Inspired by... Downton Abbey

Parker silk cocktail dress / Mary Katrantzou print dress / Black lace cocktail dress / Parker white silk dress/ J Crew art deco necklace / Sabine art deco pendant / J Crew cuff jewelry / CZ by Kenneth Jay Lane deco earrings / Auden art deco necklace / Feather hat / Eugenia Kim felt floppy hat / Coast head wrap headband / Accessorize crystal hair accessory

Like many others before me, I've fallen for Downton Abbey. After watching all 4 seasons in 3 weeks, it's safe to say I'm obsessed. Watching the show, I couldn't help but be amazed at the detailing in all the costumes. I've never been one to love vintage wear, but Downton Abbey seriously make the 20s fashion look amazing. Searching for inspiration for this collage, I found a few designers that were inspired by the 20s - Parker, for example, has a lot of flapper-like dresses. And Eugenia Kim's hats that look like they are straight from the 20s. My favorite pieces are the jewels though. J Crew has a few 20s style jewels that have my heart - art deco necklace, you will be mine!

Are you a fan of Downton Abbey? What's your opinion on 20s fashion? Aye or nay? 

ModCloth Polyvore "In the Key of Chic" Dress Challenge

Modcloth Polyvore "In the Key of Chic" Dress Challenge 

In the Key of Chic Polka Dot Dress, 135 CAD / Long sleeve sweater, 49 CAD / Trench coat, 220 CAD / Flat shoes, 36 CAD / The Cambridge Satchel Company leather handbag, 150 CAD / Olivia Burton gold jewelry, 125 CAD / Mata Traders statement necklace, 22 CAD / Stud earrings, 11 CAD / Red hat, 33 CAD / Duck, Duck, Umbrella in Yellow, 20 CAD

When ModCloth asked if I'd participate in their Polyvore Uniquely You challenge, I of course said yes. Who doesn't love a good opportunity to put together a collage? The challenge was to create a look around the "In the Key of Chic Dress" from the ModCloth website. When I first saw the dress, it instantly brought my attention to Springtime! So I thought I'd put together a weather appropriate look to go with the dress. It's a little cold? Just layer the dress with a mustard colored sweater! It's raining? Throw on a nude trench (how cute is the lace?!) and a bright umbrella! I'm also loving how functional that satchel is as well for any occasion - you could even throw your mustard sweater in there!

Thanks for reading and be sure to check out the ModCloth Polyvore page for more inspiring looks!