Registration and Tickets for The 2012 DC Tweed Ride & Bash at Brixton on Sunday, November 4.
On our fourth year, The DC Tweed Ride ends at Brixton on U Street for our raucous post ride feast and celebration! The Tweed Ride gathering occurs at noon and our ride begins at 1PM. The legendary bash begins at 4pm. Dandy Wellington and his 6 piece jazz band on Brixton’s outdoor rooftop. Brixton small plate buffet and the best Gin Punch in town. New York’s latest burlesque sensation “Tansy” Performance by the Fidgety... Read More
Men’s Summer Footwear: Raise the Bar
Finding stylish summer footwear can present something of a conundrum for men of a Dandiacal bent. While ladies have countless options to choose from, what is a gentleman of refined tastes to do? Luckily, there are a few choices available to us. If you simply can’t get away from the feeling of the air between your toes, then a pair of leather sandals would likely suit you. There are numerous styles that display more or less of your foot and... Read More
Attention Dandies & Quaintrelles; You’re Better Than That.
The summer is upon us again, and the Washington heat promises to be as merciless as ever. This presents a problem for those of us who feel the need to walk around in style, regardless of the temperature. There are a number of stylish and acceptable options for summer footwear which I will highlight in subsequent posts, but for today’s missive I choose to point out some hot weather footwear the style conscious Dandy or Quaintrelle should eschew.... Read More
Diz and Izzy Aster, the specatular vaudeville duo, are ready to entertain us this Sunday.
Izzy Aster performed the sweetest rendition of Gershwin’s “Summertime” for us at the 2011 Seersucker Social He performed his delightful number with a bow and a wood cutting saw. It nearly went without a hitch. Izzy had a few problems at the start of his routine and provided us with more than a few laughs as he began his brilliant act. Unfortunately, he had to perform that day without his better half. Due to a travel mishap... Read More
Sneak Peak at a vintage-styled Sunday at Smith Commons
Time spent with photographer/blogger Katie Warren, stylist Elise Peterson and friends this past Sunday at Smith Commons resulted in superb imagery. The 2011 DC Tweed Ride was their inspiration. The clothes were lent by It’s Vintage Darling and Pretty People Vintage. The models were stunning. The venue was a fine setting for a vintage dress up day. Be inspired for this Sunday! More images are on the way! Read More
2011 DC Tweed Ride & Celebration
Get out your jodhpurs and fascinators, the legendary DC Tweed Ride is back! Dandies & Quaintrelles will take to the streets on Sunday November 13 for a spirited ride through the best that Washington has to offer. With help from BicycleSpace, Velocity Cycles Co-op, and D&Q friends, riders will navigate through scenic side streets, historic monuments, city parks and several downtown locales. Register here so you can receive important information... Read More
Upload your 2011 DC Tweed Ride Photos to our Flickr Photo Pool Here!
Sunday, November 13, 2011 was a fantastic day in Washington, D.C. Our third annual DC Tweed Ride was a smashing success! Upload your favorite photos here. Share them with the D&Q community and help us promote future D&Q events and efforts! Read More
Dandy Alert: Second Hand Sundays, Final Round
Our pop-up consignment experience takes place again this Sunday (Oct 30) at Science Club from 12 until 6pm. Come to shop and consign. We are looking for those nice vintage pieces you are ready to leave with someone else. We have a number of items that are quite suitable for the next Tweed Ride. Find tweed suits, jackets, plus twos, caps, hats, ties, dresses, skirts & more. Great Prices! Quality Items! Remarkable Deals! Read More
Join us for our last moonlit outing of the summer.
Saturday, September 10, Meet us at dusk. Ride with us into the night and picnic in the park. Dandies, quaintrelles, night riders! We are venturing out for one last nocturnal jaunt under the shining light of the Full Moon. Our first two outings attracted well over a hundred riders who experienced simple joys during breezy nights as we pedaled about. We’re going out in our grandest style for our September ride so be sure to dress in your whitest... Read More
White Nights Craft Workshop: July 12th @ Hamiltonian
The Hamiltonian Gallery on U street will provide space for a craft making workshop to be held on July 12th between 6:30pm and 8pm. Join us and help us craft the gifts we intend to distribute along the White Nights Full Moon Outing. We will provide instruction and all the required supplies. We will be constructing items like tissue paper flowers and origami figures in large numbers to hand out to the riders who join us on the full moon night. (Note:... Read More
