219,14 +219,14 @@
 	name = "laborer's overalls"
 	desc = "A set of durable overalls for getting the job done."
 	icon_state = "overalls"
-	item_state = "cargo"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cargo", slot_l_hand_str = "cargo")
 	worn_state = "overalls"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/pirate
 	name = "pirate outfit"
 	desc = "Yarr."
 	icon_state = "pirate"
-	item_state = "sl_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "sl_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "sl_suit")
 	worn_state = "pirate"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|LEGS
 
@@ -234,14 +234,14 @@
 	name = "soviet uniform"
 	desc = "For the Motherland!"
 	icon_state = "soviet"
-	item_state = "grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "grey", slot_l_hand_str = "grey")
 	worn_state = "soviet"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/redcoat
 	name = "redcoat uniform"
 	desc = "Looks old."
 	icon_state = "redcoat"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "redcoat"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/kilt
@@ -255,7 +255,7 @@
 	name = "sexy mime outfit"
 	desc = "The only time when you DON'T enjoy looking at someone's rack."
 	icon_state = "sexymime"
-	item_state = "mime"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "mime", slot_l_hand_str = "mime")
 	worn_state = "sexymime"
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO
 	rolled_sleeves = -1 //Please never
@@ -264,7 +264,7 @@
 	name = "gladiator uniform"
 	desc = "Are you not entertained? Is that not why you are here?"
 	icon_state = "gladiator"
-	item_state = "yellow"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "yellow", slot_l_hand_str = "yellow")
 	worn_state = "gladiator"
 	body_parts_covered = LOWER_TORSO
 
@@ -284,7 +284,7 @@
 	name = "black tango dress"
 	desc = "Filled with Latin fire."
 	icon_state = "black_tango_alt"
-	item_state = "black_tango"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black_tango", slot_l_hand_str = "black_tango")
 	worn_state = "black_tango_alt"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/dress/stripeddress
@@ -351,7 +351,7 @@
 	name = "saloon girl dress"
 	desc = "A old western inspired gown for the girl who likes to drink."
 	icon_state = "dress_saloon"
-	item_state = "dress_white"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "dress_white", slot_l_hand_str = "dress_white")
 	worn_state = "dress_saloon"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/dress/dress_cap
@@ -435,35 +435,35 @@
 	name = "captain's formal uniform"
 	desc = "A captain's formal-wear, for special occasions."
 	icon_state = "captain_formal"
-	item_state = "lawyer_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_blue")
 	worn_state = "captain_formal"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/hosformalmale
 	name = "head of security's formal uniform"
 	desc = "A male head of security's formal-wear, for special occasions."
 	icon_state = "hos_formal_male"
-	item_state = "lawyer_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_red", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_red")
 	worn_state = "hos_formal_male"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/hosformalfem
 	name = "head of security's formal uniform"
 	desc = "A female head of security's formal-wear, for special occasions."
 	icon_state = "hos_formal_fem"
-	item_state = "lawyer_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_red", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_red")
 	worn_state = "hos_formal_fem"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/assistantformal
 	name = "assistant's formal uniform"
 	desc = "An assistant's formal-wear. Why an assistant needs formal-wear is still unknown."
 	icon_state = "assistant_formal"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "assistant_formal"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/suit_jacket/charcoal
 	name = "charcoal suit"
 	desc = "A charcoal suit and red tie. Very professional."
 	icon_state = "charcoal_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "charcoal_suit"
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/navy, /obj/item/clothing/accessory/charcoal_jacket)
 
@@ -471,7 +471,7 @@
 	name = "navy suit"
 	desc = "A navy suit and red tie, intended for the station's finest."
 	icon_state = "navy_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_blue")
 	worn_state = "navy_suit"
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/red, /obj/item/clothing/accessory/navy_jacket)
 
@@ -479,7 +479,7 @@
 	name = "burgundy suit"
 	desc = "A burgundy suit and black tie. Somewhat formal."
 	icon_state = "burgundy_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_red", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_red")
 	worn_state = "burgundy_suit"
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/black, /obj/item/clothing/accessory/burgundy_jacket)
 
@@ -487,7 +487,7 @@
 	name = "checkered suit"
 	desc = "That's a very nice suit you have there. Shame if something were to happen to it, eh?"
 	icon_state = "checkered_suit"
-	item_state = "lawyer_black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_black", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_black")
 	worn_state = "checkered_suit"
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/black, /obj/item/clothing/accessory/checkered_jacket)
 
@@ -495,7 +495,7 @@
 	name = "tan suit"
 	desc = "A tan suit. Smart, but casual."
 	icon_state = "tan_suit"
-	item_state = "tan_suit"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "tan_suit", slot_l_hand_str = "tan_suit")
 	worn_state = "tan_suit"
 	starting_accessories = list(/obj/item/clothing/accessory/yellow, /obj/item/clothing/accessory/tan_jacket)
 
@@ -503,7 +503,7 @@
 	name = "workman outfit"
 	desc = "The very image of a working man. Not that you're probably doing work."
 	icon_state = "mechanic"
-	item_state = "cargo"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "cargo", slot_l_hand_str = "cargo")
 	worn_state = "mechanic"
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
 
@@ -536,42 +536,42 @@
 	name = "blue blazer"
 	desc = "A bold but yet conservative outfit, red corduroys, navy blazer and a tie."
 	icon_state = "blue_blazer"
-	item_state = "lawyer_blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "lawyer_blue", slot_l_hand_str = "lawyer_blue")
 	worn_state = "blue_blazer"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/croptop
 	name = "crop top"
 	desc = "A shirt that has had the top cropped. This one is NT sponsored."
 	icon_state = "croptop"
-	item_state = "grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "grey", slot_l_hand_str = "grey")
 	worn_state = "croptop"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/croptop/red
 	name = "red crop top"
 	desc = "A red shirt that has had the top cropped."
 	icon_state = "croptop_red"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "croptop_red"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/croptop/grey
 	name = "grey crop top"
 	desc = "A grey shirt that has had the top cropped."
 	icon_state = "croptop_grey"
-	item_state = "grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "grey", slot_l_hand_str = "grey")
 	worn_state = "croptop_grey"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/cuttop
 	name = "grey cut top"
 	desc = "A grey shirt that has had the top cut low."
 	icon_state = "cuttop"
-	item_state = "grey"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "grey", slot_l_hand_str = "grey")
 	worn_state = "cuttop"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/cuttop/red
 	name = "red cut top"
 	desc = "A red shirt that has had the top cut low."
 	icon_state = "cuttop_red"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	worn_state = "cuttop_red"
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/harness
@@ -658,14 +658,14 @@
 	name = "blue pyjamas"
 	desc = "Slightly old-fashioned sleepwear."
 	icon_state = "blue_pyjamas"
-	item_state = "blue"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "blue", slot_l_hand_str = "blue")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS|LEGS
 
 /obj/item/clothing/under/redpyjamas
 	name = "red pyjamas"
 	desc = "Slightly old-fashioned sleepwear."
 	icon_state = "red_pyjamas"
-	item_state = "red"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "red", slot_l_hand_str = "red")
 	body_parts_covered = UPPER_TORSO|LOWER_TORSO|ARMS|LEGS
 	
 /obj/item/clothing/under/stripper
diff --git a/code/modules/clothing/under/syndicate.dm b/code/modules/clothing/under/syndicate.dm
index 0f40310572..5b6ca2d039 100644
--- a/code/modules/clothing/under/syndicate.dm
+++ b/code/modules/clothing/under/syndicate.dm
@@ -3,7 +3,7 @@
 	name = "tactical turtleneck"
 	desc = "It's some non-descript, slightly suspicious looking, civilian clothing."
 	icon_state = "syndicate"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "syndicate"
 	has_sensor = 0
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@
 	name = "combat turtleneck"
 	desc = "It's some non-descript, slightly suspicious looking, civilian clothing."
 	icon_state = "combat"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "combat"
 	has_sensor = 1
 	armor = list(melee = 10, bullet = 0, laser = 0,energy = 0, bomb = 0, bio = 0, rad = 0)
@@ -23,7 +23,7 @@
 	name = "\improper Tacticool turtleneck"
 	desc = "Just looking at it makes you want to buy an SKS, go into the woods, and -operate-."
 	icon_state = "tactifool"
-	item_state = "black"
+	item_state_slots = list(slot_r_hand_str = "black", slot_l_hand_str = "black")
 	worn_state = "tactifool"
 	siemens_coefficient = 1
 	rolled_sleeves = 0
diff --git a/icons/mob/hands.dmi b/icons/mob/hands.dmi
index 5d9dbd7ca9..b9fbe70b5e 100644
Binary files a/icons/mob/hands.dmi and b/icons/mob/hands.dmi differ
diff --git a/icons/mob/suit.dmi b/icons/mob/suit.dmi
index 3abe70cbef..0240f79f89 100644
Binary files a/icons/mob/suit.dmi and b/icons/mob/suit.dmi differ