Vintage Keyhole Gown and Turban

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 Last week I attended my first Charlotte Magazine BOB Awards event.

It was held at the NC Music Factory, where most wonderful man 

in the world and I recently ventured for dinner and these photos.

Admittedly, I did spend a little bit of time in debate over what to wear.

I had it narrowed down to three choices and ultimately went with this.

The dress is one of my favorites.  

It is a vintage Lillie Rubin that belonged to my Mom.
She got it in Greenville, South Carolina about 40 years ago to
wear to a party.  She carried it along through her many moves over
the years, because she thought it was so lovely.  I am so glad she did!

Once the turban occurred to me, my decision was made.

This is a fun and funky way to dress down an otherwise formal dress.

I threw the formality back in the ensemble by wearing my wedding shoes.

Ironically enough, precious pea #1 exclaimed as he saw me dressed,

"Mommy, is that your wedding dress?!"

Pitter Patter Heart Beat.

Dress: Vintage Lillie Rubin, here's one and here, this available in cream, 

or here's one for all you readers with deeper pockets.

Scarf: H&M, here's a similar one.

Shoes: Stuart Weitzman (old), but here is pair at a nice price,

Purse: JJ Winters, mine is from Lipp Boutique,

Earrings: old, here's a pair by my new fav jewelry designer,

Statement Bracelet: Henri Bendel, but here's one,

Others: Stella & Dot Renegade Cluster and Nugget Wrap Bracelets,

Ring: Tiffany Interlocking Circles

For the love of vintage style and great fun, Whitley