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At Grand Traditions, the emphasis is on dancing! No one should feel left out because they don't have an extensive (or expensive) vintage wardrobe.
      It is always acceptable to come in the best approximation of period dress that you can manage. The whole object of dressing up is to give dancers the general feel of being present in a period ballroom. Therefore, fine details of dress are less important than being dressed in something that gives an overall impression of the period style. (Our costume sale provides a great opportunity to obtain - or dispose of - vintage costumes.)
      Here we offer suggestions for what to wear to our various vintage dance events. (Also see our suggestions for dance shoes and suppliers.)

Classes, Workshops, and Swing Dances
Come as you are! Wear comfortable and casual practice clothing. Some dancers dress in layers that they can shed as they (and the room) warm up. Many ladies prefer to wear a skirt so they can get the feel of dancing in a dress. Soft-soled, low-heeled shoes are important for both comfort and the protection of other dancers. We do not recommend athletic shoes as they can be difficult to dance in.

Other Period Events
Follow these links for suggestions for dressing for other period events:
  · Early 1800s
  · Mid to late 1800s (Victorian)
  · Ragtime (1910s)
  · 1920s and 1930s

Costume Sale
Would you like to expand your vintage wardrobe? Do you have vintage costumes or accessories that you no longer use? Come to our costume sale. Bring items that you want to sell or trade to the basement of the Pittsfield Grange before the workshops on Saturday and/or Sunday.

Dates and times:
Saturday, November 10, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 11, 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 8, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 9, 1:30 - 4:00 p.m.