This week we had the chance to go to a small ceremony at Missouri State for Brett's commissioning. His mom and I were able to pin his 2LT bars on his uniform and then had cake and punch and went to to lunch with his parents.
I wore the vintage tulip dress from RVA. It's one of my favorites because of it's cut and fun print.
We parked right across from the other end of the alley we've used a few times for photo backdrops so we braved the heat for another five minutes while Sebastian waited in the car and got some photos. Brett is such a trooper!
I styled my hair in as big of a beehive as I could get without getting serious and using a loofa! I did lots of back combing and then used a smooth top layer to cover it and secured things with bobby pins and lots of pinned mini buns all underneath it. Of course I forgot to ask Brett to get a photo of that part. It's most noticeable in the photo above.
I loved getting to wear a huge beehive at Elsie's wedding. She's got an easy tutorial on her blog right now that teaches you how to do your own. You can make it huge or opt for something more subtle but it's always fun to try something new!
I'm wearing: Vintage dress, Red Velvet. Vintage sunglasses, thrifted. Belt, thrifted. Shoes, ModCloth. Vintage necklace, thrifted.
My favorite new accessory is this little necklace I picked up at a flea market on the way home from my MIL's house a few weeks ago. I'm not sure what it's made of but it sports a ship and looks like something that should've cost more than $2.00!
Ruby's wearing: Vintage top, thrifted. Jeggings, Target. Mary Jane's, Payless. Amber necklace, Amberizon.
Technically, Brett is wearing vintage, too. Ha! These uniforms are being phased out this year because the Army has new ones. Once he knows what he'll be branched he can order a new one so for now his Class A's are olive. It reminds me of WWII.
Some vintage shades to get you through the rest of summer: Mod, oversized, aviators, 70's, 80's, wayfarers, and plain fantastic.
Head over to Cakies soon to see how she and her girls wore vintage to the beach! I love seeing all the ways she can still enjoy wearing or accessorizing with vintage throughout her pregnancy. I am in love with her shoes this week! She's such a stylish mama.
Next week Rubyellen and I have a special edition of Vintage Here, Vintage There that we're eager to share! Stay tuned...
xo,
Rachel
Congrats to Brett on his commission! I remember pinning my husband's bars with my MIL a few years back. You must be proud, and super happy to have him back home again!
Posted by: ruthie | 07/19/2011 at 10:22 AM
And, shoot! I forgot to say you look beautiful and Ruby looks oh so cute.
Posted by: ruthie | 07/19/2011 at 10:23 AM
Ruby is the sweetest-- I love the photo of her smiling up at her beautiful momma!
Posted by: Alivia | 07/19/2011 at 10:26 AM
So pretty, I saw your necklace on flickr and fell in love. And Ruby looks so grown up! Glad your man is home, enjoy the rest of the summer with him!
Posted by: pinksuedeshoe | 07/19/2011 at 10:27 AM
Woot! Congrats on the commission + welcome to the Army! It's a good life. :) I think I missed something somewhere along the way, though - was he ROTC? What is he hoping for a branch? Do you have a duty station coming up? Sorry so many questions - I am just so curious! :)
Posted by: amanda | 07/19/2011 at 10:50 AM
I love the photos in the alley. You are so good at finding unique back drops.
PS-love your shoes!
Posted by: alli | 07/19/2011 at 10:54 AM
Brett looks very dapper! And Ruby's top is adorable; I want one.
Posted by: Libby | 07/19/2011 at 11:03 AM
LOVELY! :)
Posted by: Leigh-Ann "LA" | 07/19/2011 at 12:32 PM
I have earrings that match that necklace!
Posted by: Lauren | 07/19/2011 at 12:32 PM
Congratulations to you all! Being an Army family is definitely a "family" effort. FYI-Marlow White in Leavenworth does beautiful uniforms. They have for hundreds of years. Since he will be wearing his new blues for many years, definitely worth the investment!
Posted by: Kris | 07/19/2011 at 02:13 PM
That dress is so perfect on you! And Ruby is just stinkin' adorable, as per usual. :)
Posted by: Trude | 07/19/2011 at 03:01 PM
You all look great! Especially you little ladies!
Posted by: Ana | 07/19/2011 at 04:07 PM
you look so cute! and i love your beehive, must try this sometime. x
Posted by: Gaby | 07/19/2011 at 06:04 PM
GREAT dress! And Ruby's is pretty amazing too. Congrats on the commission Brett!
xo,
melissa
Posted by: Melissa @ Bubby&Bean: Living Creatively | 07/19/2011 at 06:15 PM
Love your outfits! I can see why that dress is among your favorites.
Posted by: Cara-Mia | 07/19/2011 at 07:30 PM
va va voom!!!!....love the look rachel..you are just beautiful and way to go Brett!..I know you're proud of him
and miss "R" is just as cute as pie here..wonderful post
Posted by: robin | 07/20/2011 at 07:33 AM
I've been playing catch up on your blog. So many great stories and times you have had with the kids recently!. BTW, those sunnies are perfect on you! Love!
xx
Shelley
Posted by: Shelley | 07/20/2011 at 01:19 PM
Ooh, I like a boy in uniform :) I hope you got a nice family portrait on the day - you all look gorgeous and it's certainly a day to remember. Many congratulations :)
Posted by: Eleni Drinks Tea | 07/21/2011 at 02:24 AM