Wednesday, January 25, 2012

The Great Gatsby


My roommate and I threw a Great Gatsby-themed bash for my birthday this year. The Great Gatsby is one of my favorite novels, and I adore the '20s in general, especially for the fabulous fashion. From Midnight in Paris to the Artist to Boardwalk Empire to Baz Luhrmann's forthcoming cinematic adaptation of the novel, there's no shortage of sartorial inspiration out there!


The soiree was a smashing success, complete with retro cocktails, the 1974 film to set the mood, Gershwin tunes galore, a fun photobooth and plenty of shimmying.


Even Igby dressed up for the occasion. Doesn't he look dapper?
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33 comments:

  1. EvaNadineJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    i. heart. your. dog.

    and, and your dress too...happy belated burthday!

    but seriously. igby = adorable.

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  2. ShannonJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    Aww Igby is so freaking cute! I just started reading your blog and didn't realize you had a pug! I have two fawns; Iggy and Westley.

    Oh and Happy Birthday!

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  3. Destrehan's DaughterJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:49 AM

    I love the way you modernized everything a bit with those platform shoes. And, cutest pug ever.

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  4. Why Girls Are WeirdJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    Such a totally cute outfit! I love the vintage feel of it!

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  5. out of orderJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:51 AM

    you look flapping fabulous!!! happy belated bday:)

    <3Meghan

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  6. Andrea ClareJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:54 AM

    ahhh soo glad I found your blog!! I love your style!! I could spend all day on your blog, I think! haha

    http://andrea-clare.blogspot.com/

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  7. CaraJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    Gorgeous outfit, the shawl is simply stunning! Love Igby and his sweet little bow tie. Happy belated birthday!

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  8. Lindsey DixonJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:15 PM

    Ohhh that shawl! Where did it come from? Oh my gosh I love it! I'm drooling!

    Lindsey Soup

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  9. UnknownJanuary 25, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    The whole of this is just gorgeous! You look just perfect with that turban and the jewelled shawl
    xxx

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  10. T. RuxJanuary 25, 2012 at 1:55 PM

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  11. T. RuxJanuary 25, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    oh my God, I can't WAIT to see previews for the Baz Luhrmann Gatsby! Let's crash the premier!

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  12. LauraBeeJanuary 25, 2012 at 2:06 PM

    have you seen this book cover?
    http://pinterest.com/pin/154740937166349111/

    it's such a cleverly designed gatsby cover! i love 20s parties. so fun.

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  13. amberlyJanuary 25, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Happy birthday Katy!! This look is amazing and the party sounds like such fun!! The cape is stunning, you'll have it forever! :) Kisses to Igby!

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  14. KateJanuary 25, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    Wow! Gorgeous! Such a fun party idea as well!

    Kate
    theclassyblog.blogspot.com

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  15. gsJanuary 25, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    dying. love it so much - having trouble breathing. the new great gatsby film with carey mulligan will be the highlight of my existence. not even lying right now.

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  16. SheyJanuary 25, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    wow!!!

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  17. MarieBayAreaJanuary 25, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Happy Birthday! You and Igby look smashing.

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  18. Natasha FatahJanuary 25, 2012 at 5:16 PM

    Just gorgeous Katy! I love this look and I love the 20's as well. Baz is the guy to make the movie - with his artistic flair and romantic style, I'm sure he'll do a great job! Can't want to see it!

    Happy belated birthday!
    xoxo
    www.natashafatah.blogspot.com

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  19. The Semi SweetJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    Girl, you look AMAZING!!! I love what you wore to the party!! And what an awesome party idea!

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  20. KaylaJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:53 PM

    Sigh. So chic. All the time.

    <3

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  21. Kitsune-kunJanuary 25, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    wow! what a knockout dress! you look straight out of the era:)

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  22. JessicaJanuary 26, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    It makes me so happy when your pup enters the photos, too. :) Looking great, both of you!

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  23. AmberRayJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:13 AM

    I love your outfit. That is a great theme for your b-day. I just read that book for my classics book club and I started watching the movie (70's one with Robert Redford) last night. I liked the book.

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  24. danielleJanuary 27, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    lovee it & dog :))

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  25. Lindsey A. TurnerJanuary 27, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    You look adorable! Love your eyeliner!

    Lindsey Turner
    http://thriftandshout.blogspot.com

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  26. Jamie RoseJanuary 27, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    Awwwww Igby! Oh my god he's so cute. I'm dying.
    Also, you look awesome! I can't wait for the Baz Luhrmann film to come out either.

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  27. Ashley OrdingJanuary 28, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    This is such a beautiful, perfect outfit from head to toe... you look like the loveliest jazz baby! xo

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  28. 6 o'clock InspirationJanuary 28, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    I love this outfit! it definitely has the great gatsby '20s feel!!
    just found your blog and it is great you have such cute style!
    check out my blog and follow me!
    http://6oclockinspiration.blogspot.com/

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  29. UnknownJanuary 28, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    jaw droppingly stunning and as a lover of the Great Gatsby kudos on the kick ass theme!

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  30. RobynJanuary 29, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    A turban and sequins <3. I love the 20s too, and may just steal your party theme in the near future.

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  31. Tutti JacksonJanuary 30, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    Love your outfit, the book, the party theme and that is the cutest dog in a bow tie I've ever seen. Happy birthday!

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  32. LoriJanuary 31, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    I love the beaded collar. So very Daisy :)
    No More Sweatpants

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  33. JessicaFebruary 1, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    Igby is so cute. I've been wanting to a bow tie for my little kitty.

    feathersandbirds.blogspotcom

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