Purim is approaching, and everyone is already under pressure to choose their costumes.
Forget about superheroes, doctors, cats or characters from successful series, we are in favor of dressing up inspired by fashionable periods from the last century, and we have prepared the guide that will help you choose your favorite decade.
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The 20s
Fashion has changed dramatically during this decade.
Women began to adopt shorter hemlines, looser and more relaxed silhouettes, and bold and flamboyant accessories.
The dresses were usually sleeveless and featured low waists, low necklines and short hemlines.
They were designed to be loose and moveable, allowing women to move freely and dance the night away.
Floppy hats were a popular accessory during the 1920s.
These hats were designed to fit well on the head, with brims that slope down towards the face.
They were often decorated with feathers, beads or other decorative elements.
What do you need for the costume?
Mini dress with sequins and fringes, gloves, short wig, pearl jewelry and headband with feather.
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the 50's
The fashion of the 1950s was characterized by a return to glamor and femininity, after the austerity of World War II.
She was influenced by the rise of Hollywood and the new celebrity culture, emphasizing a meticulous and polished appearance.
One of the influencers was the fashion designer Christian Dior who designed the NEW LOOK in 1947, which influenced the entire decade that followed.
What do you need for the costume?
Full, puffy skirts were a popular trend in the 1950s.
These skirts often had layers of tulle or crinoline underneath to create a dramatic bell-shaped silhouette. They were usually worn with fitted tops or blouses tucked into the skirt. Another must-have item is a thin waist belt, And to complete the look, add cat sunglasses and a scarf.
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70's
In the 70s, fashion became much freer and even provocative.
This is the time of the flower children who wanted to celebrate love and not war, and this was reflected in their clothes.
In these years, the bell bottoms that were a popular trend in the 70's came into fashion.
The pants flared from the knee down, creating a bell-like shape.
They were usually made of denim or other strong fabrics, and were often worn with platform shoes which were also a strong trend.
Many women have embraced long, flowing dresses with bold prints and vibrant colors.
These dresses were often made of light materials such as cotton or polyester, and were designed to be comfortable and easy to wear.
In this decade, belly shirts also appeared for the first time.
What do you need for the costume?
A flowing and loose maxi dress in bright colors, round sunglasses with yellow lenses, a suede vest and a long wig.
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the 80s
The decade that many would like to forget and are ashamed to look at pictures from then, is of course the 80s, known as years with excessive fashion.
Punk and rock dominated music, and fashion followed them to extremes.
Electronic music started to develop and created a club scene.
Boy George, Madonna and Whitney Houston became famous and they represent the style of the time.
What do you need for the costume?
Start with swollen and excessive hair, as messy as possible.
Strong makeup, neon colors and glitter.
Shoulder pillows and a variety of prints, use of metallic colors and other materials such as plastic, leather and rivets.
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the 90s
The film that best describes the period is "Clueless", through which you can examine the fashion of the 90s.
Fashion was defined by a combination of different styles and influences.
One of the most prominent trends includes grunge fashion, flannel shirts, ripped jeans, black boots and oversized knit sweaters.
On the other hand, minimalism took center stage and we saw a lot of very clean total looks.
Of course, we must not forget that hip-hop entered our lives, and influenced fashion with low-cut baggy pants and tank tops.
What do you need for the costume?
A white t-shirt, a plaid mini dress on top, a black choker chain close to the neck, platform shoes and a high ponytail.
Or as they call it today - the popular "school girl" look.
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