Day 3- 1940's

The Inspiration-

I love these coats. They are simple, and the pleats in the skirt seem very classy. Okay, the real reason I like them is that they remind me of the (10th) doctor's trench coat. 3 more days guys! But they are very classy and very 40's.

The Interpretation-

We now have colour film! I chose a light blue coat with, yes, SHOULDER PADS, and a sharp collar. I added a dark belt. I curled my hair and added a head scarf. Also, I think my quilt is kinda 40's. Anyway, hopefully next week shouldn't be 40's again. 

The notes:

I think this is the best one I've done so far. The main miss was the pleats and double breasted buttons. However, the collar and the pockets are very perfect.

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Day 2- 1930's

The Inspiration-

I took inspiration from the dress on the left. I loved the slightly puffed sleeves and button front, and somehow the collar makes it seem a bit stronger. I couldn't find anything quite like this, but I found a similar dress in a shorter style.

The interpretation

I used a sepia filter, but the dress is a blue denim. It has  the same button up style and collar, but the belt is different and the dress is shorter. I left my hair straight. 

The Notes-

I could have done better on this one, but the style is still similar. I really wish I could have found a longer dress, or something with pleats. I think one of the quintessential items of the great depression area fashion was the floral print, but after finding this simplicity pattern, I couldn't help myself.

Cheers,

Sofie

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Day 1: The 1920's

The inspiration:

Isn't she pretty? I love the dropped waist and long pearls. The sparkly headband and bangle are also fun. I changed it up a bit...
The interpretation:

 I used a drop-waisted grey dress I already had, along with a pink bangle, pearls and brown knee high socks. For my hair, I added some curl at the tips and topped it off with a glittery flower headband. 

The notes: 
I think that this outfit thoroughly encompasses the nature of the 1920's. It's fun, simple, and very classy. The glitter and beads show the extravagance of the 20's and really tell you about how people spent. Some points this outfit is missing that I would have loved to have are: That cocktail ring on her left pinky. I also love the straight neckline and low, glittered straps. I also wish my necklace went lower. Other than that, however, I really think I hit the nail on it's head with this one!

Cheers,
Sofie.

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A hint for next weeks outfit here

What is the Costume Project? Who am I?

Hi! My name is Sofie Holmes, and I am an 8th grade student at a not to be named middle school in a state in a country. Anyway, I noticed that the history and English department at my nondescript middle school needed a bit of color, and maybe some creativity. Heck, the math and science could use some too, but for now, let's just stick to History and English. Anyways, I thought I needed to do something. When I attack a problem, I like to think about my skills. When I attacked this problem, the first think I thought about was "Dress Up". I love dress-up, and I think that what you wear is a great way to express yourself. So how could I incorporate dress up into American History and Lit? Well, the idea came because we were studying the 1920's and post WWI area in social studies. We read a bit about how women dressed in the 1920's and I was inspired. "Why not dress up based on the time in history we are studying?" I thought. Wouldn't it be fun to dress up as a different character every week? So that's what I decided to do. Every Wednesday from now to the end of the year, I will wear a costume inspired by my English or History class. It'll be fun, crazy, and maybe I'll be able to get some other kids to join in!