Old Hollywood Glamour Revival

Style and fashion is always evolving and remodeling itself, but usually fashion does stop to recognize and pay a tribute to classic and vintage style. The days of Elizabeth Taylor, Marilyn Monroe, Sophia Lauren, and Audrey Hepburn were full of a classic elegance that is still unparalleled today. The women of old Hollywood stood out on the red carpet just as much as they did on screen. Old Hollywood glitz and glam is back as celebrities of all ages embrace the classic and timeless looks of old Hollywood. These actresses featured a lot of standard colors like black, white, and red from lipstick to dresses to jewelry. Think about Marilyn Monroe's signature look: white halter dress, Blonde hair, diamonds, and red lipstick. Could anything be more iconic? These women knew how to dress and they knew how to wear jewelry from bracelets to earrings. With all the over the top trends out there, it's nice to see current actresses acknowledging and emulating old Hollywood style. Stars like singer Katy Perry are known for dressing up in old Hollywood style, but in Perry's case with definite twists. Perry is known for her daring style, but also her ability to clean up on the red carpet. Old Hollywood style needn't always be such a cut and dry formula—have fun with it!

Luckily you don't have to be famous or an even actress to dress in old Hollywood style. Women of old Hollywood wore only the best: diamonds, rubies, emeralds, etc. This isn't practical for most women today unless of course you are a budding star. Crystals or Cubic Zirconia jewelry are excellent alternatives for expensive jewels. Cubic Zirconia is not only reasonably priced, but it also looks pretty close to the real thing! Only a trained eye can really tell the difference between diamonds and cz jewelry. I'm sure even the goddesses of old Hollywood would approve of the cubic zirconia jewelry available today.

The best way to channel old Hollywood glamour is to wear your jewelry with a refined and elegant flair. For formal occasions choose classic cuts in your gowns and sparkly jewels. Wear simple classic make-up and soft curls and you will be the bell of any ball!