Great Gatsby/Roaring ‘20s Theme: Costumes

 

For All Guests

  1. Faux Cigarette Holders & Cigars
  • Long black cigarette holders for women, and mock cigars (chocolate or prop) for men
  1. Art Deco Fans & Parasols
  • Elegant feather or lace fans for dramatic flair
  • Small decorative parasols for photo props or porch mingling
  1. Vintage Glasses & Opera Binoculars
  • Round wireframe glasses or faux opera glasses as statement pieces
  1. Gold-Flaked Temporary Tattoos
  • Gatsby-inspired art deco designs or quote tattoos like “Live Fast, Love Hard, Die Young”

For Women

  1. Feathered Headbands
  • Beaded or rhinestone headbands with a feather plume on the side
  • Peacock or gold feather options for added drama
  1. Long Gloves
  • Satin elbow-length gloves in black, ivory, or deep jewel tones
  1. Pearl Strings & Brooches
  • Multiple layered faux pearl strands
  • Oversized brooches pinned to sashes or gloves
  1. Fringe Shawls & Beaded Wraps
  • Lightweight shawls with art deco patterns or sequin accents
  1. Compact Mirrors & Beaded Clutches
  • Vintage-inspired hand mirrors for selfies
  • Small beaded purses or sequin wristlets

For Men

  1. Suspenders & Pocket Watches
  • Classic suspenders over crisp white shirts
  • Faux pocket watches on chains for authenticity
  1. Bow Ties & Cravats
  • Bold patterns or velvet bow ties
  • Optional cravat tucked into a waistcoat for an old-money look
  1. Fedoras, Boaters, & Newsboy Caps
  • Black or white fedoras for formal flair
  • Straw boaters for garden party scenes
  1. Boutonnieres
  • Fabric or feather boutonnieres to pin on suspenders or lapels
  1. Cufflinks & Tie Pins
  • Gold or art deco-styled cufflinks
  • Custom tie pins with initials or Gatsby emblems

Optional Party Favors or Accessories You Can Provide

  • Mini perfume atomizers (filled with scented mist or bubbles)
  • Custom drink stirrers shaped like 1920s icons (top hats, flapper silhouettes)
  • Personalized name tags with 1920s nicknames like “The Jazz Baron” or “Miss Mint Julep”
  • Temporary tattoos or sticker mustaches for fun
  • Sequin or velvet masquerade masks for a midnight reveal

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