Glamorous girls existed long before this term entered the world of fashion. American women of the thirties are a vivid proof of this. The starting point for the birth of this non-trivial style was the city of Chicago, which in the 30s of the last century was filled with gangsters, cabaret, free morals and incredible luxury. Of course, this could not but affect the clothes. About real jewelry, natural furs, it does not go, because the Great Depression suppressed the wealth of many Americans. Fancy costume jewelry, an abundance of spectacular fabrics, lace, artificial fur, painted in the most incredible colors - all this was allowed and even welcomed. But all outstanding fashion trends of the past always return, albeit in a modernized version. The style of Chicago's clothing of the 1930s is exactly that. But unlike retro and vintage, which allows you to create everyday images , clothes in the style of Chicago - an ideal option for a corporate or a party.
Features of the gangster style
Glamorous image in the style of Chicago combines femininity and beauty, which is reflected in the styles of dresses. The length of such dresses reaches the knees, and the sleeves disappear, making room for the thin straps. The female back is bare, the silhouette becomes tight, and the neckline is deep. Looking at the photos of those years, you understand why the style of Chicago in women's clothes so excited and continues to excite men.
In the 80's, Chicago's style of dress was revived, but the women's dress has undergone some changes. Firstly, the length of the dress significantly increased, reaching the ankles. Secondly, the low waist lifted to the hips, and the cut became oblique, so that the clothes beautifully outlined the figure. Materials remained unchanged - all the same velvet, silk, satin and chiffon. But the number of decorative elements has increased. Sequins, rhinestones, fringes, beads and sequins adorned dresses that shone in the light. A distinctive feature of the glamorous Chicago image is a narrow waist and specially enlarged with scarves, wings on the sleeves of the shoulders.
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Getting ready for a party
If a party is planned in the Chicago style, clothes should be thought through to the smallest detail. Choose a dress (preferably black or dark blue), which fits tightly around the figure to the hips, and slightly widens to the bottom. Give preference to models with a low waist and sleeveless. In the decollete zone, you can decorate the dress with ribbons, abundantly strewn with rhinestones, and sew a long fringe to the hem. However, the main role in this image is given to accessories. The standard of the Chicago style of the 30's is a bag-clutch, shoes and long gloves of the same color. If the hairstyle does not involve the use of a ribbon with a large brooch and a long feather, you can choose either a miniature or wide-brimmed hat. Excellent addition - boa made of fur. Effectively in the image of the Chicago glam diva long-haired furs look. Do not forget to decorate the decollete area with long beads made of large artificial pearls. It is better to make a pearl thread a few short and one long coil. This is exactly the case when inexpensive jewelry is completely appropriate. Kapron tights at that time was not yet, so women wore stockings. Add an image of piquancy and Chicago Chic will help the mouthpiece (smoking was in vogue).
As you can see, there are no strict restrictions and canons. Experiments with dress length, heel height, accessories choice are allowed. If you think that the stilettos look more effective, safely put on! Not smoothly combed hair? Luxurious ringlets with an elegant rim will be an excellent alternative.
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