Dress to impress?

[tonymor]

Having attended all but one revival from day one and knowing how and what the event is about , period I was suprised how many attendees had not followed the theme . Of course it's not compulsory to dress to the event but for us as a family it's a good part of the enjoyment , and I'm sure many a charity shop benefits from it .

[Trophybloo]

On Sunday my partner and I were analysing the dress attempts. She agreed with me (her first time) that ladies' costume shouldn't look like Ascot or 'mother of the bride'. Of those that were in 40s and 50s garb most had failed to realise that a waistline is essential - if not naturally available, then as in period a foundation garment is essential! Aren't us blokes lucky - flat cap, collar and tie and you're away. Do remember what Mickey Flanagan has said about cravats, though!!

[tonymor]

Very impressive detailing there sir ,To be honest I was diplomatically referring to the jeans and not so inspiring T shirts on site . I m o .

[PompeyM3]

There seemed a few more people not dressing up this year. I would say it was about 80/20. As has been said, you don't have to do it, but it does help generate a vintage feel about the place. Some of the woman put in a lot of effort and do look really glamorous."

[tonymor]

Exactly

[CanAm]

I fail to see what dressing up as a WW2 USAAF officer or as an extra from Happy Days has to do with motor racing in Sussex in the 50s or 60s. If you look at crowd scenes from period races at Goodwood they look nothing like these poseurs.
Rant over.

[Lynchie999]

i saw an Austin Powers....

.... I think that worse than wearing (smart) Jeans and shirt....