Get the Downton Abbey look
The ’50s look is all about lace, shimmer and sparkle! Here, Donny Galella shows us how to get the Downton Abbey look.
Lady Edith look one
Lady Edith’s style incorporates lots of feminine fabrics such as divine delicate lace.
“We’re seeing a massive resurgence in lace and also in dresses with demure details such as long sleeves and higher necklines,” Donny says.
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Lady Edith look two
“On the high street lace is being seen on dresses, tops, skirts and even on accessories like shoes and clutches. One thing that is for sure, lace is eternally stylish and a must for every wardrobe,” Donny says.
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Lady Sybil look one
One of the most popular hats worn in the era was the ‘cloche’ hat.
“Not only do hats really finish off your outfit, but they also keep your head warm in the cooler months,” Donny says.
**dress: Alannah Hill $309, Hat: Alannah Hill $89, necklace: Lovisa $16.99 and Earrings: Lovisa $12.99.
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Lady Sybil look two
In the 1920’s it was all about the ‘Drop Waist’ during the ‘Flapper Era’.
“As we move into the early 1930’s the waist shifted higher and the ‘Empire waist appeared’ – a style that Lady Sybil wears with such poise and grace,” Donny said.
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Lady Mary look one
The the eldest sister really steps up the glamour stakes wearing all things decadent, opulent and rich.
“Take a leaf out of her style book and add some sparkle to your look. Whether it’s a dress, embellished hair comb, embroidered clutch or pumps complete with bling,” Donny says.
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Lady Mary look two
Mary’s look is all about shinny shimmery fabrics, embellishment, embroidery and dresses with exquisite beaded necklines.
“We saw loads of embellished gowns on the 2013 Logie Award red carpet and also on the international red carpets such as the Oscars and Golden Globes,” Donny says.
dress: Forever New $129.99, Heels: Forever New $89.99, belt: Alannah Hill $79 and Comb: Alannah Hill $69.
