Published in 1925, The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald has become world-famous, not least of which for the glamorous and lavish lifestyle of the 1920s it so dazzlingly displays.
Nearly a century later we find ourselves in the roaring 20s again, and the iconic style of the much-loved era still inspires fashion.
If you are a hopeless romantic like Jay Gatsby himself, draw some inspiration from the timeless love story for your wedding. Here’s how.
Decor:
Think everything glittering and gold. This is your time to shine. Opulence is the word of the day and colour schemes revolve around black, white and gold. Play with textures like boas, ribbons, beads and metals.
Dress:
The 1920s fashion style played with flowy fabrics and lots of layers. Combine with different textures like sequins, beads, pearls and faux fur, and you’ve got a winner. Short sleeves and open backs are all the rage. Kit out your bridal party in some fabulous champagne tones.
Hair:
Curls, curls, curls. The very famously uniquely set-curl style of the rich and famous is back again. Remember, a feathery or sequinsy headband is a must. An updo to the side is a classic, but you can also wear your curls down with an accessory on one side.
Makeup and nails:
Bold and beautiful, don’t hold back on your makeup. Dark, smokey eyes and bright red lips will have you feeling confident as ever. Your nails can boast art-deco shapes and once again, glitter!
Suit:
Hubby gets to go in style as well. A bow-tie is the answer to all his questions. A top hat will look exceptionally dapper and add a buttoned vest for the finishing touch.
Bouquet:
Stick to all white flowers and add some feathers. Keep it sparkly with extra accessories like pearls.
Cake:
You get to play with shapes and tones and textures all the more! Square is the way to go, accessorised with the shapes and colours of your decor.
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Rapper AKA has taken the next step and popped the question to girlfriend Nelli Tembe.
AKA took to Instagram on Monday to announce the exciting news, sharing an image of his future wife’s sparkler with the caption, “21/02/21 – love of my life said Yesssss.”
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The pair have been together for over a year but have been relatively private with their relationship. They appear quite loved up, with the musician writing songs Cross My Heart and Mr Perfect about their relationship.
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Before Tembe, AKA famously dated presenter and businesswoman Bonang Matheba as well as DJ Zinhle, with whom he shares a child. This is the rapper’s first confirmed engagement.
Congratulations to the happy couple!
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A new buzz word going around wedding circles is the “management ring”, if you can’t decipher what it is, we’ll just tell you: an engagement ring for men!
Gender norms are out the window and equality is in as men are joining in on the bling. Why should women only get exciting jewellery to tell the world they will soon be a Mrs (or just a married Ms)?
The term “management” doesn’t refer to any high-level oversight a woman has to do on her man. Rather it’s a fun combination of the word man and engagement.
The trend has becoming increasingly popular especially since it is a common practice among gay men, with each giving the other mean ngagement ring or going to pick out ones together. In addition, a few celebrities have been seen sporting them over the years including Michael Bublé and Ed Sheeran.
Management rings come in all shapes and sizes, ranging from clumsy-proof silicon to blinged out statement pieces.
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Although the skin-bearing styles of wedding dresses are a lasting fashion, sleeves add feminine sophistication to a demure gown.
Wedding dress sleeves were previously considered for a more conservative, cautious bride but have become a fashion statement and added accessory.
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There are many reasons why someone may want to cover their shoulders. Whether you are insecure of the shape or size, it’s important that you feel truly comfortable and beautiful on your big day.
Luckily, sleeves are super trendy in the wedding world right now. Puffy and over-the-top sleeves have been revamped into a variety of styles.
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The cap sleeve is short, covering just the shoulders and extending no further than the armpit. The boat neck sleeve has a wider neckline and slides just off the shoulders, highlighting the collar bone. Another favourite is the one-shoulder sleeve which ultimately speaks for itself.
When opting for a sleeved gown make sure to pick the right fabric. Lace and sheer fabric are fashion-forward, light and breathable but are also often less stretchy and forgivable, so they need to be fitted well.
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The length of your sleeves will also be determined by your style of dress and your preference. You can opt for a full lace sleeve or choose a style that incorporates lace fabric with hints of diamante detailing, adding a little extra sparkle.
If you’d still like to show a bit of skin, then perhaps you can choose a dress style with sleeves that also features a backless detail or a high slit.
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