New Year’s Eve in the style of the 20s – how to organize a costume party? Historical view
In Poland, in the interwar period, sumptuous carnival balls were organized, and the cream of the people would come to Warsaw at that time. In the offer of events in the capital, one could choose from charity and diplomatic balls as well as typical cultural events organized in the buildings of art schools. The ball was the perfect opportunity to meet the future husband or wife, and political decisions were made behind the scenes. In the world, the 1920s marked the flourishing of jazz clubs, where you could meet women more and more often. The city of Jazz is considered to be New Orleans, a city with a rich musical tradition. In Poland, jazz could be heard at a concert or on the radio, only in the late 1930s a version of the swing, typically for dancing, appeared. How to organize in the style of the 20s? Anyone who does not have a private jazz room or club can play with the convention in the comfort of their own home. The 1920s is the perfect theme for an elite party for the chosen ones. Below we present some ideas in the following categories:
New Year’s Eve in the style of the 1920s – art deco decorations
Art deco is a style in art, painting and interior decoration in the 20s and 30s. Characteristic features are surprising combinations of various textures and patterns, art deco is also gold and geometry both in furniture and house elements such as openwork partitions, or handrails. Certainly, for one event, no one will change the decor, it is more about playing with color. Below are some inspirations:
- golden chair covers
- black, gold photo wall
- an elegant cake in a characteristic color
New Year’s Eve in the style of the 1920s – costumes for everyone
The epoch’s hallmarks are feathers, long strings of pearls and tassels. Look for inspiration in the famous Chicago musical. Gentlemen can limit themselves to a patterned shirt, suspenders and a bow tie. Changing roles and styling from men’s wardrobe are also very fashionable. Below are some ideas from Instagram.
New Year’s Eve in the style of the 20s – makeup. On a sharp line
The hallmark will be dark lips and a thin line of eyebrows. The 1920s also saw a smoky eye and eyeliner in the lead role. Are you looking for a period makeup idea? Check out the inspiration below.
New Year’s Eve in the style of the 20s – hairstyles. Shortly to the ruler
The owners of the bob, it is enough to put on a decorative headband with a feather. Women with short hair can treat them with gel or diamonds, wet waves around the temples are the hallmark of women from the 20s. Long hair is enough to pin it in half and hide the elastic with a headband.
Source: Gazeta
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