Flapper Costumes

20s Flapper Costume Basics

A convincing 20s flapper costume has four parts: a straight fringe or sequin dress, a headband worn low on the forehead, long gloves and a long necklace. Add Mary Jane or T-strap shoes and seamed stockings for a finished look. Many dresses here are sold as sets with accessories, which saves time and keeps everything matching.

For makeup, try a dark lip, soft rounded brows and a little shimmer on the eyelids. Short hair can be waved; long hair looks period-correct in a low bun or a pinned faux bob.

Womens Flapper Costume Choices

Choose fringe if you plan to dance, beads for a more formal look, and a set if you want everything at once. Gold and silver are the most festive; black is the easiest to accessorize.

Flapper and Gangster Costume Pairs

Couples and friends often dress as a flapper and a gangster. Pair a sequin dress with a pinstripe suit or waistcoat, suspenders, a fedora and a bow tie from our 1920s men's clothing.

Flapper Costume Accessories

Feather boas, headbands, opera gloves, faux pearl necklaces and small beaded purses are the classic finishing touches. Explore feather boas, flapper headbands and opera gloves.

Flapper Costumes FAQ

What do I need for a flapper costume?

A fringe or sequin dress, a headband, long gloves, a long necklace and T-strap or Mary Jane shoes.

Can I make a flapper costume myself?

Yes. Start with a straight dress and add fringe, then finish with store-bought accessories such as a headband and gloves.

Do the costume sets include accessories?

Sets show their included pieces in the option photo; dress-only options do not include accessories.

When should I order for Halloween?

Delivery usually takes 10 to 20 business days, so order by early October.