A roaring twenties themed event is one of my favorite decades to dress up for. It is both incredibly glamorous and not too difficult to find something to wear. This wasn’t always the case. When I began researching and writing about 1920s fashion, there was little to choose from. Now thanks to several movies and TV … Read More about Roaring Twenties 20s Party Outfit Guide
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Wearing Fall Vintage Clothing- Tips from 3 Vintage Fashion Bloggers
The leaves have officially turned colors this week and the temps have dropped enough to call for digging out my vintage fall/winter clothes. While most of the time I dress casual not-vintage, I do enjoy mixing in vintage or vintage-inspired pieces to give a hint of classic style. When I originally wrote this article in … Read More about Wearing Fall Vintage Clothing- Tips from 3 Vintage Fashion Bloggers
1920s Makeup and Beauty Products History
Before the 20th century, “nice girls” did not wear makeup, which was commonly called “paint.” This differed from cosmetics, such as face creams and similar products that were intended to improve the skin, not mask it in the way that paint did. Even into the 1910s, what we would call makeup today was associated with … Read More about 1920s Makeup and Beauty Products History
1920s Handbags, Purses, and Shopping Bag Styles
Go to any office, coffee shop, or mall today, and you will see women lugging around bags that rival the size of carry-on luggage. A peek inside might reveal a cell phone, car keys, wallet, make up, receipts, energy bars, and a whole host of other gadgets and paraphernalia that are all deemed to be … Read More about 1920s Handbags, Purses, and Shopping Bag Styles
Romantic Downton Abbey Wedding Guest Dresses
Brides who are making Downton Abbey the inspiration for their upcoming weddings have picked a beautiful era to set the tone for a memorable day. Countless wedding dress designers are displaying Downton Abbey style gowns in their collections. For the brides, the choices are many, but what about second time brides who want less fussy … Read More about Romantic Downton Abbey Wedding Guest Dresses
Find Downton Abbey Style Dresses in the UK
Downton Abbey style dresses continue to grow in popularity as new seasons come out. With season four ending in 1922 and season 5 starting in 1924, fashions are really starting to embody the elegance of the 1920s era. Early in the season dresses, were cut straight and long with elaborate beading. As we move … Read More about Find Downton Abbey Style Dresses in the UK
Wild West Steampunk Costume & Toddler Costume
Last weekend, we attended the annual High Desert Steampunk Ball in our latest Steampunk costume creations. This one is my favorite Steampunk outfit to date. Debbie’s Costume: This years costume all started when I fell in love with the stripey Chicstar Black Three Tiered Tail-skirt. I LOVE this skirt. Its so fun to wear, nicely … Read More about Wild West Steampunk Costume & Toddler Costume
1920s Headband, Headpiece & Hair Accessory Styles
Ahh, the roaring twenties. Beads, fringe, and the flapper revolution. There hasn’t been a decade since the 1920s that has loved sparkle and bling as much, especially in headpieces. Notorious for rhinestone beaded headbands, skullcaps and feather hair clips, the 1920s woman knew how to dress up her short flapper hairdo. While cloche hats were worn during the day, headbands — … Read More about 1920s Headband, Headpiece & Hair Accessory Styles
Ladies’ 1920s Sweaters and Cardigans History
What’s not to love about the comfortable and casual sweater ? 1920s winter sweaters /jumpers and cardigans for women were copied from menswear, and some of the styles looked identical throughout the 1920s. Women’s 20s sweaters were a part of the sporty boyish look sweeping through fashion in the roaring twenties. The sweater-coat was the … Read More about Ladies’ 1920s Sweaters and Cardigans History
How to be a 1920s House Wife
I love all eras of fashion and history. Each has their own unique set of values, style and interests that makes revisiting them a fun hobby for me and my little family. Recently I took my current interest in the 1920s and spent an entire weekend reliving life as a housewife in the 1920’s. Here is … Read More about How to be a 1920s House Wife