Must-have accessories for flapper and gangster costumes

Our top picks for 1920s costume accessories

Sometimes it's the smallest details that can transform a costume from drab to fab. For wannabe gangsters and flappers, there are loads of costume accessories we can recommend. It's easy to add a touch of sparkle to your flapper outfit. Just slip on some statement jewellery like a pearl necklace or rhinestone headpiece. Then coordinate your dress with a feather boa and matching gloves and you'll look just like a starlet from the Great Gatsby movie set! For wannabe 1920s gangsters, a pinstripe suit is one costume option you can't refuse. A fedora hat and tie combination is just one way to polish up your gangster look. Strut around with a fat Cuban cigar in hand, and you'll look like a made man who's got it all figured out.

Flapper accessories

Headbands

You can't deny the opulent qualities of a gorgeous headpiece. You'll discover a glamorous range of headbands from our flappers and gangster category. If you're going for a certain colour theme, try matching a black headband with your black dress. Likewise, if your flapper dress is adorned with sequins, pair it with a sequined headband. You see? Accessorising doesn't have to be that complicated. Black Peacock Feather Headband Netting and Feather Headband Black Crystal Headband Feather chain headband

Cigarette holders

What flapper costume would be complete without a cigarette holder? This glam, yet practical fashion accessory was used before filtered cigarettes were invented. Flappers would use it to keep tobacco flakes and smoke away from their eyes while puffing away on their favourite cigarette. We recommend styling a jewelled cigarette holder with any flapper dress that features a sparkly or sequinned pattern. Our gold cigarette holder pairs superbly with a black flapper dress and other gold accessories. Sequinned cigarette holder Flapper Cigarette Holder Jewelled Cigarette Holder Gold Telescopic Cigarette Holder

Necklaces

A pearl necklace is one of the most iconic accessories available from our flapper and gangster costume range. Back in the roaring 20s, pearl necklaces were a staple for flappers. Pearl necklaces can be fashioned in a number of ways to enhance the look of your flapper costume. If your necklace is extra long, you can double layer or tie it into a knot. You could even wrap it around your wrist to go with the rest of your bracelets and rings. Double Layer Pearl Necklace Vintage Pearl Flapper Necklace Multi Layered Flapper Necklace Ivory Pearl Flapper Necklace

Feather boas and stoles

For fashion fluff that goes from neck to cuff, you can't deny the appeal of a feather boa. Coordinate the colours of your feather boa with the rest of your flapper dress accessories for a chic roaring 20s look. We also love the look of a 1920's flapper stole. This plush and comfy fashion accessory will dial your 20s style up to eleven. Pair it with a colour matching headband for maximum effect. Feather Boa 1920s Flapper Stole 1920s Feather boa Black and White Feather Boa

Gangster accessories

Pipes and cigars

How else are you meant to enjoy the finer things in life like tobacco from Cuba? Complete the look of your 1920s gangster costume with a smoking accessory. Take a few puffs out of your pipe, and you'll look every bit the part in your gangster costume. Invest in a two pack of cigars and smoke it up with your fellow mafia confidant. Gentleman's Costume Pipe Pipe Costume Accessory Jumbo Puff Cigar Two Pack Cigars

Moustaches

Accentuate that stiff upper lip with a glorious moustache. If you struggle to grow your own, there's no shame in taking a short cut to glory. Delve deep into our flapper and gangster costume range, and you'll find a few gangster kits that come complete with a moustache too. Avoid the urge to stroke your new face accessory, and you'll look like a made man for the rest of the night. Gangster 1920s Moustache Gangster Kit with Moustache Winged Moustache

Hats

Hats off to you for wanting to dress like a 1920s gangster! On second thought, we'll leave our hats on. Donning a stylish fedora hat is the perfect way to top off a gangster costume. Our flapper and gangster range includes a number of assorted hats to match your gangster costume. We recommend pairing this dashing pinstripe trilby hat with a like-minded pinstripe gangster costume. 1920s Fedora Hat Black Fedora Hat Trilby Gangster Hat Capone Trilby Hat

Ties and scarves

Sometimes all you need is a few handsome accessories to tie everything together. Avoid the cold stares of your mafia enemies in a warm scarf. It's an easy way to dress up your gangster outfit without breaking the bank. Rock up in a full suit and tie combo, and you'll never be accused of dressing down. If anything, you'll look like one of the most distinguished guests at your 1920s costume party. So don't forget to add a tie to your gangster suit ensemble. Extra points for panache if you wear a contrasting white tie with your black pinstripe suit. White Gangster Scarf 1920s Scarf with Tassels Long Gangster Tie Gangster Costume Set Find all the flapper and gangster accessories you need in our roaring 1920s costume category.