The Great LA Air Raid – 2013
Forgive me as I’m still catching up on events from last month! February was a short month, but a busy one. A couple weeks ago we attended my favorite event of the whole year – the Great Los Angeles Air Raid of 1942 at Ft. MacArthur. As you can see from the line up of sunglasses below, this year was especially gorgeous – I didn’t even wear my 1938 coat because it was so warm, darn it.
I wore an oldie but a goodie – I made my dress a few years ago for the Air Raid, and I think I’ve worn it at least 3 times to the event but never got any really good photos. It’s wool crepe with long sleeves, so it keeps me warm on the beach in February, but is too warm to wear to anything else.
I had a bit of a panic attack over my hair, which is too short and cut wrong for 40’s (First World Problems, I know). I got a beret, slapped some feathers and a brooch on it, and did some curl fluff around the ears – turned out rather okay! whew.
Overlooking the Bluff
With Cait
Michael and Cait – I had more fun editing this photo than any others. Aren’t they smashing?
the always adorable Rachel
This star was only about 2 feet off the ground, so getting the photo was pretty funny. 🙂 The boys nearby thought I was crazy when I announced I “needed a picture with my head in the star”.
Another Los Angeles landmark, the Griffith Observatory.
Me and Netta
Chris was running around, getting ready for a dance performance,
but I grabbed him for a couple photos throughout the event
5pm Flyover
Morgan in his grandfather’s uniform
with Sharlene and Heather, a couple of my amazing dance girlfriends
Before and After
View from the Dance Floor
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Some beautiful shots… wish I could have made it.
Lovely Blog Post! Can you tag me somehow (yellow black dress) ? @www.Facebook.com/GoForKatMakeup I love all the photos you took. The time is always limited and i always wish i could talk longer to everyone! Great seeing you!
Done! Sorry I didn't think to do this before, thank for reminding me. Lovely to see you too!
Wow looks like such an amazing event! Each year I'm more envious than the last. lol I love everyone's outfits but your dress is just perfection!
It was so wonderful to see you there! How funny that our "adopted" daughter said, "See that lady right there – I LOVE her outfit, it's SO classy!" and low and behold, it was YOU!!! 🙂
Oh my word–you all look fantastic and I particularly love your whole outfit (dress, beret, shoes, makeup–all perfect!). I'm making a long-sleeved lined wool dress right now and it's occurred to me that I don't know when or where I'll wear it. Too hot for dancing, not washable for every day wear. But maybe I'm just making excuses for not drafting and inserting the lining already!
The star photo is well worth whatever crawling around on the ground it required.
What great shots! It was a fun event.
Thanks Tasha! Maybe someday you two can come out for it – even the rainy days here in February are a nice break from the Midwest winter!
Love it! 🙂 So glad we got to see you again, but I just wish we could have chatted longer. Next time!
Excuses to avoid sewing are my forte! you should see my pile…
I can't believe we finally went to the same event and I missed meeting you in person, darn it! If you ever see me at an event, please please please come introduce yourself! 🙂
You can count on it! 😉
Great photos Beth! You looked so good as always.
So glad we got to spend time with you and Chris its always a delight 🙂