to help with my Halloween costume this year!
I was tossing about ideas for Halloween, and a CD friend suggested I go as a 1940's starlet. Now I REALLY like 1940's fashion (which I saw elements of in the 80's in my teens.), but I'm not too familiar with the movies of the 40's.
I chose my name, Ava, from Ava Gardner, btw. I like the classic pic of her in 'The Killers" (Attached) I could do this, but how many would recognize me as Ava Gardner?
My most favoritist do-able costume of all time would be Marion from Raiders of the Lost Ark. (I'd have to get the dress made.) I could wear Indy's hat or carry a bull whip or a torch,... "Indyyyyy! The torch is going out!" LOL...
I was thinking perhaps of carrying around a replica of "The Maltese Falcon." That would be an obvious hint. But the costumes I've seen in the pics aren't all that Ava... hmmm..
The easiest route would be a medium skirt, with seamed stockings, white blouse, teeny jacket, hat with netting, lace gloves and a thin box purse... But that's kinda generic...?
But perhaps there's a better movie or actress? Any notable actresses & outfits from the 40's that you think I could make a reasonable fascimile at?
I would love to hear your suggestions & point me to some pics, if possible...
Thank you all so VERY much!