1920s Fashion Revival

By Laura May. 3rd, 2012

Black leather look chain bag

This season think flapper dresses, lace and ladylike elegance for a classic yet sophisticated evening wardrobe that will never date. Monochrome styling and glamorous accessories will make you sure to stand out in this timeless trend.

Flapper dresses with gorgeous bead and tassel detailing are perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasions. Embroidered detailing will add to the feminine charms of this style and accessories should be kept to a minimum to avoid detracting from the sheer beauty of this dress. Simple black suede courts and a matching clutch will be all you need to turn heads. To keep this style firmly in the 1920s era try pin-curling your hair and add bold eyeliner for a fun and flirty look.

For a chic evening cover up a monochrome cardigan with rounded neckline and gold trim button will work perfectly with almost any outfit. A cropped length will still showcase your dress or skirt worn underneath. Fine wool material and long sleeves will be sure to keep you warm on chilly summer nights and to get the full effect from the contrast trim of the cardigan it is always best to wear it buttoned up, at least at the top, to showcase the classic shape to its full potential.

If a dress isn’t your thing you will need something underneath your cardigan to go with your tailored trousers, shorts or pencil skirt. A silk or chiffon blouse is so versatile that it can be worn at the office, for a shopping trip or as evening wear. Pintuck detailing with contrast buttons and cuffs add interest to simple styles for elegant sophistication. For long sleeved styles avoid necklaces and bracelets instead opt for pearl stud earrings.

To complete the 1920s inspired look choose a shoe with a rounded toe and chunky heel with an ankle strap and button fastening. Continue the black and white theme into your accessories to keep the look in the style of the era. A chain detail black leather bag will be a versatile addition to your wardrobe and fit in perfectly with this trend.

This look should be fun, flirty and keep you dancing all night long, much like the flapper girls that the trend was inspired by, so play around with different styles and make this trend work for you.