Spring fashions bring silk jersey and taffeta gowns to Athens shops
Amid Easter preparations Athens shops unveil a vivid spring lineup. Silk jersey two tone blouses and skirts appear with contrasting sashes and long waistlines while bold taffeta skirts with pockets and expansive silhouettes attract the demure and sophisticated alike. Diverse fabrics including lace nets marquisettes and chiffons appear with fresh takes. The paper taffeta craze promises crackle and volume as leap year ushers in spring fever.
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GWTW
Athens
What To Wear With What Is Answered Here
Katherine Hall surveys a spring wardrobe guide with bright color palettes and bold accessories. She notes vivid handbags belts gloves and jewelry dominate Court Street show windows while shoes feature comfort and new high-wall toes and wedges. The piece emphasizes bold color use for Easter Parade standout style.
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Katherine Hall
Court Street
Copper Penny Color Makes Shoes Stand Out In Athens Stores
Local shops in Athens tout Copper Penny as a new shoe shade for spring. Heels return with laced effects and toeless or low heeled styles gain popularity, aided by patent leather, perky bows, and scalloped details.
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Athens
1940s color trends Athens shops reveal new hues
Local shops feature bright colors Hurrah Red Honey Gold and softer tones Pressed Rose and Campus Green. guidance emphasizes practical foundations for a long torso silhouette and a smooth hip line with a slim waist to fit the era’s costume chic.
Expert coat tips from Helen Cookman on smart styling
Designer Helen Cookman outlines fashion rules for figures. She advises simple coats with bold hats for a smart look and offers body shaped guidance on shoulder lines belts trim length and collars.
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Helen Cookman
Tiny Straw Sailors With Veils Dominate Athens Hat Shops
Grace Johnston notes springtime hat fashions in Athens stores along Court Street. Tiny straw sailors trimmed with veils, pastel felts, and new mesh fabrics headline a bright array, including gypsy slouches, poke bonnets, and Flemmish sailor designs by Elizabeth Hawes, with navy, pink, blue, and yellow shades on display.
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Athens
Court Street
Saturn
Flemmish
Elizabeth Hawes
Flemmish Sailor
New Knee Length Pajamas Take Spring Wear by Storm
The knee length short sleeve pajama, shown by crothiers last year, will be available in most cities this spring. Made for spring and summer, it uses lightweight fabrics and offers many patterns and colors for a cool look. Front button coats return while the slip over style wanes.
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