The Great LA Air Raid - 2012

As I mentioned in my last post, this weekend we attended the Great Los Angeles Air Raid of 1942 (2012 edition). We had a great time - the weather was beautiful, the band was great, and I had a new outfit! ;) Other than dyeing my shoes I didn't have time to make anything new, but I picked up a few new pieces recently that luckily went together nicely.

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