The Great Gatsby Inspired Fashion
The Great Gatsby is one one of my most favorite books, written by my favorite author – F. Scott Fitzgerald. All throughout college I read this novel, (as I was an English major), and the depth & perspectives which I read it from allowed me to have an even deeper appreciation of the work of Fitzgerald.
The thing which I admired the most about this novel was the time in which it was written; the roaring 20’s…an era where flappers roamed the downtown streets, Jazz music rang in the ears of all, and high-end parties were always thrown in the Hamptons. The social and cultural features known as the Roaring Twenties began in the big cities such as Chicago, New Orleans, Los Angeles, New York City & Philadelphia, as well as, Paris and London.
But the most impeccable feature of this amazing era in American & worldwide history, was the fashion of the 20’s, one which is still evident in today’s time, though different elements.
The Great Gatsby is one one of my most favorite books, written by my favorite author – F. Scott Fitzgerald. All throughout college I read this novel, (as I was an English major), and the depth & perspectives which I read it from allowed me to have an even deeper appreciation of the work of Fitzgerald.
The thing which I admired the most about this novel was the time in which it was written; the roaring 20’s…an era where flappers roamed the downtown streets, Jazz music rang in the ears of all, and high-end parties were always thrown in the Hamptons.
The social and cultural features known as the Roaring Twenties began inthe big cities such as Chicago, New Orleans, Los Angeles, New York City & Philadelphia, as well as, Paris and London.
But the most impeccable feature of this amazing era in American & worldwide history, was the fashion of the 20’s, one which is still evident in today’s time, though different elements.
(Top Left: Lace-infused costumes, Top Right: Fur-costume, Bottom Right: Polka Dot-costumes, Bottom Left: Bright colored costumes, Bottom Right: Pastel shirts)
The styles of the 20’s which stood out the most were those of lace, pearls, polka dots, fur, pastel shirts. I looked through some of my favorite stores to shop & have shared with you some 1920’s looks found within our 2013’s stores! A lot of the price-points are well managed, but of course, I had to share some high-end finds as well!
Polka Dots:
Left – BCX Juniors Dress, Strapless Polka Dot A-Line, $19.99 (Macys.com)
Middle – Speechless Juniors Dress, Strapless Polkadot Metallic High-Low. $59.00 (Macys.com)
Right – Brioni Mini Dot Silk Tie, $200.00 (SaksFifthAvenue.com)
Bright Colors:
Left – iPhone Orange Croc Print Cell Case, $15 (CharmingCharlie.com)
Middle Top – Yellow Crossbody Bag, $18 (CharmingCharlie.com)
Middle Bottom – Pink Island Scarf, $15 (CharmingCharlie.com)
Right Top – Seafoam Spring Silicone Watch, $18 (CharmingCharlie.com)
Right Bottom – Gucci Bright Bit Patent Leather Clutch, $850.00 (SaksFifthAvenue.com)
Lace:
Left – Rhinestoned Lace Dress, $22.80 (Forever21.com)
Middle – Nicholas Kirkwood Lace Pumps, $78.00 (SaksFifthAvenue.com)
Right – DKNY Lace Dress, $31.99 (Macys.com)
Fur:
INC International Concepts Jacket, Faux-Leather-Sleeve & Faux-Fur, $159.50 (Macys.com)
Ted Baker London Crop Faux Fur Jacket, $219.00 (Nordstrom.com)
Pearl:
Top Left – Pearlescent Chain Necklace, $6.80 (Forever21.com)
Bottom Left – Pearl Bracelet, Cultured Freshwater Pearl (6-7mm) and Swarovski Elements (1/4 ct. t.w.) 5-Row Bracelet, $160 (Macys.com)
Top Right – Twisted Rhinestone Necklace, $8.80 (Forever21.com)
Bottom Right – Bonnie Jonas Crystal & Faux Pearl Ring, $32.00 (Nordstrom.com)
Men’s Pastel Shirts:
1MX Shirt, $59.90 (Express.com)
Calvin Klein Dress Shirt, X Solid Shirt Long Sleeve Shirt, $31.99 (Macys.com, available in most colors)