Essentials Of A Fantastic Flapper Costume

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Essentials Of A Fantastic Flapper Costume At your next costume party, show off your flirty, independent side by dressing as a flapper. Flapper costume have been a common choice for parties since they first appeared, due to their glamorous and alluring appearance. Flappers came into their own while in the Roaring Twenties, right after World War One. The women putting them on were rejecting the old social norms and stepping out on their own as newly self-sufficient women. Flappers dressed up in a way that announced to the world that they had it all and they weren’t afraid to use it: flirty sex appeal, dance moves that went all night, and, furthermore, clothes, shoes, and accessories that can make any girl feel like a femme fatale. These women were turning heads all night long in these outfits. The most typical flapper hair style was a short bob with finger waves, however there was several other options if you weren't the short bob and finger wave type. Peering out under a soft brim of a face-framing cloche or a peek-a-boo hat was the best way to mesmerize the guys with those sexy peepers. Or you could let them know that you're the "bee's knees" by donning a vibrant colored, bobbed wig that matched your dress. A headband decorated with feathers, sequins, and jewels can be a swell addition, too. Flapper dresses really are a rebellion from the uptight, straight-laced attitudes of the Victorian clothing fashions that preceded them in history. You won’t need to worry about stiff corsets and stays as a flapper. Those dresses told everyone that you were out on the town to enjoy a great time. Women could show off plenty of skin in their sleeveless, strappy dresses that contained plunging necklines or backs. The hemline can be anywhere from the knees to mid-thigh, and the soft material flips up even more when you’re out on the dance floor doing the Charleston. Best of all, the bold, bright colors are accented with tassels and sequins. Nothing says copacetic such as the swing and flash of tassels and sequins. You need high heels for your dogs, preferably something strappy. Flappers enjoyed striking a pose in strappy heels. But, make sure you wear a shoe that you are able to dance in. Don some fishnet stockings, silk stockings or maybe a smooth nude look of sheer pantyhose on your legs. Now that you’re dressed, it’s time for you to accessorize! Flappers went all the way with regard to accessories. A feather boa is a great add-on for the dance floor, and accentuates the soft skin of one's bare shoulders. Another classic feature for flappers will be the extra-long strands of beads or pearls. Add long gloves and a cigarette holder for an additional elegant, haughty look. Flappers wore a substantial amount of makeup, because you can't be glam without it. Flappers wore liner that was heavy and dark to really flaunt their eyes and their eye shadow was smudgy and smoky with a hint of glitter to create that smoldering look. So your lashes are visible against the dark shimmer of the lids, finish the look with lots of mascara. Paint the cupid’s bow of your lips bright red or a deep plummy shade, and then start practicing your pout to drive the guys wild. The flapper costume, having its sex appeal and flirtiness will never go out of style. You're not a girl that just follows the rules if you dress as a flapper; it really tells people "Life's a big party, and you're here to have a good time!" For the upcoming party with a 1920s theme, look into flapper costumes for women. For additional Costume Nation

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