The Fedora Chronicles Electric Speakeasy

World War II
The war against the ultimate evil of the 20th century and how the “Greatest Generation” changed the world forever.

Recent Past - Prohibition, The Great Depression...
This is the place to discuss everything from the American Revolution up through WWI. The people, places, and events following WWII can be discussed here as well.

Anything Goes - The Funny Papers
"A man walks into a bar..." The stage is yours and the mike is hot! Off topic discussions, jokes, and general mayhem can be found here.

Tech Support
How about a table where people can talk about the technology we use to keep in touch with other retrocentrics and vintage aficionados? From Blackberry's to WiFi, to the latest desk or laptops to breathing new life to old CPU's using Fedora Open Source...

Fedoras, Caps and Toppers
Brag about your favorite hat makers, chat with them in person here on the forum. - Share your latest lid, either a hand crafted one, or new to you that you bought on E-bay.

Adventure Gear Accessories - Leather Jackets
Everything for that Safari/30's-40's style world traveler or The Big Game Hunter: Boots, Belts, Holsters, Shirts, Whips... Leather and Tough Fabric Jackets When you're not wearing a suit, this is essential men's wear for the cooler months

Dames, Dolls, Gals, and The Mrs.
A special table for the women of The Fedora Chronicles. From places to shop to creating that special vintage look that turns men’s heads.

Suits and Formal Wear
Everything to go with the lid when going to the office, a night on the town and special occasions. Looking sharp in your vintage/retro clothing has never been so easy... This is also your table to discuss and contribute to the conversations about reproducing the "Great Detective" look. Humphrey Bogart in "Casablanca" and "The Maltese Falcon" and William Powell in "The Thin Man" are just two great examples!

Also known as "Detective Gear"

Costume Replication and Futurewear
The table for those working on recreating a particular costume from The Golden Age's SF, Superheroes, and other non-fedora wearing heroes. Flash Gordon, Buck Rogers, The Rocketeer... to name a few.

If you're also looking for help in creating original costumes for your own celluloid - Post Here!

Motion Pictures
The Classics and Period Films - Movies that were made during the Golden Era and more recent films that pay homage to bygone times.

The Classics and Period Films - Movies that were made during the Golden Era and more recent films that pay homage to bygone times.

Independent Film Makers: From concept to release and all related production elements...this is the perfect place for members and special guests to discuss their craft.

Music
From concerts and festivals to artist profiles and music reviews. Whatever is spinning on your Victrola or stored in your iPod can be discussed here.

Jazz, Swing, Classical, Modern Pop, and... if you must... disco.

Literature (And Comics!)
Books, authors, and playwrights; all literary work can be discussed here.

... And comic books, graphic novels, and even the Sunday funnies...this is the place to discuss your favorite characters, creators, and story lines.

Art From The Golden Era
Drawing, painting, photography, and beyond. From artists profiles to individual works, share with us your favorites.

Your Own Art
Photography, painting, drawing, music, theatre arts and prop replicating…whatever your medium, you can share it here!

Picture Tube
Grab a snack and settle in to your favorite chair. This is the place for all things "TV".

The Connoisseur
What do you like to eat and drink, where are the best restaurants. Brag about the last great thing you cooked.
Moderator: DanielJones

Games
Would. You. Like. To. Play. A. Game?

Doctor Who
EVERYTHING Doctor Who in one place.

Art Deco and Architecture
Buildings from the Golden Era of American architecture (including the efforts to preserve the style) and the influence of Art Deco on all forms of art and design.

Vintage and Classic Vehicles
Classic collectables, retro reproductions, races and shows. If it drives, flies, or floats you can talk about it here…don’t forget the pictures!

The Haberdashery - Retro-Reproduction Vendors and Craftsmen
Manufacturers and vendors of retroesque items you can actually wear and use. The place where you can buy, sell, or trade with other members of The Electric Speakeasy.

Aviation
If It flies, it's home is here!

Eternity Road: Space Exploration and Astronomy
Discuss topics from the dawn of the Space Age to the future of extrasolar voyages. For backyard stargazers to those who peer into the deep cosmos…its all here.

Anthropology, Evolution, and Lost Civilizations
Did humans evolve from an ape-like ancestor? What are the secrets of ancient Egypt? From Atlantis to modern day archeological digs, the discussion is here.

Unexplained Phenomenon
From things that go bump in the night to the search for Bigfoot. UFO’s, myths, and legends…the truth isn't out there, it's in here!

News And Current Events
Discuss the events of the day here, understanding that what stays in The Rant Sheet, Stays in The Rant Sheet. Discuss politicians, social issues, and how you would fix this mess if given half the chance.

Gats, Rods, Roscoes, Heaters, and Gunsels
In short... guns.