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Newspaper
Francesville Tribune
Location
Francesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1918
Page
3
A Paris statement suggests straight line garments will dominate fall fashion. The shown frock, white and navy satin with red embroidery, mirrors a recent Paris model by a famous French designer, brought by a leading American importer. The ankle-length skirt and center back fastenings offer slipover or centered closure options.
The season favors sashes of all kinds with dresses in white and colored voiles dotted swiss georgette and other sheer fabrics developed for summer. Wide ribbon sashes blend or contrast with outfits and navy ribbons replace black as the color accent in many ensembles.
A revived flowered toque dominates fashion among mature women, featured on several seasons old hats. A striking model paired with a full-length brindle coat and chinchilla cuffs displayed white flower lines and velvety ribbon interlacing. Floral violets and red blooms accent the crown, with ragged sailor flowers arranged on a close-fitting style paired to a blue velour suit.
Warm weather inspires a feminine pajama design with sleeves discarded for comfort. The airy crepe de chine uses many tiny tucks and fine vallace to create texture. Satin ribbon under the waist forms a slender girdle for a refreshed summer look.
The text describes covering faded crowns with a thatched effect using multiple trim materials and layering brims with tulle and net. It notes using two or more kinds of natural decorations based on preference and availability for a camouflaged, decorative look.
A fashion writer notes the new season features tin foulard prints with dice motifs and cubes in black, white, tan, flesh, and bold colors. Georgette crepes show spreading florals and windowpane designs while silk tricot remains in demand for sport wear and coordinated outfits. Prices rise with labor costs, cheaper fabrics up, better grades up less.
Net frocks for wee girls feature sashes of net while dyed panama appears in new millinery. Silks and metal ribbons contrast in floral patterns as afternoon dresses show flaring sleeves. Homespun coats serve daily wear. sunbonnets remain in vogue for young girls. General utility coats use Scotch mixtures. Hairdressing trends favor height and high crowned hats. Straight-front blazer jackets appear with wooden framed handbags and Philippine decorated corsets.
Embroideries and fagoting are used cleverly to accent hems plaits and pockets. Hand fagoting outlines panels and joins bands of contrasting colors, not forming ruffles but adding flat decorative touches.
A brief item notes a witty exchange about a negotiable instrument and a mandolin with a jab about pawning it. The Boston Transcript quips on Jones and Harvard, clarifying the nuance between education and attendance.
An old time home remedy ad claims Gold Medal Haarlem Oil Capsules relieve age related bladder and kidney complaints. The copy touts odorless capsules, multiple sizes, kidney cleansing and disease warding benefits with a money back guarantee.
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