We are less than a month away from our roaring ‘20s Best Of Party, happening June 12th at the Doordan Institute at Anne Arundel Medical Center.If you’re still in need of some outfit inspo, we’ve got you covered! Here are some 1920s fashion trends that will help you put together the perfect Gatsby-inspired ensemble:
Ladies, think “glitz and glam.” Art deco patterns and colors were all the rage in the 1920s. Try incorporating fringe, beading, gemstones, or feathers into your party attire.
No outfit is complete without proper accessorizing! For a true flapper-inspired look, try a beaded or feather headband. Long pearl necklaces, small beaded purses, long gloves, and drop earrings were also popular accessories for 1920s party wear.
The popular makeup trends of the ‘20s included smokey eye, rose-colored blush or rouge, and dark shades of red and pink lipstick. Short bobs were the popular haircut, often styled in Marcel or finger waves. If you don’t have short hair, no worries! There are plenty of ways you can put your own modern twist on classic 1920s hairdos.
For the guys, it’s all about class and sophistication. In the 1920s, men were introducing lighter and brighter colors into their wardrobe. Pinstripe or plaid three-piece suits were very popular, as well as striped dress shirts in a variety of colors (including tan, green, blue, lilac, and peach). In the summer, white or ivory suits were common, as well as white trousers and a navy blue blazer.
Complete the look with a two-tone art deco oxford shoe, suspenders, and a snazzy striped or polka dot bowtie. And, don’t forget the must-have 1920s men’s accessory: a hat. Popular styles included felt fedoras with wide brims, homburgs, and a classic straw boater or skimmer hat in the summer.
