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HONG KONG DAILY PRESS

Mayo's

HONG KONG

HOPPE

New. Shipment

of

Dressy

"Hats.

Gloucester Arcade.

Smart Tweed Suits

also

Snappy Hats

"Just received.

Excella

Tel. 0001).

Nathan Road. m

Kowloon.

CONFIDEN

NON-DRINKER writes of her difficulties in social gatherings where alcohol is served. She' does not care for spirits and has found herself unpopular on this account.

You are quite young, and to fall Into the babit of drinking would

FAITH PRIOR

employed during the whole of that time. Certainly you have saved some money. Both of you should understand and know the other quite well in this time.

To-day the upbringing and keep- ing of children is more difficult from the financial aspect than.

not assist you in the development years ago. But there are many of your health or character. It is children born in the present time not necessary to imbibe in spirits

at a social gathering to be popular. There are many people, who drink nothing but soft drinks, or a glass of wine.

who, no doubt, do not inherit the heritage which you could afford a child.

Try to have a young child of intelligent are visit your home and Do not call attention to the fact associate with your husband. He that you do not drink spirits or may be afraid of children, but this that you must argue this fact. To be, is not uncommon. In a quiet and sccluble order some light refresh-subtle manner put suggestions, in- ment, teu, coffee or a glass of cldents or accounts of young child- sherry this will demonstrate to dren before Him.

your

home can save each

those of your friends who demand! Draw to his attention the com- participation in drinking, fort, happiness and Interest which that you are sociable. To be in children' about the the company of people who drink create. Above all a great deal of alcohol you must month. money toward the occas be on your guard,

sion when you have a child so Watch what you say and do and that he will not feel that the baby where you go. Quiet, intelligent, is a drain on the family, anances, charming and an interesting con- DEAR FAITH PRIOR: I believe versationalist are the characteris- he was in love with me, though ties you should develop. I believe he never actually said so. The It would be wiser for you to drop other day he behaved in a a few of the people who enjoy strange way, and I was at once evenings of drinking and seek nurt and disappointed. I resolved other companions, -

to put him out of my mind. In thinking it over. I have might have misjudged him through. "a" hasty conclusion.

UNDECIDED is a giri of 18 years old. In many instances her escort of an evening enter- tainment has insisted, upon taking a short drive before de- livering her to the family home. She does not exactly enjoy these drives being a business girl who needs a cer- tain amount of rest, and wishes to know how to over-

come the outings...

very

I have no way of seeing him. I want to write a letter and it necessary say goodbye in a good spirit. Do you think he would re- sent it? He seems to be a very rearonable young man. Is it im proper for a girl to write to а man? Would be think I was cheap?--HESITATING.

DEAR HESITATING: It is not A motor drive at night in Hong- kong or Kowloon is very pleasing proper for a lady to write to a and restful. However, I agree with man. Yes, write. him a very short you that a certain number of lote. Do not mention the subject hours are required for a business of love, nor the incident which girl. It is not advisable to tour took place whereby your feelings the country side late in the even were hurt, nor your conclusions.

not necessary; as ing with a young man of slight! A goodbye is acquaintance. You can overcome from your letter you are still fond this practise by definitely stating of the gentleman and everyone has their quarrels and misunder- that you do not care for a motor

standings. ride late in the evening.

In the note extend an invitation There are very few escorta Informed of this fact definitely, for tea in your home or to a sócial take advantage of a young lady's gathering. Suggest a meeting be- wishes and go contray to them. tween the two, and inform him It would be wiser for you to refuse simply of your wish in seeing him further invitations with men who again.

cannot respect your desire and who It is not cheap for a young lady are inconsiderate and selfish as to write a note or letter to a these escorts you speak of have gentleman provided she makes the contents" intelligent and interest-

been.

A CHILDREN LOVER who has been married four years is desirous of raising a family. However, the husband does not wish - this state to exist and the fact is causing difficultles in their home life.

The

desire for children in the home is perfectly "natural" "You and your husband have been mar- ried four years, and he has been

WOMEN'S INTERESTS

Fashion

PRE-VIEW

SEEN AND UNSEEN

OF FORMAL EVENING ATTIRE

YOU ARE GOING FÓRMAL THIS EVENING! The majority of events arriving on the calendar in the coming months will require dressing and "dolling-up" for the occasion,

Of course, you pay attention to the complexion and hair. If this is not up to the mark and times, pay a visit to your beauty shop and have a facial, manicure, even a pedicure, and be sure your hair

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eyes.

Round The Shops

All of you are now winter- shopping-minded, and the shops in the Colony are ready with new stocks. Smart Wools

A two or one-piece wool, knit sports dress is a delight to every woman's heart and a necessary

new

In the late afternoon, try and Fur is really top fashion news, part of her wardrobe, One piece smatch a few winks of beauty now, for evening wraps, but you angora and worsted knit frocks, sleep soaking, pads of cotton wool will not be astray in other fabrics. in a wide range of colour, two In witch hazel or your favourite White ermine and fox are the out- and three-piece woollen knit aults eye lotion and apply to the closed standing evening furs, mink, Ko in contrasting shades with

linsky and sables are always smart and interesting trims, are now on All is ready for the dressing and these furs made be made in display in Lane Crawford's Salon. Few undies are worn in the even-the long. medium or very short

Do not forget to cast your eyes ing. decree fashion experts. Your garment.

on the suede jackets in four styles. slippers. In brocade, silver, gold of

The colours are exceptional These coloured satin are perched on the

coats can be cleaned, and there are one hundred combinations to

stool beside sheer desh hose. or very light gun metal.

THE GLOVES

1

Cuddling into your wrap you choose from.

To be right up to the minute in reach for the evening gloves, and style in Evenings comfort- and fashion a net, satin you are very detrop without them. and lastex "all-in-one" foundation this year; they stretch nearly.co

We all want to appear at our garment should be waiting for you, the shoulder in colours or plain very best and different too at for-

evening bag suits mai or dressy events. to slip into. These garments are white. Your very supple and light in weight. your fancy, brocade, velvet, silk shoulder gowns in velvet, lace and At the same time, they provide a jewelled any of them are in order, moire are very new and dashing

firmness for busts, and a smooth

fit for your gown around the waist and hips. Straps. or without, as the costume demands, can be used on the garment. "

A slip will also be worn if the dress is of light texture and Is transparent. All these types-of- gowns bave theu own slips to match which are cut on the blas and come with or without shoulder. straps as the style calls for.

Now, for the plece de resistance. your evening gown,

LARGE SELECTION Fashion provides a large selec- tion of materials, tailoring and colouring this winter. There are several outstanding · new · details which you will find in almost every costume. Very low neck in front. 's one of them. Many gowns have no shoulder straps or attachments. 'hey remain over the busta through fine bones running up the bodice. Low 'backs still hold a place in the formal dress picture.

The skirts have changed a bit: fullness is in the back, many of the front being perfectly plain and straight. Also you have the old friend "bouffant" back again, the full skirt gathered at the waist with stiffening on the underside causing the material in the skirt to stand out.

Trains are in the minority, and many of the gowns are shorter In front than the back. This fact- litates your dancing. “A few of the new dresses have last years line in a tight fitting hip in the skirt which flares at the knee.

The materials of these formal gowns are very rich in texture and colour. Lame and metal clothes, moire, velvet, satin ribbing, taffeta, sti lace and tulle are mich in -vidence, and do not think the useful chiffon is out, it is put to a great deal of use and in large quantities, the skirts' being very full.

VIVID HUES

Colours are single or combined. Stay away from pastels and pon- der or select the richer shades or the vivid hues.

Inspect all the old family jewel- lery and put it on, heavy with many jewels, the new colours and styles do not call for great use of the delicate adornments. You must sparkle in the electric light ed hours.

Flowers, feathers, jewels, halos, vells, sequins, are worn in the hair. However, you will not be out of place with only a new up style coiffure which gleams from 200 nightly strokes of the hair brush.

Sports Outfit

Ideal for resort wear and casual sports is this two-piece. ensemble worn by Anne Shir- ley Her soft woollen jacket repeats the same canary yel- low of her sheer wool skirt and is, barred" with a green the shade of new grass and a rich biege.

·A· brown 'off-the-face- sailor of fine straw, chamois yellow gloves, a large, brown suede purse and brown pumps of suede complete the jaunty, ensemble.

Use a strip of tulle, a sequin cap. If you wish to be very gay have or a vell to keep your locks in

a mun to match your evening Ing. Always remember one of the place, to and fro, in the night wrap of fur or one with a fur

famous poets in the past made this remark "Women and fools write à letter"; consequently, make your note to the point and never put on paper any Information which you would be ashamed to have anyone read ⠀

(Each week in this column, FAITH PRIOR answers ques tions of a personal nature sub- mitted by readers of the Daily FrESS.)

winds.

trim. This should be small with And the wrap which "compli-✩ wrist handle and inside zipper ments the custume and keeps you compartment.. warm. You are fully dressed, your beauty work is finished and the

Of-the-

An excellent gown at mayo's in the Gloucester Arcade, is a simple, tailored, full-skirted mustard crepe evening frock, very low in front and at the back. A velvet plaid jacket with long sleeves gives the smartness to this gown which is fashioned for one of twenty five types.

The Wool Suit

Another must for a winter ward- robe is the woollen suit. The year the coats may be longer or shorter, but the standard sult style of jacket and skirt never dies. Excella. in Kowloon, provides many interesting wool treatments of colours and styles in suits, two- toned or solid colour. The tailor- ing is very good and the lining will wear very well, Plaid skirts and sold fackets are very new. You will note the interesting trim- mings of leather, which doll up and create the right touch .for these garments. Season Of Firs

This Winter, more than ever before, furs are very, very snart. The less expensive furs are treat- ed and used more this year than before.

Of course, if the exchequer allows, you will want a rich, well- matched, glossy fur coat-fox or jacket. They can be worn for 60 many occasiona

Take a trip to see Mrs. Willy the Metropole Hotel Building on the third floor, and inspect the furs she has received from the north. If finances are great question, you can solve your pro- blem here. Coats, capes, scaris, foxes, hats, muffs, and trimmings of fur are used widely this year.""

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New Wool Dresses

Tailored yet Dressey Wear them everywhere

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from $39.50

Good Selection

in Knitted Suits

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LAZY? DON'T FORGET YOUR EXERCISE!

"Hand your clothes on a hickory Imb

And don't go near the water!"

That bit of advice, to daughters who "would go out to swim” was the height of humour in 1890.

In 1938 it is serious business.

A well known beauty authority, Helena Rubenstein, has come out as a strong advocate of "dry swimming,”

To be streamlined, SWIM, she your legs free of the door, on

your bedroom floor.. says, but swin right at home on straight line with your body,

..Swimming motions, as everybody knows. are great weight, reducers and body streamliners. Not every- one can take the me for a swim in a pool or bay each day. But done each day, hence the dry land these exercises are only exective if

swimming,

When you are visiting this shop,! To reduce the hips and that you will not be able to help admir- extra plump tummy the Olympic ing and wanting one of the two-crawl leg movement, guarantees. :- plece knit suits in colour with new 1-Lie on a bench, face down. and different trims on the jackets Support yourself in any way you wish with your hands. but hold

and belts.

The Branch of

Offers

Also

Siberian Furriers

Bubbling Well Road, Shanghai.

Coats, Jackets & Capes

in

Persian, Lamb Caracul, Squirrel, Ermine, Mink-Marinond

etc.

American 'vening and Afternoon Dresses and Knitted Costames

at

Most reasonable Prices.

The grande final is a cluster or fixmall. fresh flower corsage. pined

last dab of perfume behind the ears with a jeweled corsage-pin to your and on the arms and wrists bas

been administered. This wrap may

wrap:

be velvet, lined in satin. Brocade Thus you set forth swishing and satin or metal cloth make stun- rustling in your new formal cost- ning coats in full length, knee ume learing a trail

of deep. length; capes or the short bolero, gamorous scent in your wake.

Tel. 30588.

Mrs. Willy

Room 334 Wang Hing Building, 10 Queen's Road C

SHORT STEPS

2-Walk on air, making, short mincing steps, the toes tumed slightly inward, pigeon-toe fashion, Move your feet up and down al- ternately and evenly.

3-Gradually get more action into your leg work, pretending you are trying to shake the ankles from the legs-this being the gen- eral...idea of the crawl-leg. kick. The width of the kick should be about ten inches. As the knees pass each other they should barely brush. The lega should be relaxed, with scarcely any play at the knees. The power | for the kick comes from the back and abdominal muscles, not the hips or knees. The np beat gains its power from the stomach mus- cles, the down beat from the back muscles, vend

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4-Practice for about two minutes. --then rest.

Arm movements in this crawl are grand for Bring the bust and taking that fat roll on the should- ers. (And think of the very new fashion low neck evening gOWTBI). Lie face down on the bench. Extend the right arm in front of the body, in line with right shoulder, palm down and fingers closed. Pull, Hand back - until it reaches the hip, then mise it out of the water, carry, it past the head, close to the ear to origirial position Left arm the same, When the right hand is beinning its downward drive, the left hand emerges at the hip

The motion STB rhythmic and unhurrie of the arm motion back

a boat

Bo hang your hickoryImb away from into the swim.