Luftballoons

This weekend we went to the Forest Park Balloon Glow & the Gateway Arch. The arch was (obviously) huge, and it was fun to ride to the top because you have to get into these tiny little pod-like elevators. The whole thing felt very 2001: A Space Odyssey to me and if you've ever been I think you understand what I mean. Construction for the arch ended in 1965, so the whole thing has a very mod, futuristic feel to it-- glossy steel and tiny space-like elevators with white interior and worn enameled seating. I thought the cramped little space would make me nervous, but it was funny how we rocked back and forth and slowly climbed up the staircases. We could see bits of the staircases through the little door, and kept talking about how creepy it would be if we saw someone just sitting out there, or passed someone staring right at us. Or saw a guy sprawled out on the stairs with a long beard and a "HELP ME" sign.

I love these tights. I've wanted heart tights for so long!

Grimmelda enjoyed visiting the arch, but was slightly disappointed to once again not be in her native Germany. (Don't judge me for having a tiny grumpy cat doll!)

Being very giddy in the elevator pods!

The balloon glow was really neat-- tons of hot air balloons were sprawled around the park and at dusk they all lit up. I'd never seen one that close before, and you could feel the heat from them all around. I can't believe there were people just hanging out in the baskets right underneath the fire (how scary) but I suppose that's their thing!

UO Mustard cardigan
Target tank
H&M skirt and tights
Delias oxford heels
Thrifted vintage bag
Red hair bow knit by me (I'm obsessed with making these right now-- craft post coming soon!)