‘I’ve never seen such–such beautiful [things] before’
Welcome to the world of Gatsby: prices are high and morality is low. Joining forces for this piece, Varsity’s Culture and Fashion Editors have gathered their favourite Gatsby-esque items. In true Gatsby form price is not a consideration. Extravagance, however, is.
“It makes me sad because I've never seen such--such beautiful shirts before.”

1) Charvet are known around the world for their shirt and tie excellence. Established in 1838, Gatsby probably would have had a few himself! £260
2) With gold coloured buttons and a large pointed collar, Paul Smith’s shirt is the epitome of the ‘classic with a twist’ philosophy. £180
3) Using the finest Egyptian cotton and included with diamond-encrusted cufflinks, the sales from Eton’s shirt (one of the most expensive ever made) go to charity, so at least you can feel good about your purchase! $45,000, or £29,000 (approx.).
‘Then he went into the jewellery store…’

1) Tiffany&Co were the exclusive designers of Carey Mulligan’s jewellery. These Daisy Buchanan inspired pieces would fit right in at a high flying May Ball. £155,000 (customers must contact customer services first).
2) Not nearly as expensive, these Lulu Frost Sandra are much more wearable. £70
‘I looked at my watch and found it was ten...’

1) Simple and beautiful, this Hermes Cape Cod watch features a long wraparound strap available in a variety of colours. For a bit more, you can have a steel strap. £1800 / £2400
2) Cartier’s Tank Solo Watch is available in many sizes and stylistic nuances. The extra-large model is £2590 and gorgeous.
‘I had on shoes from England with rubber nobs on the soles that bit into the soft ground.’

1) John Lobb and 2) Edward Green are synonymous with excellent shoes. The few examples we’ve picked out here show why. Both companies have ‘ready to wear’ options, but where they both stand out is in their bespoke services. Comfort and style together as one. £600+
"Finest specimens of human molars" he informed me.

We don’t condone having molars as cufflinks, but these Kojis cufflinks from Liberty are worthy consolations!
1) Rare Vintage Lapis and Diamond Cufflinks £4,500
2) Vintage Edwardian Gold and Diamond Cufflinks £8,500
‘Their dresses were rippling and fluttering as if they had just been blown back in after a short flight around the house.’

1) Down from £6,000, this bright yet elegant Michael Kors sequinned midi dress would fit right in with the Gatsby crowd. £1800
2) This Ralf Lauren Gail feather-trimmed dress is true to the Gatsby black and white tradition. £1816
3) Temperley London’s dress is another example of the clean, simple lines we’ve come to associate with Gatsby attire. £508
"I wasn't driving. There's another man in the car."

1) Range Rover - from £71,310
2) Mercedes SLS AMG - from £168,485
3) Bugatti Veyron - from £1.5 Million
'He had on a dress suit'
Anything other than Savile Row would be a travesty to sartorial living.
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