Costumes for the Goodwood Revival
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Not sure about round the South West - I only started going after I moved East.
However, if you want to make a trip out of it, there's a lot of places in London. I know of several around Carnaby Street and a few more around Leicester Square and Covent Garden... but having been there just over a year ago, I can say they mostly stock womens clothing and it can be a let down looking for stuff as a bloke. You could always look around Jermyn Street, but be prepared to pay.
Also, people were on war rations back then, women wore corsets and materials were not as good as now so it can be really hard to find stuff that is nice to wear and fits comfortably.
I have found that this year's fashion has been quite close, so it made it a lot easier to get big stuff - suits, dresses, etc. And then go to these places / ebay for the accessories, as these are the bits that make all the difference.
Good luck!
However, if you want to make a trip out of it, there's a lot of places in London. I know of several around Carnaby Street and a few more around Leicester Square and Covent Garden... but having been there just over a year ago, I can say they mostly stock womens clothing and it can be a let down looking for stuff as a bloke. You could always look around Jermyn Street, but be prepared to pay.
Also, people were on war rations back then, women wore corsets and materials were not as good as now so it can be really hard to find stuff that is nice to wear and fits comfortably.
I have found that this year's fashion has been quite close, so it made it a lot easier to get big stuff - suits, dresses, etc. And then go to these places / ebay for the accessories, as these are the bits that make all the difference.
Good luck!
Have you looked in charity shops - you should be able to get a sports jacket and a tie for a few quid, may be more difficult to get womens stuff there, but worth a look.
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
john2443 said:
Have you looked in charity shops - you should be able to get a sports jacket and a tie for a few quid, may be more difficult to get womens stuff there, but worth a look.
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
Agreed! And there must be more high ranking officers lording it up over that weekend than took part in the whole war effort on both sides!I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
Foolish Dave said:
john2443 said:
Have you looked in charity shops - you should be able to get a sports jacket and a tie for a few quid, may be more difficult to get womens stuff there, but worth a look.
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
Agreed! And there must be more high ranking officers lording it up over that weekend than took part in the whole war effort on both sides!I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
SS7
Try to keep on theme as well , its not fancy dress , leave the Elvis outfits at home , military and wartime seems to be most popular but I guess its just a case of costume from that era , the odd Penelope Pitstop seems to be welcome , could be embarassing if we get more than two though 
Silver XsN said:
This will be our first visit to the Revival Weekend having visited the FOS for several years and we intend to enter into the spirit of the event in style!! can anyone suggest where we can hire or purchase costumes for this other than of course ebay
And you posted this in November? Crikey you're preparing well in advance 
Mind you as has been said it's very easy for men - here's one of me in blazer, flannels, brogues and trilby checking on the D-Types before the race!
I'm hoping to go next year in my '63 Riley 1.5 and wondered about what to wear. I looked in some Riley sales brochures for the car and found the answer: string back driving gloves (already bought), cavalry twill trousers, tweed jacket, flat cap, cravat etc. - all easily obtainable.
Only trouble is, my beer gut doesn't quite mirror the picture in the brochure.
Only trouble is, my beer gut doesn't quite mirror the picture in the brochure.
Silver XsN said:
This will be our first visit to the Revival Weekend having visited the FOS for several years and we intend to enter into the spirit of the event in style!! ---can anyone suggest where we can hire or purchase costumes for this other than of course ebay
If you are not too far away - The Haslemere Wardrobe.Excellent range of period cloth to make you fit right in, or stand right out!
john2443 said:
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
Well, the Revival meet is also about the history of the Goodwood Circuit and it's creation from what was RAF Westhampnett, hence the air displays, and people choosing to wear 'uniforms'......although, with a few exceptions, most of those doing so are just wearing 70's and 80's fancy dress shop hire rubbish.Also, although the war ended in '45, the last National Serviceman wasn't discharged until 1963, a mere 3 years before motor racing ended. During your time 'getting some in' you had no access to civilian clothing, and with Goodwood's proximity to Portsmouth, RAF Thorney Island and numerous Army facilities, it's not inconceivable to have had uniformed servicemen at Goodwood events.
aeropilot said:
john2443 said:
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
...the Revival meet is also about the history of the Goodwood Circuit and it's creation from what was RAF Westhampnett, hence the air displays, and people choosing to wear 'uniforms'...Also, although the war ended in '45, the last National Serviceman wasn't discharged until 1963.
RichB said:
aeropilot said:
john2443 said:
I have my doubts about the authenticity of people wearing military uniforms - racing was from 48-66; the war ended in 45 and I would think that by 48 most people would have had enough of wearing their uniforms and would be in civvys.
...the Revival meet is also about the history of the Goodwood Circuit and it's creation from what was RAF Westhampnett, hence the air displays, and people choosing to wear 'uniforms'...Also, although the war ended in '45, the last National Serviceman wasn't discharged until 1963.
RedexR said:
I,m doing a photoshoot with my old 1960's car next week , I've been asked to dress accordingly and I'm half way there , tweed jacket etc , has anyone got any photos of everyday costume for men , I decided not to go for the Austin Powers look by the way
Depends on the car and your age.As a youngster in the 60's you would not be in tweed or a hat. more like leather jacket or parker.
A little older and the tweed plus trilby hat or flat cap. Light coloured trousers with turnups.
Steve
RedexR said:
I,m doing a photoshoot with my old 1960's car next week , I've been asked to dress accordingly and I'm half way there , tweed jacket etc...
By which I assume you mean your MkII Cortina? My Dad had one of them in the mid-60's and it would have been slacks (not jeans) a casual shirt or polo and a cardigan. If it was cold perhaps a "Car-coat"! Don't think it's really a tweedy type car do you? A bit more sporty than than that I'd say!p.s. How old are you? Not being personal but if you're in your 20's then you'll want a different look than if you're in your 50's
Edited by RichB on Saturday 31st January 18:38
I class myself as a young 42 LOL , I've been looking at some of the motoring press and reviews and thought I would go with the Graham Robson look , a little "Tweedy" with a pipe as an accessory at the moment I'm thinking Trenchcoats though
at the moment I'm thinking Trenchcoats though Edited by RedexR on Tuesday 3rd February 19:00
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