6.12.2012

King Tut

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Last weekend I joined The Pink House family for a trip up to Seattle for the King Tut Exhibit. Naturally I dressed like a 1920s archaeologist. 

Naturally. 

Two of my cousins took on the rolls of Cleopatra and Nefertiti, dramatic makeup and all. We had fun, and got to see some amazing treasures. I was glad they allowed photographs, so many exhibitions don't, and it's such a disappointment not to share them with you! But there I got some jewelry snaps ;) 

Shirt-Borrowed from a friend

Pants-Rummage sale

Boots-Antiques store

Tie-Estate Sale

 Scarab Brooch borrowed from Julie 

Hat-Thrifted

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31 comments:

Betty2Tone said...

I actually work in an archaeology lab, so I think I'm going to start dressing like that from now on :D

art deco dame said...

Oh I'm so glad you were able to share(I agree,I hate when museums won't let you late photos)!I get in trouble more often than I like to admit cause I always find out the hard way places don't want pictures taken.If its posted I follow the rules but places that don't say anything I'm always shocked to find out its not allowed.Your outfit is so fun.

Sarah Dee said...

Your outfit is the best!

♥Sarah♥
theantiquepearl.blogspot.com

Elyse said...

I'm glad my friend and aren't the only ones who have a little too much fun dressing for casual adventures. That hat is downright charming.

<3 Secondhand Wonderland

Flapperesque said...

Love the cloche and lace-up detailing of the pants. Very reminiscent of Osa Johnson.

Sarah said...

Those pants!!! *faints in a pile of squee*
I'm glad you were able to take pictures, it feels like I've been on a mini exhibition, which is delightful during exam time! :P Some of the artifacts are just incredible.
Splendiforious x

Anonymous said...

I love that you dress to the theme of an event - I always do the same thing and people are like, why are you wearing a house print dress to an open house? Why not?

Anonymous said...

Your outfit is almost neater than the exhibit!

Lindsay Cillessen said...

You totally nailed this look! Stunning!

frillies for fillies said...

You look so cute! I love that you have dressed up for the occasion. I love the scarab brooch

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Idun said...

Oh i just love the pants! you look great!

Malayka said...

AMAZING outfit! Love it!!

Fifties Darling said...

Of course you dressed like that darling, it's what you do best (L)

Lauren said...

How completely awesome! I'm a huge Indiana Jones nerd, so get a big kick out of the adventurer style. Gorgeous photos!

Beth W said...

Those are gorgeous shots- thank you for sharing! I love love love those pants, too.

Brandy Saldana said...

So cool! Wish I could dress as an archeologist AND visit a tomb! You are just missing a whip!=D You're pictures inspire, so keep 'em coming!

xo
-Pandy
whattowearwithpandy.blogspot.com/

Wear The Canvas said...

Great outfit! Also, I have been dying to go to this exhibit!

BaronessVonVintage said...

WOWOWOW!! First off, I ADORE your lady explorer outfit...Next, I'm swooning over the exhibit pieces. Amazing and thanks for sharing!

Miss Marie said...

Love your style. Both what you're wearing and that you themed your outfit for the exhibition. A girl after my own heart...

Monsterchen said...

oh i´m fascinated by ancient egyptian since i was very little, those masterpieces of art are so impressive, i still can´t believe how beautiful things they were able to make then!!! i saw a tutanchamon exhibition a couple of years ago and i remember it just let me speechless..
i´m so happy that i found your blog now through that fabulous book wearable vintage fashion because you are not only a lady of impeccable style and taste, your pictures also are able to make me feel like i´m timetraveling!
kiss,mary
http://www.maryloucinnamon.blogspot.com

Carla said...

Oh your outfit is lovely! I hope the King Tut Exhibit comes to San Diego, that would seriously make my day. (Well, we still have the Titanic one, so that'll suffice until then)

VintageDanielle said...

very neat, you remind me of a 1940s book character, maybe an explorer.

Story Tellers Vintage said...

Love your pants and boots!
Really nice finds :)

Witchcrafted Life said...

You endlessly stylish girl, you! This outfit is so superbly cool, unique, and terrific! From the scarab brooch to the lacing on your pants, there isn't a single element I'm not a fan of.

Rosie Alia said...

That is one glorious outfit- I'm having serious trouser envy!

And hurrah for being able to take photos inside exhibitions...not enolugh allow it! xx

Emily said...

Great job taking photos in the exhibit. The few times I've tried taking photos in a museum they've been a complete mess, but yours look like they could be part of the exhibit catalog!

Also, your outfit is absolutely adorable as usual.

Unknown said...

Oh man you look amazing! I am definitely getting the explorer/archaeologist vibe from your outfit. It's so incredibly vintage and cute. I love it. You have amazing style and an adorable blog!

Angelique said...

Love your football uniform pants. They work wonderful in your reinvention of an explorer look.

Straight Talking Mama! said...

We went to the King Tut exhibition when it was in London it was AMAZING!

You do look so cute!

Solanah said...

Anjelique, they're actually 1910s/20s boy scout uniform pants :)

Emileigh said...

Oh my word!!! Who just runs across 1910/1920s boy Scout pants AND rocks them?! You find the greatest things!