~ going downton ~

If you don't watch Downton Abbey, you're seriously missing out.

here are some reasons why you should tune in:

• gorgeous costumes
• awesome filming locations
• early 20th century slang
• character deaths
• Maggie Smith's general badassary 
• frustrating early 20th century sexism
• men in tuxes
• insane amounts of drama
• sassy, strong, independent, corseted ladies 

This is just a short list of the many reasons why not watching downton abbey should be a crime.  Now let's talk about those costumes.  Since the first season is set in pre-war england, you can expect ridiculous amounts of lace, velvet, and extravagance.




But my favorites are definitely seasons 3 and 4 - we're in the 1920s, jazz is in, and the clothing is (somewhat) more comfortable.








Looking at these photos reminded me of the 1920s themed Gala that I attended last year.

I'll leave you with one final Maggie Smith-related reason to watch Downton:

xoxo,
Eliza