Sunday, September 19, 2010: 

Come Rain or Shine: A History of Waterproof Clothing Worn for Work and Play in British Columbia
The people of British Columbia have always relied on strong, often waterproof, clothing as they earn their livings in mining, logging, farming, and fishing.   Fashionable waterproof garments have also been a necessary part of local wardrobes.  Join Doug Kibble and Duncan Stacey, collectors of vintage workwear, as they explore the history of industrial garment production and use, including clothing made by the Great Western Garment Co. of Alberta, Jones Tent and Awning (Pioneer Brand), Caribou Brand, Aero, Woodward’s, Pierre Paris, and Dayton Industrial Boots.  As well, Ivan Sayers will display waterproof clothing more fashionable than occupational, from the 1890s to the 1960s

Time:  2:00 pm      Place:  Hycroft, 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver
Tickets at the door, general admission:  $20 per ticket; $18 per OCMS member; $10 per OCMS student member.

 

 

 

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Thursday, October 21, 2010:

The Cocktail Hour: Fahion On the Rocks 1925 through 1965

Cocktails, an American invention of the early nineteenth century, became widely popular in the early 1920s.  Along with the cocktail hour came the need for appropriate clothing.  The cocktail dress, which could also be worn for dinner, dancing, or the theatre, replaced forever the old-fashioned tea gown for formal afternoon functions.  Short and usually made of elegant, rich fabrics glamorously cut and decorated with embroidery, sequins, or jewellery, cocktail dresses were accessorized by elegant shoes, wraps, and hats.  With an emphasis on glamour, Ivan Sayers and a corps of live models will present a historical fashion show of cocktail dresses, from the sublime to pajamas.  The evening includes a dinner and a silent auction, plus a no-host cocktail hour.  Proceeds benefit the Original Costume Museum Society.

Cocktails: 5:30pm - Dinner: 7pm - Show: 8pm

Hellenic Centre - 4500 Arbutus Street, Vancouver

No Host Bar - Set Dinner - Full tables will be reserved.  All others are general seating

Tickets: $65 Members - $75 Non-members - $520 Table of eight

Obtaining tickets online is easy. Just follow the steps below and your tickets will be mailed to you.

Tickets

Members $65.00 Non-Members $75.00 Table of eight $520.00

 

If you would prefer to obtain your tickets in a more traditional way please contact Sharon (604) 971-0103

 

 

 

 

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Sunday, November 28: 

Special Collectibles Sale to Benefit the OCMS
Members of the Original Costume Museum Society and the general public are invited to a sale of many types of collectible items (mostly Victorian era through early twentieth century), such as, vintage clothing and  accessories, historical fashion plates, patterns, jewellery, prints and paintings, books, toys and games, baby carriages, christening gowns, greeting cards, postcards, baby furniture, and vintage Christmas items.  These exceptional items are not part of the OCMS collection, but their sale will benefit the OCMS.  Only OCMS members may enter at 1:00 pm. OCMS memberships may be purchased at the door.  The general public may enter at 2:00 pm.

Time:  1:00- 4:00 pm     Place:  Hycroft, 1489 McRae Avenue, Vancouver
Admission to sale:  $5 per person     Purchases by cash or credit card only.