Style on a budget: Rodarte spring/summer 2008

Flapper style is one of my favorite moments in fashion so I'm glad that this season designers paid more attention to it. I was particularly inspired by the modern-flapper look Rodarte showed on its spring 2008 collection: I love the floppy hat and the sheer, loose clothes. Gladiator heels and fingerless gloves bring the needed modern vibe.

Rodarte spring 2008

Rodarte spring 2008

I tried to recreate this look on a budget and this is the result: ok, maybe it's a little too sweet, but that's just me :) I just adore cameo jewelry and nude shades. You could update it by adding an oversize tote with a small round handle, or another "it" style.

modern flapper outfit

modern flapper outfit

Hand Knit Silk Crochet Short Seeve Cardigan, $52, compositions.com.
Women's Wide Brim Hat, $34.00, Timberland.
David Brooks Cotton Poplin Skirt, $46.70, Sierra Trading Post.
August Silk Lace Cotton Tank Top, $15.25, Sierra Trading Post.
Magnum sandal, Carlos by Carlos Santana, $98.99, shoes.com.
Jasper Crossbody Bag, $54.50, G By Guess.
Sterling Silver Genuine Layered Pearl Necklace, $48, Eve's Addiction.
Sterling Silver Marcasite Cameo Ring, $38.10, Antique Reflections.

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