LADIES
This event is a garden party, so leave the beads and fringe at home and focus on light colors and florals! We have provided a slide show of excellent period looks to inspire you.
Absolutely DO wear: Silks, chiffons, cotton and linen Summer gowns from the 20s, 30s & 40s Reproductions and items made in the style Sunhats and caps Gloves Leave at home: Fringed and beaded flapper costumes Feathered headbands Dark colors Feather boas Mini Dresses Stiletto Heels |
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GENTLEMEN
This summertime event is perfect for bringing out your inner Jay Gatsby. Be a chipper collegiate or indulge in the look of the early motorist. We welcome all dapper gents. Men's fashion are included in the slide above as inspiration
Absolutely DO wear: A tie or bowtie Seersucker or Linen Sweater vest Crisp white shirt Smart summer sportcoats Knickers A boater, cap or panama hat Leave at home: Gangster costumes (i.e. "zoot suits") Trilby Hats |
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PICNIC PLANNING
Whether you decide to go all out with a table, fine china and linens or to come casually with a blanket, the fun of the Prohibition Picnic is doing it in style.
Take some inspiration from the photos in the slideshow above. You may be as simple or extravagant as you wish, but pay attention to the details - bring vintage linens for the table, or a nice blanket or tablecloth to spread on the lawn. Use real plates and silverware, glasses and period-appropriate bottles and wraps. Stow your plastic beneath a hand towel or blanket. If you're bringing champagne, wine or soda, choose bottles with corks and vintage style sodas in glass. Wrap cheeses, sandwiches and other simple foods in parchment paper or wax paper. Use a pretty wicker or metal basket.
There is a whole host of recipes and picnic ideas available at the website: Foodtimeline.org
A favorite simple picnic of ours:
Sparkling lemonade in a glass bottle
Cucumber and/or watercress sandwiches with the edges trimmed
Charcuterie platter with fine sausages, local cheese and capers
Fresh cut pears and proscuitto
Homebaked pie or torte
Champagne
If you feel ambitious and wish to go all out, the sky is the limit! Picnic trunks, serving platters, tea service, portable phonograph - what can you dream up? Special consideration for early arrival can be arranged for those with elaborate set ups.
Take some inspiration from the photos in the slideshow above. You may be as simple or extravagant as you wish, but pay attention to the details - bring vintage linens for the table, or a nice blanket or tablecloth to spread on the lawn. Use real plates and silverware, glasses and period-appropriate bottles and wraps. Stow your plastic beneath a hand towel or blanket. If you're bringing champagne, wine or soda, choose bottles with corks and vintage style sodas in glass. Wrap cheeses, sandwiches and other simple foods in parchment paper or wax paper. Use a pretty wicker or metal basket.
There is a whole host of recipes and picnic ideas available at the website: Foodtimeline.org
A favorite simple picnic of ours:
Sparkling lemonade in a glass bottle
Cucumber and/or watercress sandwiches with the edges trimmed
Charcuterie platter with fine sausages, local cheese and capers
Fresh cut pears and proscuitto
Homebaked pie or torte
Champagne
If you feel ambitious and wish to go all out, the sky is the limit! Picnic trunks, serving platters, tea service, portable phonograph - what can you dream up? Special consideration for early arrival can be arranged for those with elaborate set ups.