Features depending on gender
At that time, young men and women preferred non-standard looks for going to parties, meetings and other events. For the first time in the thirties, women began to actively declare themselves. They talked about their self-sufficiency and indispensability to society. It was then that a woman was able to gain the right to her own judgment and action, which played a key role in the emergence of a new branch of fashion. More and more people wanted to forget about suffering, obstacles, start having fun, dancing and listening to cheerful melodies. All this contributed to the fashion of that time. Each look looked free and easy.
The clothes worn every day were simple in design. Women wore dresses that emphasized the beauty of their figure. An evening outfit could be of different lengths, but sequins, patterns or embroidery were a mandatory decorative element. Along with the new style of clothing, the art-deco style, that is, the art of decor, was born.
The art deco movement combines many styles, some call it eclectic style. Elements of modernism, abstractionism, cubism, oriental and Egyptian motifs were used. Girls complemented their looks with gloves, boas made from bird feathers, in particular ostrich, fur boas and other fringed items. The mouthpieces were approximately 40-50 centimeters long.
The basis for the female silhouette was a rectangle. The dresses had a low waist, and the length of the skirt could be floor or knee length. The female image was created with an abundance of bracelets, earrings, and pearls. Men's clothing style has always been classic and elegant. The shoes are clean and varnished. No man could afford to go out without a tie or bow tie. Expensive jewelry emphasized the overall style.
Men's
Men often wore classically cut suits. They were three-piece suits, complete with a black tailcoat. During the era, there was also a suit made of light fabric of a non-standard color, for example, pink, blue, bright yellow. The jacket was replaced by a shawl cardigan with red and white trim. Bow ties were often worn. The jacket had a satin collar, emphasizing the elegance of the man's style. Every man must know how to tie a tie like this to properly show off the contrast seam. They were often black or white.
A men's look may include a vest and a dapper shirt with a golf collar. The shirt goes well with a tuxedo. A cane can be used as an accessory. Shoes were very important: many people paid attention to what a person was wearing. Therefore, men's shoes were always perfectly clean, waxed, and varnished. Loafers and Oxfords were in fashion. The colors were chosen to match the tone of the suit or, conversely, in contrast. Black color was universal; shoes of this color could be worn with almost any suit.
The men were in no way inferior to the ladies, even with their haircuts. At that time, everyone loved the short haircut for men. The hair on the top of the head was longer than on the sides and back. This hairstyle was often styled back, and gel was used to keep the hair in place. To diversify your appearance, you could let your hair down onto your forehead.
A man could complement his look by wearing gold cufflinks or rings. Men's hairstyle allowed the use of hairpins. But to stand out, men used gold, unusual hairpins with precious stones.
Women's
To create a female image of that time, the Gatsby style of clothing for women is perfect; it is much wider than the male one and is filled with bright details. Mini-length dresses in delicate colors are perfect. It is worth remembering that they should not be below the knee. Such outfits either have a low waist at the hips or none at all. Sleeves are chosen short, or even without them. This is due to the fact that all kinds of accessories were added to the dress, such as long gloves reaching to the elbows or higher. Such dresses were decorated with fringe, bead embroidery, and feather decorations.
A full skirt could be used to complement the silhouette. In cool weather, a cape made of fur or other material was thrown over the shoulders.
The design of women's shoes was more similar to men's. The girls' choice was pointed shoes; you could often see a woman in Oxford shoes. To somehow add femininity to the men's classics, instead of classic laces, silk ribbons were used.
After women began to defend their rights and freedom of expression, they gradually began to get rid of long hair and switch to short haircuts. The most popular hairstyles were “a la garçon”. This haircut, in addition to head decorations, gives an impressive, sexy look to the female figure. Correct styling emphasizes all the charms of a girl’s shoulders, neck, and face. At that time, quite bold makeup was in fashion. The eyebrows were highlighted as much as possible and all this was combined with dark pink or scarlet lipstick. The eyes were emphasized with arrows, and long eyelashes were considered a mandatory element - all this was present in the makeup of a Gatsby-style girl.
The handbag was most often a classic clutch. Today, envelope bags are often worn instead. In cases where a simple fabric that had no gloss was used for a dress, the emphasis was placed on the bag. The image was complemented by pearl threads and various pendants that could be hung on the back. Often the earrings were large, slightly old-fashioned rings. Preference was given to complete sets. Bracelets and rings must be made of the same metal and have the same edging. Perfume should be refined and non-standard. Girls preferred to wear bell hats on their heads. In those days, such hats were considered the height of fashion. Feathers of different sizes were often inserted into the headdress or simply into the hair.
Features of the style
These outfits are made in retro style. They look very seductive and truly luxurious. Such products combine different styles. However, they always contain luxurious details.
During the time of the Great Gatsby, fur boas, fringe, and embroidery were popular. Often outfits were decorated with jewelry, stones, and feathers.
Attention! A dress in this style was cut out in the shape of a rectangle. It could be complemented by small darts, but the silhouette was always not fitted. In addition, this outfit is characterized by a very low waistline. A deep neckline was most often made on the back.
Long pearl beads were an obligatory part of the evening composition. Moreover, they were certainly tied in the form of a knot. An integral part of the bow were fairly long gloves. Another mandatory accessory for the look was a small handbag. Many fashionistas wore a bag in the form of a small pouch with a drawstring.
The characteristic features of this outfit include the following::
- Lack of a fitted silhouette . Even small darts maintain the rectangular shape of the upper part of the composition.
- French length . It can reach the knee or go down a little lower. Moreover, the outfit itself can be very short. It is slightly lengthened by a fringe sewn at the bottom.
- Cutout on the back or chest . After the end of the First World War, tensions subsided, but a premonition of a new disaster already appeared in the atmosphere. Perhaps this is due to the appearance of daring, revealing details in clothing. People tried to look bright and frank.
- The use of multi-tiered fringe . This detail served not only aesthetic functions. It has excellent practicality - it reduces volume where it is needed and adds centimeters in missing places.
- Pleated skirts . This is a popular detail in cut-out dresses. It provides complete freedom of movement, but at the same time allows you to maintain a straight silhouette.
- Dim colors . In most cases, dresses of that era were made in gray and black. It is not uncommon to see brown and beige tones.
- Decorative elements . Quite often, dresses in retro style were decorated with embroidery, beads, and rhinestones. Models with silver and gold threads look very stylish.
What jewelry and accessories to complement the look
In those days, provocative images were not welcomed. Young and progressive girls could not tolerate the minimalist style. They sought to complement their look with accessories as much as possible. So more and more different details began to appear. Great Gatsby style clothing required the wearing of a removable fur collar and boas.
Various shawls and scarves gained popularity. Sometimes they overshadowed the entire outfit. The length of the shawl could reach one and a half meters. Bows, ribbons, decorative flowers made from natural and artificial fabrics were often used in the image. A woman's bag had more of a decorative role than a functional item.
How the dresses were complemented
The floor-length black dress was complemented by black feathers in the hair or on the hat and agate earrings. Scarlet lipstick was applied to the lips, which emphasized the entire look. Bracelets with feathers to match the dress were put on their hands.
The scarlet dress will be complemented by a chain that should pass through the back from the right shoulder to the left hip. The back, of course, should be open so that everyone can see the elegant decoration. A long string of pearls around the neck and small earrings in the ears will gracefully highlight the look for the evening. A delicate white dress will not seem cold with the right selection of jewelry. Silver earrings with stones will go well with this dress. You can pick up a white clutch with rhinestones, which will complement the dress and earrings.
Dresses in the Gatsby style: current models
Today in designer collections you can find a large number of such outfits that are stylized in the era of the Great Gatsby.
Long
For special occasions, stylists advise choosing long dresses that make a beautiful accent on the figure and emphasize the waist area. Quite often, such models have a bare back and a tight-fitting silhouette. To look more feminine, you should choose a model that widens from the hip.
Wedding
To create a themed wedding, you can choose an appropriate outfit. It should have a deep neckline and a fitted silhouette. Wedding dresses with a low waist and frills look very beautiful and feminine. They should be made of flowing fabrics. At the same time, the classic model will not look very attractive.
To make the look look more complete, you should complement it with gloves, a boa, and a hat. Mandatory elements will be pearl jewelry and feathers.
For full
Those who are overweight should definitely pay special attention to the choice of style. For overweight women, a model made from combined materials is perfect. It will help to gently hide figure flaws. As for the length, it is best to choose a product up to the ankle.
With threads
A characteristic feature of that era are dresses with threads. Usually this decor was made of shiny materials. Gold or silver jewelry looks very stylish. Such models look elegant and attractive.
