# Flapper Fashion Couture sees a resurgence of the Roaring 20s. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Jan 7, 2012, updated Mar 27, 2012 | Category: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/style-and-fashion-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/flapper-fashion ## Key Figures - Trend score: 5.2/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Flapper Fashion trend? **Flapper Fashion:** Fashion is embracing fringe and chic bobs once again as couture photography showcases sultry 20s-inspired themes, clothing and accessories. In contrast to other eras, the Roaring 20s was a time of female empowerment tinged with sensuality -- thus, it's not surprising that today's fierce fashion consumers would be quick to embrace this vintage aesthetic once again. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Jun 23 to Sep 16, 2011 - Published: Jan 7, 2012 - Patterns: [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality), [Reduction](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/reduction) - Megatrends: [Curation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/curation), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia), [Youthfulness](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/youthfulness) ## Audience - Gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Themes within the Flapper Fashion trend ### Vintage Aesthetic Fashion is embracing vintage aesthetics once again, and photographers are showcasing them in sultry 20s-inspired themes, clothing, and accessories. ### Flapper Fashion Flapper fashion is influencing contemporary designs, with chic bobs and fringe making a comeback in modern styles. ### Cat-Inspired Shoes Cat-inspired stilettos and cat flats are making a splash in the fashion world, with Charlotte Dellal's Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection creating a frenzy for all shoe lovers. ## What the Flapper Fashion trend means for industry ### For Fashion The fashion industry has been heavily influenced by vintage aesthetics and flapper fashion, providing opportunities for designers to innovate with modern twists on retro styles. ### For Photography Photographers are showcasing vintage aesthetics and flapper fashion in their work, providing new opportunities for retro-themed shoots and editorials. ### For Footwear Footwear designers are drawing inspiration from animals, with cat-inspired stilettos and flats creating a buzz in the fashion industry. ## Trend signals for Flapper Fashion Trend score 5.2 out of 10, from popularity 71%, activity 78%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 71% - Activity: 78% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Flapper Fashion trend 6 featured examples from Jun 23 to Sep 16, 2011. - [Chic Carousel Flapper Photography](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auguste-abeliunaite-vogue-portugal): The Auguste Abeliunaite Vogue Portugal September Issue is Hot (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Fashion brands can incorporate playful amusement park elements and teen angst vibes into their designs. - [Roaring 20s Editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adore-me): Tush Magazine's Adore Me Spread Seems to Take Place in a Racy Brothel (Category: Naughty) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Integrate technology like smart fabrics and augmented reality dressing rooms to transform the fashion industry and enhance the customer experien… - [Funky Flapper Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/matt-feddersen-phoebe-photos): The Matt Feddersen 'Phoebe' Photos Capture the 20s Aesthetic (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore sustainable and ethically produced fashion options that draw inspiration from historical styles, catering to consumers' growing interest… - [Perfectly Posh Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/derercuny-fw11-12): The Derercuny FW11/12 Lookbook Exudes a Wealth of Class (Category: Fashion) Implication: Potential for retailers to offer vintage-inspired fashion collections to meet the rising consumer demand. - [Ferocious Flapper Editorials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juju-ivanyuk-soon-international): The Juju Ivanyuk Soon International Spread is Mysteriously Seductive (Category: Pop Culture) Implication: Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of modernizing retro styles. - [Ferociously Feisty Cat Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charlotte-olympia-autumn-winter-2011): The Charlotte Olympia Autumn/Winter 2011 Collection is Wild (Category: Fashion) Implication: Creating unique and alluring shoe collections that cater to fashion enthusiasts. ## Recent trend clusters - [Scaled Restraint](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/small-luxury-watches) (Fashion) - [Sneaker Theater](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sneaker-theater) (Fashion) - [Ritual Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/ritual-systems) (Fashion) - [Athletic Styling](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/athletic-styling) (Fashion) ## Trending in Fashion - [Paisley-Shelled Collector Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paisley-shelled-collector-sneakers) - [Fruit-Inspired Digital Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/themed-wristwatches) - [Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-and-prestige) - [Modular Winter Wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-knuckles-fallwinter-2026) All articles: [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion)