Hi everyone!
A few months ago I went to the Leyburn 1940s weekend. I only
went for one of the days but there was still lots to do; shopping,
dancing, speeches, a parade and re-enactors. I had a really great time despite
the slightly iffy weather.
I wore a coral dress by Pearl Lowe at Peacocks. It is a
lovely dress with a very vintage inspired shape, but the print and colours make it look quite
modern and the shape of my cardigan was not very vintage at all. I think when I was choosing what to wear I didn’t expect other people to go so 'all out' when dressing for the event!
Thats not to say I didn't have a good time - I did, however, I made the decision then and there that for the next 1940s
event I attended, I would dress more appropriately. It just so happens that I am attending Pickering 1940s
weekend next week. I have heard that this event is huge for re-enactors and
vintage enthusiasts so I very much wanted to dress the part.
I have two outfits in mind for the event (depending on the
weather of course) and I went shopping last weekend to find some choice
accessories for the event.
I attended the New College Durham vintage and antiques fair
that I have written about previoualy here. It is not typically an event for
looking for clothing, but for finding accessories, it seemed to be the perfect place for
bargain hunting!
While rummaging around I managed to find three hats, one a
genuine 1940s hat, a vintage faux pearl bead necklace a vintage broach and a
beautiful mink stole!
The stole is a simple gorgeous fit, it has a gap over th
shoulder so that it fits perfectly - I was so pleased when I found it. (What made
it better that all of the above cost less than £60!)
Hopefully with a lovely vintage hat and a classy stole I
will look like I fit in at Pickering. I'll post soon and let you know how I get on!
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