A jazz soundtrack, sequins, parties and of course flappers sum up the golden decade of the 1920’s. And in the current atmosphere of recession we could all use a little Twenties optimism in our life! Twenties fashion said hello to the bob haircut, the woman’s suit and feathered headpieces. It was the reigning era of Madamoiselle Coco Chanel. And like the lifestyle of the flappers the fashion challenged gender and social norms. Let a little Twenties naughtiness seep into your Naughties fashion.
As far as party frocks go you can’t go far without coming across a Twenties inspired piece. Look out for low wasted dresses and a little sequined embroidery or lace to get that Twenties feel. Capture that Twenties glam by adding a headpiece to a modern dress.
For day-to-day wear that just hints at the era accessorise with a Mary Jane style shoe, a jacket with a caped neckline or a sparkly brooch. A long string of pearls was very fashionable in the twenties nod to this with pearl clasped clutch bags, necklaces or rings for a modern edge.
Fashion tip: Yes, excess is fun but not when it comes to sequins! Wear only one sequined item at a time. Don’t match sequins with sequins or you risk blinding passers-by. Also when delving into era-based fashion trends choose ‘pieces’ not whole outfits.
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