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What were 1920's fabrics and colors

1920's fabrics included the likes of linen, cotton, and wool mixed with acetates, rayon and pure silk. Daytime clothing was medium to lightweight in crepes, georgette, knits, and light suiting with natural color tones of browns, blues and grays. Eveningwear meant silk, in sheer chiffon and denser fabrics boasting of more vivacious colors. Prints for both day and night were common but as small, checks or floral. Want to add a little spice to your 1920's attire? Add a colorful boa, roll out those fishnet stockings, put a cigarette in a long, feminine holder and don those 72" beads to jazz up your outfit!