23 Jan

Spring Trend Report: The Roaring 20′s

As I look at the chilly rain and snow outside my window, spring feels a terribly long time away. Take a walk through the shops or browse your favourite store’s website and it’s a different story: everyone seems to be rolling out their spring/summer collections.

The fashion magazines are buzzing with the latest trends for spring, and even though it might be a few months before you can wear them, there’s nothing like a bit of fashion escapism. That being said, over the next few weeks we’ll take a closer look at some of this season’s best trends and how you can find them on a budget.

First up is the 1920’s look. Maybe it’s because The Great Gatsby remake will be in theatres, but the flapper style is going to be massive, especially when it comes to eveningwear.

Let’s start out with the flapper basic: the drop-waist embellished dress. Dorothy Perkins has a lovely brown version for just £45, or at Asos, a black t-shirt dress with fun beading is £54.

House of Fraser carries a peach embellished flapper dress for £59.99; since the trim is a little more subdued, you could carry this one over to daytime dressing as well. If you’d rather avoid the blingy flapper look but would like a 20’s style for casual wear, check out t his drop waist cotton day dress from Miss Selfridge for £35.

When it comes to accessories, a smart cloche hat like this one from Hobbs (on sale for £26.10) will get you through the remainder of chilly winter days. Dress up your hair with a beaded headband or a feather from Accessorize, and add a long strand of pearls from Forever 21 (less than 5 quid!) for an additional authentic touch.

Finally, a pair of T-bar heels will give you that 20’s feel. Try this black patent pair from Schuh (£60) and don’t forget to practise your Charleston!