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| Carey Mulligan as Daisy in Baz Lurhman's adaptation of The Great Gatsby (2012) |
'Razzle Dazzle 'Em'
‘It makes me sad because I’ve never seen such- such beautiful shirts before.’
‘It makes me sad because I’ve never seen such- such beautiful shirts before.’
-Daisy Buchanan's love of all that glitters is written all over The Great Gatsby , but it seems now that the Fashion World has fallen head over kitten heels for miss Daisy and her opulent Deco wardrobe. Since Cary Mulligan was cast in Baz Lurhman's remake of the American Classic, there has been a buzz of Fashion energy surrounding its December 2012 release. With Period Dramas such as Downton Abbey and W.E spurring on the revival and influencing Design houses such as Donna Karen and Dior, 1920's glamour is sure to reach fever pitch come Christmas.
Art Deco has been subtly influencing our wardrobe choices for the past few seasons already; from evening glamour to Sports Luxe. The Pyjama and Palazzo pants we associate with the 70's, well Gatsby's girls got there first. The Drop waistline has also made a reappearance via Chanel and VIctoria Beckham. Kate Moss' wedding perhaps the most famous homage to The Great Gatsby so far; Mossy announced her love of the novel and desire to have Gatsby meets Rock'n Roll nuptials,"I wanted it to be kind of dreamy and 1920s, when everything is soft focus'. John Galliano designed her twenties style silk chiffon gown, with top to toe beading and sheer panelling. Bias cut and fitting like a glove, Swarovski crystal blue lined Manolo's and lace veil completing the romantic look.
So how does the modern Fashionista work the roaring twenties? With ease is how. The loose line silhouettes and languid patterns long for relaxed tailoring, flirty above the knee hemlines and statement jewels.
Gucci has been the torch bearer for the 1920s, creating a showcase of jewelled and golden dresses, drenched in heavy beaded fringes, perfect for after dark glamour. Worn by Fash Pack favourites including Florence Welch, Anna Dello Russo and Camilla Belle. Collections from Victoria Beckham and Stella McCartney gave more accessible daytime looks. Beckham created easy to wear but oh so chic shift dresses with tongue in cheek monochrome prints and scallop hemlines whilst McCartney reinterpreted the lounge suit for the modern girl- delicately printed silk playsuits and trousers with wide legs, and contrast panel dresses with mannish fit smoking jackets over the top. Louis Vuitton championed delicate dresses and pale pastel colours all in soft focus for the most romantic collection on the catwalk.
Thats not to say the high street hasn't been a dab hand at interpreting 20's East Side cool. Zara and Mango have fabulous relaxed separates, pyjama trousers and paisley prints (wear with headscarf for a true Daisy Buchanan look). ASOS and Topshop Boutique are all things girly with sugar colours and peplum dresses perfect for Springtime weather, mint green angora knits and crisp white tennis dresses have more than a Louis Vuitton twist about them.
Daisy Buchanan's Wardrobe was all about tongue in cheek statements of glamour and romanticism. Even the most simple of looks can be accessorised Deco style. Minimal T-shirts can be updated with chandelier style earrings an slicked back hair. pyjama pants can be made evening ready with pointy toe court shoes. Loose structured shift dresses in pastel colours nod to the famous Flapper Girls.
The modern 20's girl mixes playful pastels and print with strong smooths lines for a chic style that is both powerful and girly. Both super feminine but with a hint of androgyny (think loose lines, nothing figure fit), this style fuses glamour and leisure perfectly. The 20's girl is cool without even trying.
Art Deco has been subtly influencing our wardrobe choices for the past few seasons already; from evening glamour to Sports Luxe. The Pyjama and Palazzo pants we associate with the 70's, well Gatsby's girls got there first. The Drop waistline has also made a reappearance via Chanel and VIctoria Beckham. Kate Moss' wedding perhaps the most famous homage to The Great Gatsby so far; Mossy announced her love of the novel and desire to have Gatsby meets Rock'n Roll nuptials,"I wanted it to be kind of dreamy and 1920s, when everything is soft focus'. John Galliano designed her twenties style silk chiffon gown, with top to toe beading and sheer panelling. Bias cut and fitting like a glove, Swarovski crystal blue lined Manolo's and lace veil completing the romantic look.
So how does the modern Fashionista work the roaring twenties? With ease is how. The loose line silhouettes and languid patterns long for relaxed tailoring, flirty above the knee hemlines and statement jewels.
Gucci has been the torch bearer for the 1920s, creating a showcase of jewelled and golden dresses, drenched in heavy beaded fringes, perfect for after dark glamour. Worn by Fash Pack favourites including Florence Welch, Anna Dello Russo and Camilla Belle. Collections from Victoria Beckham and Stella McCartney gave more accessible daytime looks. Beckham created easy to wear but oh so chic shift dresses with tongue in cheek monochrome prints and scallop hemlines whilst McCartney reinterpreted the lounge suit for the modern girl- delicately printed silk playsuits and trousers with wide legs, and contrast panel dresses with mannish fit smoking jackets over the top. Louis Vuitton championed delicate dresses and pale pastel colours all in soft focus for the most romantic collection on the catwalk.
Thats not to say the high street hasn't been a dab hand at interpreting 20's East Side cool. Zara and Mango have fabulous relaxed separates, pyjama trousers and paisley prints (wear with headscarf for a true Daisy Buchanan look). ASOS and Topshop Boutique are all things girly with sugar colours and peplum dresses perfect for Springtime weather, mint green angora knits and crisp white tennis dresses have more than a Louis Vuitton twist about them.
Daisy Buchanan's Wardrobe was all about tongue in cheek statements of glamour and romanticism. Even the most simple of looks can be accessorised Deco style. Minimal T-shirts can be updated with chandelier style earrings an slicked back hair. pyjama pants can be made evening ready with pointy toe court shoes. Loose structured shift dresses in pastel colours nod to the famous Flapper Girls.
The modern 20's girl mixes playful pastels and print with strong smooths lines for a chic style that is both powerful and girly. Both super feminine but with a hint of androgyny (think loose lines, nothing figure fit), this style fuses glamour and leisure perfectly. The 20's girl is cool without even trying.
When the Magazine is published theres also going to be some stunning illustrations inspired by Erte to go with the article which i can't wait to see- as soon as i have more details i'll post them here. The Article was written for Miss HK Smyth, 3rd Year Fashion Promotion at UCA, see more more of talented Besties work at www.hannahsmythstyle.blogspot.com
Thanks lovely,the article is great! I can't wait to show you the finished piece x x
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