When I think of The Great Gatsby, I first think of how much I loved reading it in high school, then I think of how fun it would be to have a Gatsby-themed party (wouldn’t it?!). CollegeFashion had a similar idea and decided to make a few every day outfits inspired by The Great Gatsby. While I’ve always been a sucker for the flapper-girl look (for Halloween, of course), I love the ideas that CF put together.

I think they really do put a modern spin on a classic look. Interested? Check it out here!

Ashley is a freshman at George Washington University and she’s majoring in “Overanalyzing Situations” and International Affairs. Follow her on twitter @ashleybrooks25

You wouldn’t be alone if you thought that a modern, simplistic aesthetic was what was hot at the moment, however, you’d be dead wrong.

What is hot, you ask? Vintage. But not that 80′s crap you’ve been regurgitating for the last 5 years. Nope. Get ready for 1920′s vintage flair.

Needed:

• Beading and fringing

• Drop-waists

• Kate Moss for Topshop

• Short bobs

• Cloche hats

Could this be it? Are the days of babydoll dresses and tent-like silhouettes gone for good? Can we all finally find some dresses that will hug our curves and flatter our features? Is it finally acceptable to be dressed up and beautiful because – gasp! – you want to be? Read More »