All-Over Hand Worked Winter Wraps Go Modern
A Boston Globe fashion note reviews new winter wraps in all over raised silk patterns. Hand embroidery yields luxury. machine stitching offers lower cost. Styles range from ultra-short hip coats to waist length wraps with wide cape sleeves and bold color combos.
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Furs and trims inspire winter fashion with shaved lamb
The article notes neutral tints and putty shades as best for coats and wraps, with shaved lamb furs popular in winter wear. It highlights pinkish beige tones paired with beige fox and blue satin lining, plus revived monkey fur fringe for day and evening dresses.
Decoration of White Scarfs Features Global Embroidery
The piece describes white scarfs woven from homespun in wool or silk with ten inches of vibrant embroidery from Czechoslovakia Russia and other nations. The colorful motifs enhance the scarf and sometimes extend to hats, appealing to the modern girl in sports and daily activity.
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Capes Lose Ground as Fall Styles Push Coats Forward
Fashion notes that capes are fading in popularity as coats take the lead for fall and winter wear. Designers showcase belted coats with normal or low waistlines and bloused effects, signaling a shift away from capes. Women with capes should use them now before coats dominate early fall fashion.
Eight Inches From Ground Defines Skirt Length Rules
A fashion writer notes official guidelines for women’s dress lengths. Skirts should be about one and a half yards wide and eight inches from the ground for daytime wear, six inches for afternoon frocks, and floor sweeping or near floor for evening gowns. Rules target mature women with some flexibility for younger wearers.
Autumn Hats Row of Velvet Ribbons
Autumn clothes introduce flattering hats made from rows of velvet ribbon stitched together. The cobra hats are noted for their durability and can withstand crushing and packing.
Silk turbans mimic bandanna prints in plantation style
The article details silk turbans fashioned with bandanna patterning from old silk prints. It notes the ends of the fabric may be knotted in the traditional plantation style for a showy finish.
Distinctive Garb Elevates White Costume to Regal Style
A pure white costume gains distinction when paired with or without a hat, giving the suit a look worthy of being among those favored by the gods. The outfit’s refinement hinges on careful accessory choice and presentation.
Hair Dressing Trends in France Emphasize Small Head Outline
French women style hair to minimize head size by pulling locks straight back and coiling at the neck. The silhouette remains simple yet softly frames the face, aiming for flattering, subdued elegance.
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France
Cretonne Apron Ideas for a Pretty Gift
A pretty apron makes a fascinating gift for a small girl in gay cretonne or checked gingham edged with bias fold. Or organdie with latticed folds and ribbon beading. Color ideas include lavender with yellow, pink with green, and pale combinations.
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