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AROUND AND ABOUT
LONDON
What The Well-Dressed Woman Is Doing
(Special Air-Mall Service)
London, May 31.
The Four Piece Cruising Set A London dress designer has created an ideal. "set" for the cruising girl-a four, plece en- semble. This consists of a top coat in ice white double coating.. uncrushable ahantung, designed · to be worn with the latest five- eighth length jumper in blue and white. This fire-eight length" reaches midway between the hip and knee-line. The jumper has halter sleeves and is worn either with white shantung shorts or a knee-length wrap-over skirt. The fourth piece in the ensemble is a combined brassiere and slip tallored in white shangtung to to match shorts and top coat.
gloves, gauntl with dark suits,
necktie
End "Jaid silk is still a favourite in fie tafeta line, but only as a contrast wth dark plain wool or silk.
For practical summer wear wo- men are turning to the attractive models in novelty licens, which are almost uncrushable, and look particularily well in tailored sty-
·les. These will dó service in Town and at the sea, assessories varying with the environment. The linen suit and cost-frock are equally serviceable, and many women will want both in the wardrobe. Steeves in both cases are short, and decorative, draped In the case of the frock, and trimmed with buttons and end-
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WHAT SPONGE AND WATER CAN DO
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So much white is being worn this season, white rainproofs, hats and shoes, and in fashion accep- sories, vanity bags, sunshades. and belts, that the delicate ques- tion arises. in the mind of the well dressed
"Boy woman:
15 all this white to be kept fresh and spick-and-span in appear- ante during a cruise or a holiday by the sea?"
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Modern fashion designers and manufacturers have. however, given their productions a prac- tical note. Many of the decora- tive dress accessories, in white or the fashionable pale colourings, which are .now appealing ...to women by reason of their summery daintiness of finish, are usually washable, or, simpler pro- cess still, spongeable.
"This applies to the latest lea- ther handbags in white washable hildes. There are bags with a canvas surface in white which are both washable and water- proof. These have the fist enve-, lope fastening with plain navy. buttons in chromium or glit, and cunning little stiff plaited strap handles in colour.
Sunshades and rainproots are
made in a variety of easily clean- sed fabrics. There are the slik allskins in summer tints, and the heavier crepe de Chines in white and cream and in pale colours are also treated in a process that. gives a waterproof surface. washing should be done gently with a sponge and water:
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There are special creams – for cleaning white leather wear, which are useful for the highly finished patent which makes many of the plaited and cord white waist belts. Chromium in belts and buckles can be polished like a mirror, with plain water and a little piece of soft chamols leather.
This is a useful. tip for vanity bag fittings and fastenings, and also the large buttons, and 'other trides in the way of glass bead. necklaces and bracelets in which 'this metal is used for settings.
Beach bags and cushions in the gayest of cretonnes, both water- proof and washable, will appeal to many women, since a sponge over will bring" back all the in- itial freshness and beauty of co- lourings.
There are many new curtala materials, oilskin silks and cot- tons in a series of excellent co- lours, which will aid in the labour-saving ideal of the holiday. bungalow, and at the same time bestow distinction on the furnis- hing colour scheme. !
Even shoes have been brought into the category of accessories that can be washed, thereby ob- viating the necessity of taking away too many kinds or shoe- cleaning apparatus on holiday. Washable shoes for children are particularly practical. They are to be found at the West-end stores in calf, one of the newest designs being in brown and white, and toeless..
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RIBBON "HATS
Then there are all the ribbons which milliners are using either to create entire pats, or as trim-" mings. Some houses are sponsor- Ing country hats made from the new printed cretonne ribbons, and often these rather'stin, floral-patterned ribbons are used as sashes, or inset in qummer frocks of cotton fabric. Or a hat may be trimmed with น band of multi-coloured ribbon. which is répested in" an inset upon the yoke of the dress, or in the collar of the coat.
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Among ribbons may be classed the many tie-silks which enjoying so much vogue, either as collars and 'cuffs to replace fur upon spring coats, or else little jackets. All are so typically- "mannish" in colouring and design that one can picture a fond and economical wife' making her husband a tie from the col- "lar of her coat when she has
grown tired of it!
Mavo's
HONG KONG.
HATS
MADE TO ORDER.
Old Hats Clèaned Dyed and Remodelled.
New Shipment of American DRESSES.
PRICES VERY MODERATE.
Bouth Arcade,
Eve
China Building.
Gloucester, Bldg.
Very Smart Washable Evening
DRESSES.
Prices from
$27.50.
"Rickshaw
Brand
Ceylon tea
Sole Distributors-DAVIE, BOAG & Co. LTD.
Binart women buy not only "Eunice"
kowns, but comfort, it and
style et the same time-yas,
(even for as low
as $10.50.
Gay Romper Sults for Beach Wear
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In all kinds of beach wear, such as the attractive new rom- per suits, or shorts, or the new button-on
sun-back skirts and jumpers, the general trend is to- wards the practical. Linen is the favourite material, and that 1s essentially hard wearing. The beach pyjamas have given way to smart man-tailored shorts.
Cotton Frocks for the Ballroom
Schiaparelli has introduced many new and unusual materials into the dress world, and con- siders that cotton frocks should once more be given a chance" in the London ballroom: In one cat- ton ensemble for a summer even- ing the material is blue and "white checked cotton crepon, and to make the frock stand out a little round the feet a frill of white jaconet (a starched cotton fabric) is introduced under the hem.
Brace-like straps. twisted in front, hold up the frock, which is fastened at one side with a white enemel hook. The little frill-crim- med cape is of sheened white or- gandle. The only piece of stik in. the whole outfit is in the ribbon. It is used for the knotted bow at the back. This is of bright blue velvet Crystal mercury wings are used for the fastening in front. One Ascot suggestion in cotton is a plain straight ankle- length frock of pale blue cotton crepe volle with a delicate scroll This has a black. pattern in slightly cowl front and is tied at the back of the neck with inch- wide black cotton braid. Similar braid, but wider is used for a waistband. A poke bonnet-hat made from shiny black string with a black muslin bow for trim- ming, would be an appropriate companion for this frock.
The Season's New Line, The new small capés, or bolero and cafe combined tend to give a distinctive and broader iine to shoulders. Some of the fuller and frilly summery skirts have the draped fichu bodices, and sash-waists, which take away any suggestion of a superfuitý of fabric. Much attenton is paid, to the neck drapery. The three- quarter sleeve that opens wide towards the wrist is pleasing, and balances. a slighty flared hemline. Waists are placed fairly normal- ly. Often a slight break at the waistline is helpful, especially H a tiriy bolero cape is worn, for at last the summer cape' has an important place in fashion. Some little capes
attached to sashes and fasten at the back, with the ends falling on to the skirt. A somewhat difficult mode is the Introduction of contrasting sleeves. With the modern desire for simplicity the quieter con- trasts in colour prevail. Spotted fabrics are used sparingly for
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Ing in little "ins" in the trim sult. Neat turn-down collars, buttons down the front, belts and large patch pockets are features common to both models. linens fil an important place in fashion, for there is a demand. even in the height of summer. for tailored styles. while their freshness and look of cociness is always attractive.
The Charm of Organdle Detachable frills or even under- blouses of organdle with a dark Pleated summer gown are smart. organdie is used for the double the dark frill arrangement, or frock. More elaborate is the un- derblouse of embroidered and WOT edge organdie
scalloped
with the navy blue sleeveless suit. The organdle is in a pale yellow 'tone with edge and embroidery in white and the effect produced is that of under-sleeves frills and basque, to an, otherwise somewhat severe dark suit,,,
New Summer Stocking shades that
suri-
suggest bare ankle effects Despite the bare legged vogue. stockings are as important as ever. "Nude" silk hosiery is the latest. Of the sheerest silk. flesh- coloured and as fine as gauze. they are designed to meet the summer fashion of bare ankles. For everyday wear stockings of the finest mesh in silk are seen mainly in three shades. Light. medium and darker. The lightest are the nude effects ranging be- tween pearly-pinks and bronzes. When it comes to hos- lery to wear with the walking sult, the vogue for blue or brown has brought with it a liking for beige-coloured stockings, with a blue suit particularly when brown shoes are worn. For the black or black and, white ensamble worn by the older woman there are lovely pale greys, cool in tone. yet possessing becoming pear- liness in tint. Sun-tan bronzes are worn with light frocks by the sports girl, and these shades are also useful for summer linen tweed costumes. With the more important darker-toned frocks in silk or printed fabrics stock- ings in a lighter tone are chosen, in keeping with the colour of the
White frock and shoes.
and cream sporta socklets are made in silk with decorative turnover tops embroidered in gay colours. These socklets are of the transparent type in fine silk or an open mesh with practical soles of Hale thread or wool. Other attractive designs in socklets are seen in pale pastel colours topped with a design in white.
Field Flowers
Field flowers are immensely popular as a design for printed materials. A lovely dress for a not so young wearer is of black chiffon printed with poppies and cornflowers, with an apron panel
In front edged with fine black lace. Alternatively there is red and white chiffon dress with a black scroll pattern mounted on bright red taffeta. with a long sleeved coat of the dress material. A brown taffeta faille coat serves as an attractive din- ner or theatre dress.
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The Ascot Brim
be picked up again in a charm- ing multi-coloured hat, with a dainty brim and possibly a crown. of Hower and feather of gay hue to' match the tunic blouse.
inisist on The dressmakers bows-bows of such dimensions that they almost conceal the neck, the shoulders, or the decol- lete. This fashionable trimming can be arranged in many effec- tive ways on trock or blouse. and lends itself in particular to the taffeta vogue of the moment. Talking of taffeta, taffeta coats, short or long, are undoubtedly playing an important part fashion. In bright colours, or white, they also appear in the evening. The best models," how- ever, though feminine and "pic- face crown has a short black turesque, are by no means exag-
Hats for Ascot are. made of black lace or chalk, white straw with very wide brims, and little pot crowns that are shorter than ever, in fact, they just alt on the head, but it is amazing, how comfortably. Even without the elastic grip they seem to perch safely, and look very smart. The white straw brim with a black
lace border dipping at a short depth all round the edge of the “ brim.
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Mode for Tall Women Tall women look their best in the tunic of cut-to-the-knee length. It is a charming means of introducing colour contrast into practical and pleasing street ensembles.
models Very new have the long three-quarter leng- th coat and a alim skirt in navy or black wool and silk fabric. This is worn with a long tunic. blouse which can be as decora- tive and gap as the wearer desires. Apart from a glimpse of bold bows and cravat, and a fantastic under-cuff, the street sult reveals little of the variety of colour beneath, but this can
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gerated. This is fortunate, taffeta, directly it assumes, a somewhat dressy air, is apt to be ageing, as, indeed. is the with all modes that stress more elaborate styles. The quaintly ruched or pleated taffeta cape in any, colour can give new life to a printed crepe or plain chiffon frock. It can'tle on one shoulder or fall down the back, finishing in a large bow to correspond. A little black taffeta facket of the semi-fitted kind with flared over a floral peplum is worn printed, Chine frock-one of the small garden printa in gay colours and a belted jumper style. are Tartan checked taffetas smart in two colours, such as black and yellow.
GLASS AND WOOD
Composition bracelets in ali colours are prominent, many being two to three inches wide. Some of the latest novelties are
in transparent "pristal." and in the centre of them are decorative.
exotic figures, or birds,
fishes. and flowers. All rather remainis- cent of the old-fashioned colour- ed glass-work so frequently seen in globe paper-weights. Of these. last-mentioned bangles it is worth noting that none are complete circles, all being just long enough to grip round the arm.
Immensely big necklaces of round beads are sponsored by Worth with his later spring en- sembles. Toey look terribly hea- vy, but turn out to be made from the lightest woods-a pleasing change from some of the weighty jewellery women have worn late- ly.
This house also shows little collarettes of what appears to be cat-gut, several strands making a collar tolle flat upon a plain dress, and the ends are tied in
a neat bow in front.
RINGS AND EAR-RINGS
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Angular lines are apparent in
· much of the new jewellery. There are new signet rings made quite, square, with the initials engraved Or inlaid in crystal, amethyst, or some other semi-' precious stone. The stones for the newest decorative rings are also cut in angular shapes and may be in triangles or squares, with broad fat facings.
Everybody in Paris is wearing the new ear-clips, or car-jewels As they are called here: Many of these are carved out of cry- stal, coral, and jade, and fit Uke tiny shells over the lobes of 'the
ears:
Few women are wearing long ear-rings, though Worth's hair ornament, consisting of a metal band over the head, with drops. attached to either end, la very popular. I have lately seen. It worn with bunches of tiny green -grapes-twining up from the ears
and over the hair
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