Opulence. Originality. In a world where mass-fashion dictators rule with a platinum fist, these concepts seem as foreign as ancient Greek. Individuals no longer exist; only clones. We have been injected with a constant dosage of cookie cutter fashions and we have finally OD'd! You may ask yourself “How did we get here?”Well, here is a bit of fashion history trivia: From the 1600s until the Industrial Revolution, people had their clothing custom-made. Closets didn't even exist because people could only afford a few garments! After the Industrial Revolution, paper patterns were created and machines were used to produce mass fashion. Then in the 1960s, boutiques cropped up everywhere and introduced fast fashion as we know it today. Although it appears that we missed out on the opportunity to wear custom creations from the fashion gods and goddesses of the past, Spring 2012 promises us a resurgence of opulence with the revival of glamorous Art Deco fashion. Looking for something snazzy and chic to wear to a swanky nightclub? Want to get decked out in full flapper fashion for the premiere of Baz Luhrmann's The Great Gatsby? Take inspiration from these gorgeous pieces off the runway:
Gucci Spring 2012 RTW
Ralph Lauren Spring 2012 RTW
Etro Spring 2012 RTW
Roberto Cavalli Spring 2012 RTW
Gucci Spring 2012 RTW
Looking for something more budget friendly? Here are my more affordable picks:
ASOS Bandeau Dress With Embellished Bust and Feather Skirt, asos.com, £155 (sale)
ASOS Sequin Dress with Knot Twist, asos.com, £60
Lipsy VIP Scallop Beaded Dress, asos.com, £78
Romancing the Rhinestone Heel, modcloth.com, $84.99
Lady Charm-alade Heel, modcloth.com, $47.99
Graduating Drop Earrings, forever21.com, $3.80
Brilliant A-Ray Necklace, modcloth.com, $59.99
In High Feather Headband, modcloth.com, $15.99
Vintage Cloche Black 1920's hat sold by romanticcountry, etsy.com, $89.99
Glittered Web Minaudiere, forever21.com, $17.80
Embellished Maze Clutch, forever21.com, $27.80
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