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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1916
Page
12
A fashion note describes chic frocks in navy blues and black georgette accents. Tomorrow 50 Pen taileta silk suits debut in charming styles, with each model presenting distinctive elegance.
The article notes that many hats resemble those priced from one third to twice as much and advises early selections.
The Paris fashions copied for American women blur origin, with exact looks and much lower prices for copies. American originals rival in beauty yet cost more. Frilly ruffles appear in white flesh maize and other shades. Two counter tables display crepe de chine and tub silk waists at $2.50.
A shopper’s note highlights a wide skirt range from silks to serges, plaids, homespuns, and gabardines. Styles include flared, pleated, ruffled and pannier effects with full sides, priced from $5.00 and up. New awning stripes and Golfine outdoor skirts priced at $6.50 appear in navy, grey, Dutch blue and other tones.
Phenix and Gordon Hosiery showcases black and white embroidered hose at $1.25, Pretty Scotch plaids at $1.50, navy blue with stripes at $1.26, plus greys and tans to match shoes. Offers silk, silk, cotton options in plain black white and tan with novelty patterns to complement outfits.
Description notes the pair drawers and center tables on the main floor. It highlights clear tiny pin-tucks and ruffles, and says the styles are full cut and of very best quality.
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