To Infinity and Beyond! Our Galaxy Fishtail Skirt Dress!

Fabulously forties - this is a truly unique dress that is retro chic at it's finest!  This is a gorgeous dress, puffy sleeve style with flaps at the waist and a fishtail at the back.  The fitted waist creates an hourglass silhouette and the fishtail back skirt detail is in keeping with the 1940's vibe.  Ours is custom made to fit your body, so you'll need to provide measurements for a custom fit.   Afterall, fit is crucial to the overall look of the skirt. The waist needs to be tight-fitting. The length needs to be proportional to your height. Fit the dress to your hips as well.

Look in the mirror to see if the tail or flare of the dress begins at the knee. If the skirt is worn properly, the wearer has a look similar to a mermaid.

Available at Get Go Retro!

The Last Doughboy Has Died ... Frank Buckles

Check the story out in the Washington Post.  It's touching and interesting.  A wonderful biography of a man who was the last surviving World War I veteran.  He died on Sunday in his own bed on his farm. His name was Frank Buckles. He was 110. He faked his age to join the army at 16, and drove an ambulance behind the Western Front.

In 1917 and 1918, close to 5 million Americans served in World War I, and Mr. Buckles,  was the last known survivor. "I knew there'd be only one someday," he said a few years back. "I didn't think it would be me."

Mr. Buckles, who was born by lantern light in a Missouri farmhouse, quit school at 16 and bluffed his way into the Army. As the nation flexed its full military might overseas for the first time, he joined 4.7 million Americans in uniform and was among 2 million U.S. troops shipped to France to vanquish the German kaiser.


Ninety years later, with available records showing that former corporal Buckles, serial No. 15577, had outlived all of his compatriots from World War I, the Department of Veterans Affairs declared him the last doughboy standing.

"I feel like an endangered species," he joked, well into his 11th decade.


Source:  Washington Post

Swing Dresses for a Swingin' Prom

Going to the prom?  You may want to check out our affordable  Raven Swing Dress ....  50s style stretch cotton sateen dress with tea length full circle skirt. Dress designed with fold over double straps at bust and flower brooch at waist.  or,  get it in Blue ... Bona Swingdress.  Both are $100.00 and can be worn again, and again!

And here are some tips that every pinup gal knows!

Prom Break - while at the prom, take a bathroom break to : Freshen your lipstick & powder (if needed);  Make sure everything is right with your dress; and hair; and do it discreetly and quickly.  Your date won't want to be kept waiting and besides, he doesn't need to know that yo aren't perfect : )

For more tips go here:  

• Prom Dress Envy
• Prom Makeup
• Pretty for Prom

Cool Swimsuits for Your Bad Self!

Lots of new swimwear added to our shop:  Check out these adorable suits by Fables by Barrie!

Skipper ... a striking nautical high waisted swimsuit in maritime colors and patriotic too .. red, white and blue!

Want to get fancy at the beach with ruffles and checks?  You need to see Fiona ... a black and white houndstooth styled swimsuit!

And if you want to glitter on the sand .... You'll feel cool but look hot in this metallic lame' two piece swimsuit!  Top is halter style, with slightly padded cups and hook back.  High waist bottom has shirred front skirt and power net lining to smooth out any bumps.   Comes in various colors