1920s Costumes for Women

The era known as The Roaring Twenties brough forth a flashy wardrobe for women. During the 1920s, men and women alike gathered often for parties where they flaunted the most dapper of clothing. Women's clothing of the 1920s is now a popular choice for Halloween costumes. 

Original Flapper
Flapper costumes come in a variety of colors. The costumes are created out of polyester material. The dress is above the knee and contains sequins along the neckline and the shoulder straps. There are usually several layers of fringe on the bodice and skirt areas of the dress.

Gangster Suit
The feminine version of the 1920s gangster costume usually comes in pastel colors such as pink. It is made from polyester and consists of a tailored double breasted jacket with matching pants. The jacket contains buttons in the front and the pants contain a front zipper. The costume also has a short, matching necktie that ties around the neck with a satin ribbon.

Charleston
The Charleston costume is a black satin dress with fringe on the bust area and is often white at the bottom. It also has a faux rhinestone buckle around the waist, a lace overlay and fishnet stockings. Complete the outfit with a black boa and black high heels. 

Gatsby Girl
A Gatsby girl is referred to a woman who dressed up for the night and went dancing. A Gatsby girl costume consists of an ivory and oval, jazz style, sleeveless dress with sparkles and sequins. It is an above-the-knee dress. Complete the look with a pearl necklace, ivory tights, ivory high heels and a matching satin ivory hat.

Accessories
Sequin flapper headpieces complete a flapper and jazz costume. Elbow length gloves were often used by women to complete most costumes. Garter belts were also a popular accessory used.