Tuesday, August 17, 2010

And....They're Offff....

I've only been to the horse races once before in my life, so when we saw that a big harness racing event was on at the track just down the road this past weekend, we decided to check it out.  Now, I'm not at all suggesting I endorse the mis-use of animals in this sort of way, but curiousity simply got the better of me.  Verdict: it was fun for about five minutes, but from a fashion perspective, let's just say that this was no Ascot opening day (though I did shout out "Come on Dover!" in my best Cockney ;)  I DID see one dapper looking chap in pinstriped pants, wing tipped shoes, fedora, the works, but he was grumpy and so we had to sneak a photo of his ensemble whilst he was pacing away.  Oh well, I had fun wearing my nudeedudee 30s repro. dress out and about!




8 comments:

A said...

You look fabulous! Love the dress and the shoes!!!

Anonymous said...

Horses racing are so exiting. But for fashion may be "grand prix" in Paris nowodays or a time machine for the 30's will be more appropriated ;)

You look great and escape from the time machine ;)

Stephanie Lynn said...

What a cute outfit! Sorry it was such a bummer fashion wise for everybody else. Opening weekend for the season is usually the best time to see people dressed up. I've not seen a lot of vintage fashion at the races (I used to live in Kentucky so we went all the time) but I have seen many a fabulous hat over the years!

Keith said...

You look fantastic. I've always wanted to go to the races.

Lulu and her whimsical ways! said...

you look lovely! x

Q's Daydream said...

Fun! I've always wanted to go to the races! You look lovely!

BaronessVonVintage said...

Hehe...thanks. I definitely need to get a time machine or head to the REAL Ascot or Derby courses on opening day for at least a peek at some stellar hats, as noted by Stephanie Lynn.

My verdict: too many chain smokers out by the track, but we did get a thrill when my husband's horse won (we only bet $2). haha

Stefanie Valentine said...

I love going to the races, I reeeaaally want to go to Ascot next year, I have the perfect hat for it! You look lovely as usual my dear. x