Mark Twain’s white suit sensation sparks fashion trend
A 1906 snow white flannel suit worn by Mark Twain drew attention and his quip about a crowd in evening dress. A Ken Burns PBS documentary notes Twain’s Sunday scarlet socks and all white attire. Designers later feature white suits in spring lines.
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Cute as a button and talk shows skin care tips
Jane magazine promotes looking younger with tips like sleeping on the back to avoid creases and napping during the day. It suggests a light diet of blended "baby" foods and even putting on weight to soften lines, while cautioning against drooling and babbling.
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Hair Care Maker Debuts Travel Size Line at Walgreens
Charles Worthington launches Take Aways mini travel versions in Walgreens stores. The adorable containers reach up to four inches tall and hold a week’s worth of product ideal for trips. The CW line includes a shrunk blow dryer spray, mousse, defining wax, serums, heat protector sprays, masks, waxes, and fifteen other items.
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Brooks Brothers adopts digital tailoring in New York flagship
Brooks Brothers unveils a white light full body scanner that takes 12 seconds to map a client in their underwear, producing a 3D virtual version used to tailor suits jackets pants and shirts. Stored measurements sync across Brooks Brothers stores with shirts from 75 dollars and suits from 698 dollars.
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Tomorrow In Accent Feature On Ken Burlis PBS Documentary
A preview in Thursday’s Accent highlights a Iowan contributor to Ken Burlis upcoming PBS documentary on Mark Twain. The piece notes the author’s local ties and the project’s historical focus.
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Low rise jeans dominate fashion prompting backlash and concerns
The rise of ultra low rise pants sparks embarrassment and discomfort as teens and parents critique the silhouette. Denim makers push mass market versions while retailers such as The Gap report losses blamed on fad driven fashion. монтаж
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