Fashion for stout women in 1921 spring styles
A Philadelphia Record fashion note says mature figures can be flatterered with long waisted taffeta frocks and lace or georgette panels. Navy and gray combos suit larger figures though overall gray risks an elephantine look. dark receding colors with bright trims are advised.
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Philadelphia Record
Silks Dominate Spring Millinery Trends In Paris Led Styles
The article highlights crepe de chine and taffeta as leading spring millinery choices. Designers showcase draped crepe de chine hats with scarf ends and large shapes. Shoe satin hats appear, floral trimming grows, and imports anticipate a flower season with chic satin finishes.
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Paris
Caroline Reboux
Style Notes for a Navy Canton Crepe Frock
The description outlines a straight chemise frock in navy canton crepe worn over a henna or gray crepe underdress cut to the waist. The front panel remains dark while the underdress peeks through the split, preserving long straight lines and adding relief to sobriety.
Decorations Worn in Hair Highlight Taurel and Diamonds
A style feature describes hair adornments for women across ages from debutantes to matron. Wreaths of Taurel with silver filigree, single diamonds, onyx accents, and topaz bands decorate heads, while iridescent metallic bands and ivory robes complement youthful and mature looks.
New Alpaca Cloth Shapes Spring Hats in Paris
Paris unveils spring hat cloth in alpaca style similar to last season’s horsehair. The new fabric features a coarser weave and a shinier surface, adding a fresh texture for millinery this season.
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Paris
Empire Waistline Rumor Hits Spring Dresses
A fashion rumor suggests the empire waistline will appear as a new spring feature on dresses. The idea centers on a high waist just under the bust creating a flowing silhouette for upcoming season garments.
Fashions In Brief Striped Wool Mohair for Spring Sports Wear
Striped wool mohair is favored for spring sports wear. Black satin pumps feature pleated satin tongues. Tulle hats in rich brown shades are the latest in evening headwear. Caped jackets for spring are forecast by fashion models. Hats in crop de chine with self-colored embroidery are noted as early spring models.
Detroit Man Recounts Cure For Indigestion And Sleep
Edwin T. Rablen of Detroit credits Earle's Hypo-Cod with ending his long indigestion bloating headaches and sleepless nights. He says the tonic rebuilt him and boosted appetite with quick, pleasant effect. The ad urges readers to try the product at local drug stores, noting its Wheeling West Virginia maker and low cost.
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Edwin T. Rablen
St. Jean Ave
Detroit
Wheeling
W. Va
Nothing New Abolishes Money Abroad
A quip about monetary abolition circulates with a punning exchange on personal finances. The dialogue contrasts broader political moves with domestic wealth concerns, highlighting a witty take on money in a foreign and personal context.
St Jacobs Oil Promises Quick Relief For Rheumatic Pain
An old advertising blurb urges Rub rheumatic pain away with St Jacobs Oil liniment. It claims the product relieves pain, stiffness, and neuralgia on contact, without internal treatment or skin burning, prompting readers to try a small bottle from any drug store.
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St. Jacobs Oil
St. Jacobs
Verses on moral thoughts and social wits from old prose
A compact fragment lists maxims on unselfish acts health habits love and matrimony. It contrasts actions with wishes and notes a dressmaker’s skill in appearance despite a plain form. The tone is aphoristic and observational.
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