1920s black women and men’s fashion, clothing, and outfits worn by real people, some famous, some entertainers, some unknown. Most…
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Learn 1920s fashion history and how to dress in 1920s style clothing. Whether dressing up for a roaring twenties themed event, finding a costume for a play, or doing research for a book these articles about life and fashion in the roaring twenties will help you.
1920s Fashion History for Women
- When to wear what- a good place to start learning about 1920s fashion.
- Dresses! History of day dresses, afternoon/party dresses, two peice suits and formal evening/flapper dresses.
- A special look at plus size 1920s fashions is a must for "non flappers."
- Casual women's clothing such as skirts, blouses, sweaters, and pants.
- All about fur coats
- History of 1920s womens shoes and the 10 most common styles.
- 1920s Stockings - History of stockings, tights and socks
- 1920s lingerie - bras, panties, slips and corsets
- 1920s nightgowns and pajamas
- 1920s hats and headbands- beyond the stereotypical styles.
- Jewelry- the most common styles you need to know about.
- Gloves- History of gloves from 1900 to 1960
- 1920s Purses- Read about beautiful 1920s purses, handbags and shopping bags.
- Swimsuits- Learn about swimwear in the 1920s
- Great Gatsby Style for Women- Learn how to dress for a 1920s or Great Gatsby themed event.
- Get inspired by these easy women's costumes you can make from new or thrift store clothing. For early '20s and Downton Abbey costumes check out this handy guide.
- 1920s non-flapper outfits- pants, separates, casual, non dressy outfits
- 1920s winter clothing - winter weight dresses and separates
- 1920s Makeup tutorial and history.
- Hairstyles of the 1920s
- The 1920s One Hour Dress Pattern- Read these tips before you sew a 1920s dress with this pattern. Find a BIG list of 1920s sewing patterns- new, reproduction and vintage patterns.
1920s Fashion History for Men
- 1920s Men's Suits - Learn about the styles of 1920s men's suits.
- 1920s men's separates- pants / knickers, shirts and collars, sweaters and coats.
- Men's Costume Ideas- How to create seven 1920s men's fashion looks.
- 1920s men's neckties is an interesting read.
- Men's hats styles and men's hat history is fascinating.
- 1920s men's shoes history- snazzy choices for dapper men
- Accessories- gloves, glasses, canes, watches, and cuff links.
- 1920s workwear, casual styles
- Men's Formal Wear - Learn about black tie dress in the 1920's.
- Great Gatsby Style for Men- Learn how to dress like the men in the Great Gatsby movie
- Dress like Robert Redford in the 1974 Great Gatsby movie
- Boardwalk Empire Mens Clothing- Learn about creating your own Boardwalk Empire (TV show) style clothing ensemble.
- 1920s Gangster Style- Learn to dress like a 1920s gangster such as Al Capone. Dress like Peaky Blinders gang.
- 1920s Sports Wear for Men- Easy to put together men's 1920s sporting clothes.
- Men's workwear clothing - History of men's labor jobs work clothing
- 1920s Mens hairstyles guide.
- Men's underwear and pajamas in case you are curious.
- Men's 1920s Swimsuits history and tutorial.
- 1920s men's sewing patterns - Vintage men's sewing patterns
- Men's Vintage Clothing Source- Where to shop vintage, reproduction and inspired men's clothing.
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