I've never been a hat person in the past because they're usually awkward on the dance floor, but I'm challenging myself to wear them to more events. This turban hat was great though - it stayed put nicely the whole night!
Dancing to Dean Mora and The Fort Macarthur Officers Orchestra
Photo by Dave Welch - follow the link for more pics of the event!
There were tons of military vehicles and displays. I think it gets bigger every year!
Cait, Lauren and me - offering a little morale boost for the troops!
Heading to watch the Sherman Tank demonstration.
With Rusty Frank, one of our favorite local swing instructors. She taught a free lesson before the band started.
Sirens with the siren. :)
Climbing up to the top of the Sherman tank was a huge highlight - we felt like conquering heroes. Or at least really tall!
In addition to the military vehicles, there was a vintage car display - Lauren's husband Matt made the clever display below with vintage tires.
With Joshua Curtis, the author of Sunkissed. Love that book.
V for Victory! ...-
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Dress: From Brooklyn With Love
Gloves: MartasRose
Hat: antique store
Shoes: Aris Allen, dyed by me
Looks awesome event! :) And your outfit is pretty!
ReplyDeletethank you! I appreciate the nice comment!
Deletewow, everyone looks amazing! I'm going to my first ww2 event in April and have no idea what to wear but this post is very inspiring! :)
ReplyDeleteThis event is a little goofier than most WWII events because it's not based on a real battle, but some reenactors at WWII events are real sticklers for being period accurate - a sentiment I agree with when representing our military. That's a big reason I like dressing as a civilian - less pressure! :) Can't wait to see your pics!
DeleteOh! Looks like it was so much fun! Your dress is STUNNING! WOW! I just love it and it goes perfectly with the hat and the newly dyed shoes!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Debi! Maybe the next time you head to California you could come down to SoCal for an event!
DeleteOh, you all look amazing! I LOVE that hat on you - I've not seen a turban worn so well! And what a gorgeous dress!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS! Such a nice compliment! I give the credit to Lauren for the hat - she found it in the antique store and was nice enough to let me buy it. :)
DeleteYou look stunning! I love both the dress and the hat and they fit together perfectly!
ReplyDeleteThank you Isis! I sure got lucky finding those pieces that match so well!
DeleteWOW!! You guys looked AMAZING!!!
ReplyDelete:D I hope you're able to come out and enjoy the Air Raid someday!
DeleteI love your outfit. It is gorgeous! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks! I'm scheming for another event to wear it to. ;)
DeleteYay!!! Love it! Your pictures came out amazing. I love the last one! HAHAHA!! That just about sums everything up :)
ReplyDeleteRight? Hard to know who's goofier!
DeleteYou look absolutely stunning! The hat is amazing and really suits you. I'm sad that we missed it this year - especially since it looks like you all enjoyed great weather!!!
ReplyDeleteWe missed you guys! yeah, I think we'll probably have rain for the next 3 years since this weekend was so perfect.
DeleteOooh, love the dress! You look fantastic, and what a fun event! And lucky you getting to hang out with Lauren :-D
ReplyDeleteVery lucky, don't I know it! :) Thanks for the compliment!
DeleteLovely dress! I love the ruching in the bodice.
ReplyDeleteThere are not words to describe how much I want to go to this! Such stunning ladies and handsome men and it looks like one swinging time!
ReplyDeletexoxo
Janey
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