1920s-style New Year’s Eve – how to prepare for the ball and where to spend it
The 1920s are back as one of the favorite themes for New Year’s Eve balls: art déco, jazz, golden sparkle and sequins, and the elegance of The Great Gatsby era. A 1920s-style New Year’s Eve offers what a club party lacks – atmosphere, a carefully planned outfit and the feeling of entering another world. Below, we explain how to dress and prepare, and finally – where to welcome the New Year in this style by the sea.
If you’re looking for a ready-made idea, PINEA Resort in Pobierowo organizes a 1920s-style New Year’s Eve ball by the sea – away from the city crowds, in an intimate and elegant setting.
A 1920s-style party – what creates its atmosphere?
The golden age of the 1920s is an aesthetic that still stands the test of time. Its strength lies in contrast: elegance combined with fun, and luxury with lightness. This was the era when flapper style was born and evening parties became an opportunity for great fun and stylish extravagance. Before we move on to outfits, it is worth capturing the mood of the era itself.
Black, gold and art déco – colors and decorations
The 1920s palette is both restrained and striking: black, gold, silver and deep white. Decorations draw on art déco – geometric patterns, feathers, mirrored surfaces, candles and subdued lighting. This aesthetic creates the mood of an exclusive evening without excess or kitsch.
Jazz, swing and Charleston – music of the golden age
The sounds of the era are jazz, swing and Charleston. Even when a ball combines classics with modern sounds, these rhythms give the evening its character. Golden-age music draws you onto the dance floor and makes an era-inspired outfit transport us back in time.
1920s outfits – what to wear for New Year’s Eve?
The good news: you don’t need a full costume. An elegant base and one or two period accents are enough to capture the mood. Here are suggestions for her and him.
1920s-style dress – sequins, fringe and a dropped waist
A 1920s-style dress has a loose, simple cut with a dropped waist, often decorated with sequins or fringe that moves beautifully while dancing. The best choices are:
simple black, gold or silver midi or mini dresses,
sequins and fringe – classic hallmarks of flapper style,
satin and delicate fabrics with a sheen that catch the light,
deep colors – besides classic black, bottle green, burgundy and navy work well.
If you don’t have a period dress, a simple, elegant base in one of these colors plus accessories is enough to complete the look. It’s the silhouette that matters: a loose cut, lightness and sparkle, not a faithful reproduction of a costume.
1920s men’s fashion – suit, waistcoat and bow tie
1920s men’s fashion is elegant with character. The base is simple; the details make the difference:
a dark suit – black, charcoal or navy,
a waistcoat and bow tie instead of a regular tie,
braces, a pocket watch and classic shoes as period accents.
1920s accessories – headband, pearls and gloves
Accessories determine whether an outfit tells the story of the era. For her: a feathered or brooch-adorned headband, long strands of pearls, satin gloves and a small clutch. For him: a bow tie, pocket square and hat. One or two such accents are enough to capture the mood – the dress code should create an atmosphere, not cause stress.
1920s hair and makeup – how to recreate flapper style?
1920s hairstyles are chiefly the short bob and finger waves. With longer hair, the effect is easy to imitate: simply wear a low updo with a wave at the face, creating the look of a shorter hairstyle.
1920s makeup focuses on a bold accent: dark, defined eyes with eyeliner, graphite or gold eyeshadow, and deep red or burgundy lips. Small shimmering details are welcome – gold on the eyelid and a subtle glow on the skin. The overall look should be striking but elegant, without exaggeration. A forehead headband and sparkling jewelry complete the flapper style.
Remember that a period-inspired look works best as a coherent whole: the hairstyle, makeup and one strong accessory should work together. The goal is not to wear everything at once, but to let a few elements tell the same story.
A New Year’s Eve ball by the sea – why is it worth it?
The outfit is half the fun. The other half is the venue – and a seaside resort in the off-season provides a setting that is hard to find in the city.
Elegant fun instead of a crowded club
A New Year’s Eve ball by the sea is for those who prefer an elegant evening to a crowded club. Instead of a cloakroom queue at midnight, you get an intimate gathering, a carefully designed setting and a place where it’s easy to feel the spirit of the golden age. It’s a different kind of fun – calmer, but more memorable.
New Year’s by the Baltic Sea – pool, sauna and a beach walk
A seaside trip at the turn of the year has another advantage: the day after the ball. Instead of sleeping off the party in a stuffy city, you wake up fifty meters from the beach, surrounded by pine forest. A New Year’s walk along the shore in crisp, salty air gets you back on your feet, followed by the pool and sauna area. A room with a balcony or terrace completes the vision with views of the sea or forest.
At PINEA Resort, the New Year’s Eve stay includes two nights with breakfast and a themed ball with food and music – effectively three days by the sea at the turn of the year.
Summary: 1920s-style New Year’s Eve at PINEA Resort
A 1920s-style New Year’s Eve is an evening with a theme: black and gold, jazz, sequins and golden-age elegance. A simple base and a few period accents are enough to become part of the atmosphere. And if you want to enjoy such a ball away from the city crowds, see the 1920s-style New Year’s Eve ball by the sea at PINEA Resort – with a pool, sauna and beach for your New Year’s morning.
FAQ
What should you wear to a 1920s-style New Year’s Eve?
Women can choose a simple dropped-waist dress with sequins or fringe, complemented by a feathered headband and pearls. Men can opt for a suit, waistcoat, bow tie and braces. Black, gold and silver dominate.
Do you need a full costume for a 1920s-style ball?
No. An elegant outfit with one or two period accents is enough – for example, a headband, pearls, bow tie or hat. The dress code should create an atmosphere, not cause stress.
What hairstyle suits a 1920s look?
The most characteristic styles are the short bob and finger waves. With longer hair, a low updo with a wave at the face works well, imitating a short hairstyle.
How long is the New Year’s Eve package by the sea at PINEA Resort?
The package includes two nights with breakfast, a themed New Year’s Eve ball with food and music, and access to the pools and saunas. Current dates and prices are available on the package page.
Can I bring a dog for New Year’s Eve by the sea?
Yes, stays with pets are possible in selected rooms for an extra fee. The resort provides a bed and bowls and offers separate elevators for guests with pets.