September 13, 2012. Written by Agnes Los
Films have always influenced fashion, and the wedding industry is no exception! The eagerly anticipated new adaptation of The Great Gatsby, currently in post-production and scheduled for 2013 release, has already had some very favourable words being said about the stunning 20s-style costumes to be admired in the movie stills. This blooming new trend has already appeared in some major fall/winter 2012 and spring/summer 2013 collections, and we predict it will be huge next year! The influence can be found not just in gowns, but also embellishments and styling.
The key features of this style include: gowns cut very low in front or back, mostly sleeveless or alternatively with lace or fringe sleeves, beading, sequins and embroidery, feather accents, straight cut shapes that just skim the figure, low waistlines, and short hemlines. While the 20s look fits a summer wedding perfectly, it can work all year round with appropriate accessories, such as longer sleeves for spring/autumn, and a feather or fur bolero for the winter.
Here are our favourite choices for that perfect 20s inspiration look!
Great Gatsby styling by AphroditeNet Photography
All items above courtesy of BHLDN
Gatsby style wedding by Modern Vintage Weddings
Image courtesy of The Event Firm
1920s-inspired bridal gowns by Elizabeth Fillmore
Bride and bridesmaid gowns by Ruche
1920s-style jewellery, from top: tiara by Rebecca May | earrings by BHLDN | pearl necklace and cuff bracelet by Disgraceful Grace
1920s bridal gowns by Badgley Mischka
1920s wedding courtesy of Style Me Pretty
If you have that fun ”anything goes” personality, then this style is definitely for you! Go for a full-out 1920s extravaganza, or simply incorporate some choice elements of the style into your wedding and you’ll make an unforgettable impression!
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Wish I could turn my wedding into a 1920s flapper extravaganza, everything is already bought and paid for though
When is your wedding Emma – could you add some touches, like a bit of decor, some jewellery, or 20s style shoes?
It in 3 weeks! But I am having a 20s themed hen do next weekend, so that will do me I am sure, though I might try and get my hair a little more 20s for the day
That sounds absolutely fantastic!
good for you! The hair is a great idea, and I hope your hen do exceeds all your expectations!
Lovely! Our Art Deco accessories are certainly becoming more and more in demand!
That’s wonderful Jackie, it’s definitely going to be a big trend in the coming months!
i am doing a 1920s gatsby themed wedding i need some ideas where i can get the bridsmaid dresses though if anyone can help that would be great thanks lara x
Hi Lara, thank you for your comment! I think first you need to do a little research online for the particular style. 1920s dresses usually have drop waists, so this is the style you should focus on. You can add some accessories like little hats with feathers, peeptoe shoes with buckles, and short gloves to add more vintage authenticity. Here is a link where you can see lots of dresses in that style and take it from there – hope it helps!
http://www.shopstyle.co.uk/browse?fts=1920s+dress#/browse?fts=1920s+dress&pos=2_168