Fashion Inspired by Film

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I think I've written a total of four posts on the Art Deco fashion of the 1920's alone. I can't help but dream of what it must have been like to live during that time when style really began to take risks. Of course, I probably would've needed a hefty bank account to accommodate the sparkly deco jewels and geometric prints of my dreams, but nonetheless I'm excited to be transported back to that era with the premiere of The Great Gatsby this weekend.

I rounded up a few items that I would love to add to my collection. The blush pink beaded clutch is simply beautiful, seriously. I'm in the process of redoing my room and would also love to add a vintage print to my walls like the one of the three ladies above. (Plus, all the items above are under $50!)

What do you love more about this era? The clean lines or the dazzling jewels?

xo, 

Elissa

The Cicada Club

{Dress: ASOS; Earrings: Charlotte Russe}

As promised, here are some snapshots from my birthday party at the Cicada Club (inside the Oviatt building) in Downtown Los Angeles. It was a spectacular night, with wonderful friends, fun music, and great dancing. I couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate the big 2-2! I decided to do dinner before getting to the Cicada, since their menu has a fixed price of $60 per person. However, I'd love to go back, dress to the nines, and splurge on dinner for two (the food looked amazing!). The entrance fee was $10 for this particular show and the valet parking is $7 (worth it, since half my guests were in heels). Guests coming only to see the show are escorted to the mezzanine lounge upstairs, which boasts a smaller dance floor and a full bar. The mezzanine lounge fills up within the hour before the show and chairs are taken on a first-come basis. From the balcony we watched the show and then ventured downstairs to join the dancing ourselves. (Ronnie is a natural dancer. He twirled me around the dance floor as I attempted to look like I had some rhythm . . . .) Here are some highlights of the night!

{Some of my gorgeous friends and I! Floral Jacket: Poshmark purchase}

{The bellman stated "Welcome to the 1920's" when we walked through these doors. Love!}

{My dapper date and I. Skinny Tie: H&M; Fedora: Downtown Disney Kiosk!}

{Jazz Orchestra, main dance floor of the club}

{Cupcake Toppers by Shop Sweet LuLu}

{Striped Straws by Shop Sweet Lulu}