I was pleased to be able to return to Newport this year for the Greater Boston Vintage Society’s Newport Weekend event! It was a joy to be just a block away from The Breakers, hanging out with friends both new and previously-encountered.
This year my outfits leaned towards the 1950s, which was a fun change. I wore my Fortescue Frock with a sporty-looking coordinating cardigan tied over my shoulders to fit the ‘collegiate’ theme.
The clear blue skies made for toasty weather, but it was reasonably cool in the shade, which was perfect for croquet during the picnic!
Sunday’s outing was to Rose Island, a location that I had not been to before. It was fun to learn about the island’s history! And the breeze on the island made for a very comfortable temperature!
I enjoyed breaking out my Plum Pants with Pointed Pockets and 1917 Knitted Sweater of Angorina. The combination was a little bit 1920s beach pajamas and a little 1930s sporting.
How lovely, to be able to lounge in an Adirondack chair with my feet up and have a charming conversation with a friend while watching the seagulls glide on the breeze!
The birds on Rose Island are quite at home. In fact, most of the island is a preserve for them for most of the year. They had young ones while I was there and they were quite territorial, but I was able to zoom in to get this next photo without getting too close. The fuzzy young gull is cute!
All in all, I greatly enjoyed another lovely summer escape!
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