Charleston Dresses

Our Charleston dresses capture the spirit of the Roaring Twenties: fringes that swing when you dance, sequins and beads that catch the light, and loose, light cuts made for the dance floor. It is the front door if you are after the Jazz Age look before choosing a specific style, from a short dancing dress to a long evening gown.

The look of 1920s style dresses is easy to spot: a straight, relaxed shape with a dropped waist, light fabrics, and plenty of decoration such as fringes, beads, sequins and geometric Art Deco motifs. Whether you call it a flapper dress, a Gatsby dress or a 20s dress, it is the same carefree glamour, perfect for a themed party, a cocktail evening or a wedding with a vintage theme. Many styles are also available in plus sizes, and some come as a complete outfit with accessories.

Carry on exploring with our 1940s dresses for a more structured elegance, or our 1950s dresses for post-war glamour. Find all our vintage dresses in one click.

Frequently asked questions

How do you recognise a 1920s Charleston dress?

A straight, loose shape with a low waist, light fabrics, and decoration such as fringes, beads, sequins or geometric Art Deco patterns. The length is often short to the knee, though long versions exist for evening.

What is the difference between a Charleston, flapper and Gatsby dress?

They all describe the same decade. Charleston is named after the dance, flapper after the young women who wore it, and Gatsby after the film set in the Roaring Twenties. The styles overlap, so you will find fringes, sequins and beads in all three.

Which accessories go with a Charleston dress?

Women of the 1920s paired their dresses with long gloves, pearl necklaces and feathered headbands. Some of our dresses come as a pack with accessories to complete the look.

Do you have Charleston dresses in plus sizes?

Yes, many of our styles are available in plus sizes.