Fashions
of the Roaring 20’s
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Let’s get it out, up front, in
the open. I love the fashions of the 1920’s. Face it, I’m fascinated by the
era. Flappers, sheiks, Oh, you kid, twenty-three skidoo - I’m a sucker for it
all. But don’t misinterpret. Because I’m a bona fide 20’s fancier, I’m
doubly critical of works purported to be authoritative discussions of the era.
As a child of the ‘60s, I wore clothes remarkably like these - innovative,
tradition breaking garments that not only clothed the body, but made a statement
about the wearer. I wore my vintage items in the late ‘60s when I was in my
early teens. They were all mementos of the 1920s saved by a dear friend then in
her sixties.
I made an entrance at my high school prom wearing a ‘20s beaded dress and carrying a mesh bag. So when I was asked to look at Ellie Laubner’s book, Fashions of the Roaring 20s, I was interested, but I had reservations. |
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Well, I needn’t have been concerned. Ms. Laubner has produced a delightful book guaranteed to whet the collecting appetite of any lover of vintage fashion. Taking a year by year approach to the decade, she manages to provide the reader with an excellent sampling of the scope and variety of ‘20s costume. She further delineates categories into daywear, evening wear, sportswear, bridal and maternity, as well as including sections on hats, jewelry, purses and more. There’s also information on men’s and children’s clothing.
Photographs are clear and detailed. Descriptions are succinct and precise. Vintage photographs of ordinary people are sprinkled throughout the book, providing an accurate, contemporary view of the era. The author’s knowledge of and love for her subject shine through. Ms. Laubner is to be congratulated. It’s a terrific book. enjoyed every page.
Review reprinted with permission from VFCJ and the author
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