Sunshades of Spring Parasol Styles and Lore
A survey of seasonable parasols blends fashion and history. Minaret and cherry blossom designs appear beside taffeta and white silk models, with careful matching to outfits from lace frocks to linen suits. The piece notes Roman and Japanese influences, color palettes, and cautions on pairing to avoid clashing.
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Transparent Neckbands and Imitation Rhinestone Motifs
The article discusses popular transparent neckbands with rhinestone slides used with collarless gowns. It explains construction, such as four slides, back and front positioning, and methods to keep the band upright. It also notes variations with jet accents and practical use with upturned lace finishes.
Chestnut Cream Sauce with Croustade and Nut Desserts
Melt butter stir in flour for a smooth chestnut cream sauce seasoned with salt and pepper. Fold in chestnuts and serve in croustade shells made from hollowed bread slices. For a dessert option, dissolve gelatin, add sugar lemon extract and chopped nuts with whipped cream, then mold and decorate with candied cherries.
Oriental Embroideries Shape Chinese Fashion Trends
The piece notes how Chinese-inspired embroidery and patterns influence belts collars and waistcoats as manufacturers adopt Chinese designs. It highlights the rise of Chinese fans at social events and the feathered aigrette fringe. It mentions availability in small shops and department stores and the spring silk trend.
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China
New Olive Stoner A Handy Kitchen Tool
A small olive stoner offers quick pitting without waste. The device resembles a miniature punch and places olives under the pitter to remove the stone efficiently for salads and dressings.
Hats Trend with Jet and Straw Materials
The report notes Ulle and jet combined with straw in new hats. Filmy tulle rises high in these designs, held by jetted pins and jetted butterflies. Jet and bead butterflies and tulle are fashionable garnitures for the spring season.
Epigrammatic Sayings About Love Friendship
A pair of facially sharp maxims accompany a brief quotation by Louis Mezieres and Countess of Blessington. The notes compare a woman's love and friendship and suggest that a woman's head is ruled by her heart while a man's heart is ruled by his head.
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Blessington
The Many Uses of Cold Coffee in Daily Life
A guide listing diverse home uses for coffee beyond drinking. It covers desserts and puddings made with coffee, coffee based icings and toppings, lemon or vanilla sauces, eggless coffee gingerbread, and cleaning or dyeing tips for textiles. It advises moderation and avoiding waste.
Monograms on Outer Clothing Fashion Trend
A fashion note on Japanese monograms adorning outer garments. Designers feature gold and silver back embroidery on a white satin coat and peacock blue silk on a black charmeuse model. The fad sparks gossip and signals a shift away from heart motifs this spring.
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Milady
The Fashionable Bodice Poses in Soft Sheer Evening Styles
Fashion notes describe the current trend of translucent bodices in day frocks with lace or net over tinted chiffon. Sleeveless tunics or boleros rise over the bodice, creating a cool summer look. Street wear remains modest with shoulders covered, yet the effect remains sensibly transparent. Big sash bows appear at the back on most outfits this season.
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Pup
Monotones in Home Furnishings Gain Ground in Rooms
The article notes a rise of single color schemes in home interiors aided by upholstery departments. It warns that overdoing brown or green can dull a space, and suggests accents in orange, cream, blue, and rose to add warmth. Decorators offer free guidance on rugs, draperies, and wall coverings.
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Milady
Living Room Pillow Covers Suit Weathered Oak Furniture
Cross stitch outline and solid embroideries on these pillow covers suit living room use. They are designed for hard usage and complement weathered oak furniture now greatly favored.
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