THE CHINA MAIL,
ZEON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER
1928.
THE "MAIL'S" FASHIONS ILLUSTRATED
THE EVENING MODE
The Formal Frock of Sland er Silhouette Finds a Niche
- in the Wardrobe That Stresses Variety.
Especially Glittering Gowns.
PAYING THE PRICE OF BEAUTY
Constant Care and Attention Are Required to Make the Most of One's Best Pomts. Health Is of Vital Importance.
Naturalness la Being Encouraged in the Art of Make-U
SUMMER SHOES ARE GAILY COLOURED
Crepe de Chine, Rodier Fabrici, Printed Linens, Kidskins, Santoy, Raffia and Braided Leathers
All Mark Smart Shoes.
Black
The summer season is par- meeting the needs of variety. Laces, Hicularly remarkable for the number nets, tuiles, chiffona, Batins." of types of evening, clothes spon-moires and taffetas all appear in sored. There is no general types of dresses that are best suited silhouette that takes the contre to a particular material. Colours of the stage and discards all others. are liberally allotted, too. Even though the bouffant period and white are again finding a wel gown, appears to be at its height, come place in the wardrobe while there is still room for a gracefully pastel shades and the "off colours" Bluftering chiffon or a shimmering jare much in evidence. gown of glittering discs or beads. Spangled and beaded dresses To-day's most successful frocks done in a new manner are creat-
It is only the very conservative | for printed frocks as well as aport foot that steps forth in an all clothes,
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white shoe this summer. Colours Woven kids, raffia and heavy predominate in the shoe mode and, fabrics in many hues form another colours in prints, patterns and em colourful and smart shoe for sports, broidery are especially smart. in semi-oxford or strap models. Crepe de chine in exquisitely dell-The heels are apt to be better suit- cate pastel tones mark the formal ed for walking in this type of shoe, afternoon and evening modes. whereas in the fabric shoes they These are delicate in outline with are generally a rather high French a single atrap or a pump effect pre heel. dominating. Embroidery in French knots or in beads are the features of this type of pump and the entire effect is one of graceful charm and appeal. Not only pastel shades are used, but the popular "off" tones that match so many of the season's frocks are used to create a smart ensemble
Kidskins, white and coloured, show interesting colour combina- tions. Black and white, grey and white, beige and white as well es the more vivid red, blues, greans, yellows and purples.
The aids to beauty are many. routine. Using expensive beauty most essential as essential for
Reindeer, a soft velvety leather Intelligent cars la doing much to toners alone will not cure a sallow colour and awakening as it is for
in jewel tones, is a smart addition make the best of the good points skin nor brighten lostreless hair. actual cleanliness. There are all
to the afternoon wardrobe. and cover up many of the sins of Food, It is well known, does sorts of good skin beautifiers on The mode for printed silks nat In general, shoes are designed omission on the part of mother much to give a glow to the skin, the market and these in addition to urally demands a shoe of like ten-along delicate lines.
There is. nature. Two things of importa brightness to the eye and gloss the bath and outdoor exercise con- dencies. Indiantes, a rich crepe nothing sturdy in the appearance ance are being heeded by the wise to the hair. Rich desserts, pastry; tribute in creating that much silk vividly patterned with Indian of any of the shoes with the excep
up the general condition of one's tea, cigarettes, heavily spiced foods
sports. Pumps, sandals and strap signs and materials. Dresses mode. Their designs are delicately health and the careful and and candies all tend to clog the shampooed to free it from dust and
The hair should be carefully pany the printed silk dress.
Crètonne in striking designs in sandals are all seen in colourful achieve distinction for the attrac-appealing, giving a dewdrop or judicious иве of cosmetics and system and prevent a fresh appear dirt. It should also be brushed at both large and small patterns as fabrics, for almost
all summer tiveness of special features such as frosty appearance.
beauty first uids.
ance as well as add pounds to length each day. With the coming well as in dainty or vivid shades is occasions. weight, Fresh vegetables, fruits of bobbed hair the daily brushing seen in a smart shoe to wear with Corinne Griffith, First National and milk should be used in abun has been neglected and without linens or piques so fashionable this star seen in "The Divine Lady," dance. Drinking water, too, is an this brushing no her can possess season, aid to beauty. And in addition ex- ercises to give strength and to round up corners and take off curves are all Important
permit a wide variety in both de-ing a place of importance in the person and these are in building an over indulgence in coffee and talked of "skin you love to touch." motifs, la a happy choice to accom- tion of those designed for active
An unusual neckline, a draped of- Billie Dove, always lending As health is behind real beauty feet at the back, an oddly placed variety to her wardrobe, wears a girdle, a skirtline expressing novel beaded gown in her First Nationals necessary to kay up the entire system. To eat wisely and well, ty, scarf treament of originality film, "The Night Watch. Crystal to keep clean, to exercise and keep or a particularly effective trimming beads, fringe of crystal and pearls outdoors, to sleep the full eight or combination of colours,
over a foundation of chiffon and hours, to have plenty of relaxation Fabrics, too, find themselves la star shaped bodies are features.
as well as work and to keep the mind stimulated and freshened these are all part of beauty's daily
The Slim Silhouette.
FOR THE IMMEDIATE
SEASON;
There is always millinery news, and it is not as forward-looking,as the usual fashion information, for we buy more hats, in proportion, than any other major article of dress. So we are Interested in the models planned for immediate waar, and they are wholly in the spirit of the summer season. There are some few that whisper of changes to come, but we shall have to do with these later, when the weather, hints of fall
The mode divides itself quite evenly into two parts-the hats that are designed for formal wear, large shapes, and those that belong to the sports and informal group, small hats, Later the frst type will disappear almost completely, and there will be scores of new, versions of the latter type. The beauty of the picture hat should be enjoyed while it is in season,
for nothing is more charming, it. one wears it well.
Hata of sheer and lacy straws, trimmed with lace, the cira irib bons and velvet, are shown in var cty. They have the usual round crown, but the brim takes on.width, in front or at the side, appearing shorter in back This is the usual rule, but there are models with the wide brim,
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The daily bath to stimulate the skin and give tone to the body la
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who wears her shoes as successful-
a gloss and sheen that comes from Rodier fabrics in brilliant prints, ly as she does her clothes, possesser health and care. Of course there embroidered in contrast, too, show some exceptionally odd and attrac are all sorts of gloss giving liquids a moder trend,
These are smart tive summer sports models. and these should be resorted to if Continued at foot of Column 6.)
All Set for the Coming Winter.
the hair possesses a lifeless ap- Sporty Golf Costume.
pearance.
Hands and arms are now coming into their share of beauty treat ments. There is no need for rough hands or fill kept naila. With akin softeners and manicuring, equip- ments within the reach of all the hands should be things of beauty. even those called upon for their share of manual labour.
After giving the bodily needs at- tention. It is well to recall that thoughts are making their impres sions upon the face and tiny lines. are leaving Indelible traces of right or wrong thinking. Beauty must be. deeper than the skin. Learn to smile and keep the lines—if any— pleasant ones..
Fresh air gives health to the body and consequently aids beauty. Exercise combined with fresh air and sunshine, is one of beauty's best doctorsADER
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