Get The Look- 1920's Style

Hi guys,

I'd thought I'd start a new section of posts specifically about getting the look of a particular era. Today's is the 1920's.

Clothes

The war had finished 2 years prior to the beginning of the twenties; skirts were higher and waists were dropped. Cloche hats, lace-up ankle boots, pleated skirts, pearls, sequined dresses, feather headbands and long ties were all part of the era. Simple jersey knits, rounded shoes, sandal shoes, chain bags, and collars are also key essentials. Many celebs today recreate this style with a modern spin.

Drew Barrymore goes all out with a 20's style headpiece, long sheer dress and sparkly clutch

The overall twenties look was quite black and white. Make up was dark and dresses were black  with contrasting white  detail.

Hair

Hairstyles changed dramatically in the twenties. Hair was either cropped or bobbed, no longer than shoulder length. Finger waves and pin curls are 1920's staples, as well as bobs with feathery headbands or sequined headpieces. Cloche hats were worn also.

The Trademark bob

Christina Aguilera often recreates 20s hairstyles.

Make Up

In the twenties, make up was fairly dark. Eyes were often covered with black eyeshadow and kohl liner, eyebrows were very thin and angled and lips were dark red or burgundy in a well-defined rosebud shape. 

This 1920s Clara Bow inspired make up look is from the Style Me Vintage Make Up Book

So there you have it! Your instant guide to creating a twenties jazzy/flapper look, everything from clothes to make up! Comment if you would like more 'get the look' era posts! 
Hope you liked it!

El