- S (AU 6-8) / Black - $49.49
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- L (AU 12-14) / Black - $49.49
- XL (AU 14-16) / Black - $49.49
Womens 1920s Flapper Dress - Black Gold Gatsby Charleston Costume
DELIVERY
- Dispatch: Within 24 Hours
- Registered & Express Post for ALL Orders.
- Pick up is available.
- Easy 14 days returns and exchanges
RETURNS
If you do not like the product you can return it within 14 days - no questions asked. This excludes stockings, gloves, swimwear and clearance sale items. We have an easy and hassle-free return policy. Please look at our Delivery & Returns section for further information.
PRODUCT DETAILS
What's in the Box
- Full-length beaded flapper dress in black with gold and silver Art Deco embellishments
- Sheer mesh sleeves with vertical beaded stripes
- Integrated fringe hem (4–6 inches long)
This Womens 1920s Flapper Dress brings jazz age glamour to any vintage event, with Art Deco geometric and floral beading across a black sheath silhouette and a dramatic fringe hem that moves with every Charleston step.
The sheer beaded sleeves and V-neckline (front and back) channel Prohibition-era elegance, while the layered construction — opaque black underlayer with a transparent embellished overlay — catches the light at every angle. The fringe is securely attached at a zigzag scalloped hemline and extends several inches for authentic Roaring Twenties movement. Center back zipper makes this easy to slip on and off.
Perfect For
Gatsby Parties & 1920s Themed Events: The go-to for Great Gatsby costume parties, Charleston dance nights, speakeasy soirées, or any Roaring Twenties celebration where you want to look the part.
Halloween & New Year's Eve: A standout choice for vintage Halloween looks or New Year's glam with Art Deco flair — pair with T-strap heels and a feathered headband for full flapper effect.
Costume Parties & Vintage Conventions: Perfect for any dress-up event calling for period elegance — vintage car shows, murder mystery dinners, or 1920s history re-enactments.
How to Wear It
Pair with black T-strap heels or Mary Janes and layer on long pearl necklaces (the longer the better — aim for waist-length). Add a feathered headband or jewelled hair clip, and consider a short bob wig if you want to commit fully to the look. Skip modern jewellery — stick with pearls, feathers, and vintage brooches.
FAQs
What size should I order?
Check the size chart for bust and hip measurements — this dress has a fitted sheath silhouette through the bodice and hips, so if you're between sizes or prefer a looser fit, size up. The back zipper gives you some flexibility.
Can I wear this without a slip underneath?
The dress has an opaque black underlayer, but the overlay is sheer mesh with beading. Most wearers find it modest as-is, but if you prefer extra coverage wear a black slip or shapewear underneath — nothing will show through the beading.
How do I care for the beading and fringe?
Hand wash cold or spot clean only — beaded and sequined garments don't do well in machines. Hang to dry away from direct heat. The fringe is securely attached, but handle gently to avoid snagging the beadwork.
Is this suitable for a Gatsby-themed wedding or formal event?
Absolutely. The black and gold palette is formal enough for evening events, and the Art Deco detailing is classic 1920s elegance. Just confirm the dress code allows costumes or vintage attire before committing.
Care: Hand wash cold, hang dry. Store flat to protect beading and fringe.
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Returns Policy
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.
To start a return, you can contact us at sales@kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au.
If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return form, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.
Shipping
We offer Flat Rates $9.8 for Registered Post or $14.8 for Express Post within Australia.