bi·as (noun): an inclination of temperament or outlook-especially a personal and sometimes unreasoned judgment; the "bias-cut": technique used by designers for cutting clothing to utilize the greater stretch in the bias or diagonal direction of the fabric, thereby causing it to accentuate body lines and curves and drape softly.
Just the other morning I watched the trailer for the new "The Great Gatsby" movie coming out this Christmas season. It's not surprising that I was immediately blown away by the costuming, as the director is Baz Luhrmann, of Romeo and Juliet and Moulin Rouge. You can watch it here:
I vow I will re-read the novel once more before the movie just to refresh my mind.
Inspired by the dazzling costumes of The Great Gatsby and the glamour of the Roaring Twenties, I have compiled a few trends that make me want to get all dolled up (yes, that's a 1920's slang term).
Dropped waists
Dress, Zara
Dress, BCBG MaxAzria
Usually I am all about the high waists, and so you would think I wouldn't touch this trend, but I'm actually really into it this season!
Fringe
I love the texture and the movement that fringe creates on any item. I recently bought a black leather fringed belt from BCBG and I'm in love with it. I have worn it with several of my dresses and skirts and it just adds something special to an otherwise ordinary piece.
Necklace, Zara
Dress, Topshop
Clutch, Topshop
Top, BCBG MaxAzria
Scallops
Again, it's all about the texture that creates decadence and richness to an article of clothing or accessory. The oxford look was all the rage in the 1920s and still looks good today.
T-strap pump, Town Shoes
Skirt, Zara
Sparkle
The opulence of the Roaring Twenties is impossible to ignore. It was all about celebrating wealth and wearing it for all to see. Sequins, jewels and chains galore!
Heels, Town Shoes
T-Strap pump, Town Shoes
Dress, Zara
Earrings, Aldo
Necklace, Le Chateau
Barette, Le Chateau
Sequined shorts, Topshop
Headband, Topshop
Pump, Town Shoes
Skirt, BCBG MaxAzria
Now, I'm quite aware that I will literally look like I'm on my way to a New Year's Eve party if I go out decked head to toe in all this glitter and glam, so I urge you to break it up and dress down some of these trends if just heading out to the bar on a Saturday night. See you at the speakeasy ;)
