Tag Archives: Governor’s Island
1920s Menswear, Jazz Age Lawn Party
Many of the men at the Jazz Age Lawn Party wore knickers and argyle knee socks, a look that would have been considered positively relaxed and sporty in the 1920s. But men have it slightly easier than women when it comes to recreating ’20s fashion: vests, ties and newsboy caps like these are still being made today.
Posted in fashion
Tagged 1920s, Governor's Island, hats, Jazz Age Lawn Party, men, New York, street chic
Comments Off on 1920s Menswear, Jazz Age Lawn Party
White Lace Flapper Dress, Jazz Age Lawn Party
While it’s true that Coco Chanel popularized the little black dress in 1926, it was more for evening than for a summer garden party. Kudos to everyone who figured out that white was the standard 1920s attire for a hot summer day – like this vintage lace flapper dress with a beaded hem. All white in the summertime is still a chic choice today.
Posted in fashion
Tagged Governor's Island, Jazz Age Lawn Party, lace, New York, street chic, white, women
Comments Off on White Lace Flapper Dress, Jazz Age Lawn Party
1920s Hair and Makeup, Jazz Age Lawn Party
There were lots of great looks at this weekend’s Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governor’s Island, but the best were ones that really took you back in time. Her hair and makeup – plus the fab vintage jewelry – looks like something out of a 1920s soda shop ad. If this were a melodrama from the era, she would be the beautiful hat check girl.
Posted in fashion
Tagged 1920s, Governor's Island, haircuts, Jazz Age Lawn Party, lace, New York, street chic, women
Comments Off on 1920s Hair and Makeup, Jazz Age Lawn Party
Street Chic: Governor’s Island Polo
Despite 94-degree heat, New Yorkers dressed to impress at this Sunday’s Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic 2010 on Governor’s Island. Elaborate hats, some of them made by the wearer, dotted the sidelines at this match while Prince Harry faced off against Nacho Figueras. While sundresses are still a favorite for polo attire, short shorts and rompers made a bigger showing this year, a reversal from the maxi dresses at the Hamptons polo matches in previous seasons.
A daringly modern, minimalist look that stood out in the crowd. A black sunhat still roots the outfit in polo territory. (more…)
Posted in fashion
Tagged 1920s, Governor's Island, men, New York, polo, preppy fashion, street chic, women
Comments Off on Street Chic: Governor’s Island Polo