Although the swing era had reached its height before the U.S. was drawn into World War II, our images of the home front are invariably set against a soundtrack that includes the big bands. Several swing orchestra leaders disbanded their civilian orchestras to enter the service, where they led bands that included top musicians who had themselves been drafted. There were more than 60 bandleaders who enlisted and were sent overseas—most famously Glenn Miller and Artie Shaw.

Because a vintage wedding is best followed with a vintage honeymoon, we've prepared this helpful honeymoonin' guide. We've done all the legwork, all you've got to do is make your choice, pack, and go!

Tiki? In the desert? Well, they got palm trees, at least… Much like gangster entrepreneur Bugsy Siegel—well, maybe a little like him, anyway—Tiki News publisher Otto Von Stroheim had a vision of a desert getaway devoted to luxury and pleasure. Of course, Bugsy has to build up Vegas from scratch—Otto had a huge head start in that he wanted to bring his party to the established vacation resort community of Palm Springs.

Whether it be the neighborhood pool or the Seaside resort, there is never an excuse to look or behave as anything other than every inch the Golden Era Movie Star.