In an all-out outfit war of the Victorian versus inherently modern, channel the traditional in a lace top, black bow headband, and a serious black tote, while the fashion and “shock” value of trends comes out in neon-bright flower earrings, cat-faced flats, and a leather-look skater skirt.

Town and Country

Product Information: Skirt – Topshop, Top – H&M, Bangles – Asos, Boots – GoJane, Scarf – Nordstrom, Jacket – Forever 21.

The main settings in the play are the city of London and the country estate of Hertfordshire, the societal divisions of which help delineate the alternate personalities of Jack Worthing – the scandalous city dandy and the respectable country gentleman. The two social circles present in these areas provide the motivation for his two-faced practices, as he must present a stern face in raising his young niece Cecily, while acting against his own advice as a fop in the city when around his friend Algernon. Therefore, the divisions between “town” and “country” are integral to the narrative as a whole.

Integrate the sharp divides between social circles in your own look, by using both country staples and city chic pieces in sharp contrast. Get rough and ready with a utility jacket, a chunky infinity scarf, and hiking-inpired heeled boots, while the sleek fashion of the city comes out in a maxi skirt with a sky-high slit, a striped crop top, and minimalist square bangles.

What a Surprise

Product Information: Hat – Uniqlo, Coat – JCPenney, Dress – Charlotte Russe, Shoes – Asos, Lipstick – Nordstrom, Gloves – H&M, Tights – Charlotte Russe.

The major plot of the play rests in the revelation of some pretty major surprises that are beyond the name game that John and Algernon orchestrate. These grand revelations and underlying satire of the whole show are spectacularly set against the intense Victorian sense of propriety that show business itself ran on during this time period.