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HONG KONG
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Designing & Remodelling,
of
HATSTM
also
A wide selection of Imported Hats.
Silk Crepe
Gloucester Arcade.
Afternoon Dresses
Woollen Suits
Excella
Tel. 50811.
188, Nathan Road,
Kowloon,
CONFIDE IN
SISTER-IN-LAW Is having her family difficulties. Each visit to her husband's brother's home creates trouble. The two brothers entertain each other and she must concentrate un the
hrother's wife and her mother-in-law who lives with them. Their - conversation is usually "catly," boastful and patroaising. Would it be wrong to ask her husband to call on his brother without her? YOU CANNOT BE BLAMED for not wishing to make an unpleasant visit. I suggest you info. your busband that you prefer to go seldom, and encourage him to go alone. Maybe if you took another woman with you on these calls,! preferably member of the
the
FAITH PRIOR
Can
b.
SUCH A SITUATION quite a test of character for both parties. There was once ah - uminating story written entitled "Her Money." Tradition dies hard. From that story one gathered that when the "weaker sex" has the money it can never forget it. It dominates
that arises in such a marriage. So often the man does Just become a hire- ling, when, in self-defence, he does not become like your tom cat.'
every situation
WRITER-This young lady has a desire to express herself in writing and receive A salary therefrom. She enquires regarding certain types of education In this regard, In- cluding the ways and means of altaining her ambitioa.
WOMEN'S INTERESTS
Fashion
Round The
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Shops
PRE-VIEW
Hongkong ladies may be think- ing that they have passed the height of the winter social season and can relax and laugh about all those parties. But what about the pre-lent parties, Chinese New Year, weddings and engagement parties for spring brides? There is In rest for the weary. However, do not be discouraged, as the shops are on your side keep in mind the sales that are about to take place and what bargains for home and triends you can pick up about
town.
20 Per cent. Reduction
IT your gold or bronze satin evening slippers have danced their last dance..take heart and stop in un Monday at Lane Crawford's This shop is having a sale of foot wear-evening. spectator sports, strect Und summer styles. The largest group in the selection are made in the United States and are Dargains. Keslery will also be in- cluded in the sale and, you can never have enough silk stocking!
During the past few weeks, you nave forgotten about that afi- necessary corset or girdle, and trequently have not made use of It under the formal gowns which you have worn practically every evening during the holidays But. "my ladles, you will pay the price with a bulge here and there, and the only way to smooth yourselves vul is by means of a good founda- tion garment.
Two-way stretch girdles and panties. Lorsets and brassieres will be on sale on Monday, and you can profit by the 20 percent discount.
· Silks and Woolens
Small informal dinners, party calls. Sunday afternoon dancing, and other similar affairs do not require formal frocks. Therefore trie well-cut, smartly-designed sük dress will be correct Excella's in Nathan Road nas a satisfactory selection of such apparel. Models vary from the full circular skirt to pleats; bodices are high and low- curiosity, are necessary qualifica- | waisted, full sleeves, shoulder treat-
Jandly acquainted with situation, this will save you from AN ACADEMIC EDUCATION, a being at your sister-in-law's mercy. thorough knowledge of English If anything "catty" is said merely grammar and composition, plus a smile, and go right on talking keen imagination and a devouring about something else.
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It is always unwise to help build tlons for prominent writer.ments. The trimmings are some- any barrier between your husband and his family or his friends.
UNDECIDED is engaged to 'be married. She wishes to give a party for another bride In whose wedding she is to tako part, and desires to know if this would be correct, her Hance is out of town at pre- sent?
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how to start. You don't know Nonsense! Take 1 cue trom the young man who went to the office early for a few months" and surprised everyone with
best veller. How to begin? List Interest- ing experiences you have had. That youthful love affair! It seems funny now that your hero is com- mencing to be bald and there's the skeletop of an amusing short story.
A lively account of a week-end
thing new and different.
Woollens, the pet of every wu- man's wardrobe this time of year, are tailored into smart dresses suit- able for both morning and after- noon wear. When colder days ar- rive, they are very comfortable under a top coat. The Individua) Kat.
Be different from every woman
IF IT IS NOT PRACTICAL to holiday in Shanghai might interest you meet on the street, and do it wait until his return, there is no women or travel magazines. What | by means of a hat that suits your further reason for not givmg the to do If words refuse to now when tace and personality. It is very
Lazy, Supreme
The "Fortyish" Figure
FRANKLY
Fashions
FASHIONABLE., FORTY! Life begins at forly. Sophistication, cleverness, intelligence and pride make you every inch a subtle and smart Indy. Such is a fashion portrait of you this year, if you are in the forties.
It has taken this season of mid-Victorian influence and impulse to inspire a new feeling in the 'fortylsh' clothes. There's new diginity about them, 'queenly' almost to the point of being regal, and above everything-femininely flattering!
Women are in their glory this trail at the back and be attractive- year from a fashion standpoint and ly set onto the bodice in a high- a few of the high-fashioned models point fashion in the front. we shall review for you.
A semi-dress coat of fine woolens from a famous maker has just enough Persian lamb on the high, upstanding collar, and about the bottom of the almost bell-shaped sleeves, to distinguish it from the usual.
made to
A perfect gown for restaurant dining, Sunday nights at home and other such engagements is created
pliable of
crepe give the allusion or being svelte, even if you are not slender. Bands of metal applique that ornament the full short, gleeves serve to add
a touch of glamour that intrigues.
This particular coat falls straight from the shoulders, and the nubby Hats on this point be, careful. surface of the material in almost There is a definite line drawn be- stripe effect enhances the simple tween growing, twenties and ar- silhouette. It's a coat that's rived" fortles. Feathers, long and adaptable to dressy or general wear streamlined or full and wispy and is as Batering to the large ladies in the forties can wear to figure as the small.
advantage. Veils are Just the
party while he is away. In other you are ready to start? Imagine easy. If you really concentrate on The full draperies of this hostess gown ensemble are not only
words. you should wait if you you are talking to 1. friend or could, but you would certainly not writing a letter. Do not worry give up, having the party because about the correct plot or if your of the absence of the man you style is professional. The plot will yourself will particularly misa, junfold as your story is told and it
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WORKER: Through losses and disloyalties the business of Worker's husband has declined
to practically nothing. Now, the two of them are commenc ing to rebuild. He does not believe it dignified that she assist him in his office, though she had a business career be- fore marriage. Also, she is in a quandary, as to what title to use in his office. sbould she acknowledge to the bus-" iness world that she is his wife?
* WOMEN GALORE all over the
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the subject, and it is made even flattering and smart but comfortable for domestic relaxation or en- simpler f you consult Mayo's | tertainment hours. The head bandeau is of the same material, and Shop, in the Arcade.
may hide a broken engagement with the beauty shop.
THE FUR COAT
An old hat can be designed in Д completely new style.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 1939.-PAGE
Commencing Monday Sale
of
Girdles Corsets
and
Two-way stretch Panties
Less 20% discount --
Ladies' Salon
Lane, Crawford, Ltd.
Woollie Dresses
for"."
Day & Sports Wear
Attractive line
of
New Hats.
RIVELLE
Gloucester Arcade.
BEAUTY!
Everyone who isn't either a confirmed wallflower or just a wee bit tetched in the bald is getting polished and silkily gorgeous for the pre-Lent parties, marriages, etc, affairs on the social list. The Christmas season is "over bat that is only half of it. For, girl meets" boy, but unless girl knows her vegetables, make-up and clothes, hoy meets another girl, and so it goes. Competition is fierce, and the rosebuds that mow down the males don't get that way by just brush- ing their teeth regularly and wishing hard.
The young socialite and college, with all the dirt and apply a girl get away with murder. When second. After the second removať they're not on parade they can let bathe your face in cool water: their bodies go limp and their there will be no need for close schnozzles shine. Not so our col-scrutiny in your mirror, you will leagues. Those of you who shove know your skin is really clean. around in the business and pro- And when its immaculate you know
most fessional world, progress as often your
important beauty as not for being as easy to look at groundwork has been laid. as for being hard in the head.
ELAS1.CS
Now, this particular group must
shine sleekly from nine to five and | You are probably bored with
frequently, later; sometimes under those sharp ridges left on up- thing. Large hats with an discouragingly inadequate condi- shoved curls by the elastics that exotle tip will make all males bow tions. Therefore, they should have hold your bonnet. Invest in a is a wild endeavour of every author Perhaps you have an original Most every woman longs for a to have his own individual way of Idea or wish to have a
fur coat that will dennitely do down. But beware of the small a beauty kit at their base of busi-minature braid of real hair to writing.
combination of style points from something for her. She desires off-the-face hats, sailors with smallness. This includes cleansing cream, match your own, and hook it in- and ordinary elastic. Economy DEAR FAITH PRIOR-I am in two different hats. This shop wil most that the coat be attractive brima, Napoleon or tricorn styles; skin tonic, face powder, and a side any chapeau just as you would love with two young men; both of solve your problem. All this without adding extra bulk to her leave those for the girls who at smail vial of perfume
How everyone once got along note: You can switch it from one
hat to another. them have proposed marriage. sounds costly, but it really is not. figure. A Russian kid caracul is tempt to look thirty at twenty.
without Co-Ets, those small squares HOUSE COATS They are attractive, intelligent Ten to twenty-five dollars is the the answer to her dreams, and not
Have you been eating garlic? Is of cotton which are cleansers of either. The terribly expensive One price range of such services.
your face and even hands during your stomach upset, or do you need the day. Just a mood-saver and to call on the dentist? If so, e- member that when you open your minute miser, they make of you.
mouth your best friend may not be there to tell you about it. Each month you need a new
and
of
familles. good
Forget hostess pyjamas and robe
has certain qualities which I There is also a small selection design should have simple treat- admire and the other has not, and { of styles on sale in Mayo's whichment of the neck line which is yourselves in house coats rich of
vice versa. I cannot decide between the two and wonder if you could give me advice towards making a decision. Quandary.
DEAR QUANDARY — This 18 an
Incorporates the latest fashion points of the millinery season.
Wool Fashions
Long sleeves, flared skirts or
and
matérial, beautifully tallured in youthful
slenderizes; the shoulders extended but without the cut, bright and vivid in colours.
A simply tailored suit of camels usual exaggerated detail of extreme
hair or other luxurious woolens fullness.
worn with a plainly tailored silk or
Tailored styles are always smart
ELEGANT NAILS
fold yet dimcalt, problem Analyse pleats.. Interesting and different and chic, never too severe they can crepe blouse decorated by an ex- each sultor separately as to. family trimmings of leather, novelty but. be a great boon to an 'overworked⋅{ tragavant brooch or clip is correct nails? This has been taken car better no odour at all.
wardrobe. A simple one-piece
world are helping their husbanda
and background, stability, éducation tons, braid etc, are incorporated in in business to-day. It no longer general character, your reaction the soft bunny wool, wool and sin/ dress with flat pleats from shoulder Sports or shopping. occasion's comment, However, it is
towards him; and last but not least, mixture. hubby wools and fine to waist on either side of the high always safer to be frank and his sense of humour. Invite both i woven materials of Rivelle's new sift neckline, has a coat with the are wearing always think of your
natural and much more embarras- sing to try to act a part. Therefore, afternoon in your home and study
men to call on you. for tea some dresses,
do not hide your true identity, use,
them closely. the 'Mrs,' before your name, other- wise, if you keep it secret, misun- derstanding and gossip may arise.
MONEY-I married to man without an income. He is not grateful for the home and clothing his wife supplies. He refuses to do any work or to be agreeable. His ego and conceit his wealthy wife now flnds un- bearable. She' does not know what.course to follow and asks for advice.
Do you object, when applying eye-shadow, to getting the shade toothbrush and use. It three times of it under your longish elegant a day. Do not have highly scent- ed teeth cleaning preparations, and eye-taking for a morning of of. A new version of eye-shadow
comes in a smooth little stick you And in the same family, an ex- Matters not which ensemble you noke in your bag. You apply it as tremely close relation is Miss or you do lipstick, never sullying your Mr. mouthwash, be it, salt water .or an experisive medicinal con- fingers..
Another new device for the dain-coction. Rinse your mouth and ties who require the last elegant throat after each scrubbing of the touch on everything is a perfumed enamels. And a hint and sugges facial tissue. They come in ip- tion to the highly seasoned menu stick size (for the reticule), averindulgers is: saturate a piece of age size, and in a huge outsized tissue with your mouth wash and sheet, that could possibly remove rub yor tongue vigorously.
BAme pleating detall running posture. Head up shoulders back, vertically in the coat sleeves. Both stomach in and hips down, to help This shop in the Gloucester coat and dress should be of the you maintain these rules keep Arcade has a smart selection in same soft finished crepe material. away from flat-heeled shoes except If this is not possible, make ar- frocks of this type worn for busi-
in active aports. A high-heel forces A tailored ensemble of this sort women to walk slower, this gives rangements to spend a certainness, spectator sports, active sports amount of time in each of the and very informal afternoon and may be worn into the spring sea- you time to think of your posture men's company putting them to early evening affairs. The colours due to its medium weight and keeps you on balance. Thus
tests on the points of their general 'are bright' and vivid and stand out make-up about which you hesitate. to advantage. A few soft pastela Then think the question over care- are pleasing to the eye and flatter- fully and make your dealston,
ing.
(Each week in this column FAITH PRIOR answers ques- tions of a personal nature submitted by readers of the "Dally Press.")
son
material.
A. LACE GOWN
you have more grace in your move- ments and your costumes appear Beside it is a cherished possession to their full advantage. -the desire of every woman-d'
The ladies of 40 can hold up Such garments are extremely lace gown. For the informal oc- their heads and laugh at the world. smart with a good-looking top coat casions one of alluring Spanish, They are in the prime of their of camel hair, tweed or fur and lace with a flattering little belted Ilves, and should know all the a bat contrasting in vivid shade jacket is almost a necessity, The questions and answers even unto sets off such a costume.
floor-length skirt should slightly fashions.
the cold cream of an entire torso.
After all the soap and water, creams and tonics, paint powder REAL BEAUTY !
and exercise, uncork your pet par Cleanliness is not only next to |fume for the occasion and close the godliness, it's right next door to beauty performance with a dab to beauty. Therefore Beveral the ear-tips, the wrists and finger real times a day a good cold cream tips, the U of your neck, the curve" should be used. Do not rely "on of your mouth, the end of your. one application. Remove the first nose and the top of your head?