All information and illustrations are taken from John Peacock's excellent books The Twentieth Century Fashion Sourcebook and Men's Fashion, The Complete Sourcebook. For further information on color and fabrics of the period, I strongly suggest you buy the books, as they contain a great deal of information.

	Ladies, 1920 - 1924
	Silhouette	Elongated, shapeless, lower waistline, shorter skirt.
	Bodice	Unfitted tube to low waist, over unboned corset.
	Neckline	Various V-shapes, boat-shaped, low round.
	Sleeves	Kimono, raglan, dolman, long inset gathered into cuffs
	Skirt	Ankle-, mid-calf-, and below knee-length; straight, flared
	Fabric	Silk and wool jersey, crepe-de-chine, silk georgette
	Trimmings	Fur, embroidered ribbon, beaded and sequined embroidery.
	Color	Bright, emerald green, acid yellow, royal blue, purple or pale and natural
	Accessories	Large hats with drooping brims, brimless cloches, short gloves, small bags with chain handles, lightweight shoes.

	Ladies, 1925 - 1929
	Silhouette	Long, shapeless, low waist, no bust, short skirt
	Bodice	Unfitted tube to hip level
	Neckline	V-shaped, low round, cowl.
	Sleeves	Kimono, raglan, dolman, some sleeveless models.
	Skirt	From 1925: just belowo the knee; from 1929: longer or uneven hems, handkerchief points.
	Fabric	Silk and wool jersey, crepe-de-chine, silk georgette, satin.
	Trimmings	Fur, monkey fur, large buttons, all-over sequin embroidery.
	Color	Bright, pure, pale, subdued, dramatic combinations.
	Accessories	Cloche hats, small bags, clutch bags, long glass bead necklaces and earrings, silk stockings, lightweight shoes.

Gentlemen, 1920 - 1929 Jacket Fitted into waist, narrow shoulders, single- or double-breasted, high fastenings, narror lapels, patch pockets, flap pockets, breast pockets, wool cloths, tweeds linens Waistcoat Fitted, single breasted, collarless, high fastenings, often matching jacket, sometimes not worn, or replaced with knitted waistcoat or sweater Trousers Straight, narrow hems with turns-ups, center creases, become wide to end of period, cloth matching jackets Shirt Collar-attached, some buttoned collars, plain or striped cottons Color Subtle blue, brown, green; light colors, cream light brown, beige, brighter colors for knitwear. Accessories Trilbies, caps, boaters, ties and bow-ties, gloves, knitted sweaters and scarves, pocket handkerchiefs, lace-up boots and shoes.

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