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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1927
Page
5
A Sydney Letter describes new fashion vagaries with shorter skirts nearing the knee and sheer fabrics. It notes Madame’s decree on underpinnings, updated trims, and evolving hemlines, with changes to hair, hats, and accessories signaling a modern yet cautious shift in feminine style.
The article notes charming bow trims ruling current wardrobes for evening and afternoon frocks. It highlights ivory gowns with pearl and diamond embroidery bows, smaller bow accents on shoulder straps, and a trend away from buttons to vertical rows of bows.
A correspondent notes a fashion change as umbrellas move from hole clutch to bracelet forms. Manufacturers reportedly melt and recast umbrella parts into large bangles, signaling a shift away from prior fringe and novelty designs toward wearable umbrella tops.
A nostalgic passage recalls shawls with scarlet, white and blue designs on Fardican net and black fringe. It mentions layers of net, fringe, and new evening wear with scarlet borders on green chiffon velvet and georgette fabrics.
The Sydney women’s social scene centers on charity efforts linked to the International Exhibition of Architecture. Funds sought for the University Women's Settlement. debuts and balls feature prominent hosts Lady MacCallum and Mrs Masen. Pageantry and costumes draw crowds at the Ambassador, with proceeds aiding local causes.
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