Alright, let’s talk about how I put together some “Great Gatsby” style accessories. It was for a themed party, and I wanted to nail the look without spending a fortune.
First things first, I did some digging online for inspiration. I looked at pictures from the movie, old photos from the 1920s, and even some tutorials on YouTube. That helped me get a feel for the key elements.
Next, I hit up my local thrift store. Seriously, that’s where the magic happened. I found a long strand of faux pearls for like, five bucks. SCORE! I also snagged a couple of old brooches – one sparkly and one with a more art deco vibe.
Now for the headband. I knew I wanted something with feathers, but buying a new one was out of the question. So, I decided to DIY it. I bought a plain black velvet headband from the craft store. Then, I took some black and white feathers (also from the craft store – they were super cheap) and glued them onto the headband using a hot glue gun. I made sure to layer them so they looked full and dramatic. I added the sparkly brooch to the center for some extra bling.
For the gloves, I already had a pair of long black satin gloves that I bought for another event. If you don’t have any, you can usually find them pretty cheap online or at a costume shop.
The cigarette holder was a bit trickier. I couldn’t find a real vintage one, so I ended up buying a plastic one from a party supply store. It wasn’t the most authentic, but it did the job.
Finally, the finishing touch: a small clutch. I found a simple black beaded clutch at a vintage shop. It was the perfect size to hold my phone, lipstick, and a few other essentials.
The day of the party, I put everything on and felt like I had stepped right out of the 1920s. The best part? The whole outfit cost me less than $30. Not bad, right?
Here’s a quick recap of what I did:
- Researched the look online.
- Hit up the thrift store for pearls and brooches.
- DIYed a feather headband.
- Used gloves I already owned.
- Bought a cheap cigarette holder.
- Found a vintage clutch.
Overall, it was a fun and rewarding experience. It just goes to show that you don’t need to spend a lot of money to create a fabulous look. A little creativity and some thrift store finds can go a long way!
