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Newspaper
Hershey Press
Location
Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1926
Page
3
Cape Coats of Sports Fabrics showcases a colorful spring collection with smart designs and fabrics praised by patrons. The event promises tasteful merchandise at moderate prices with fashionable coats featuring shoulder capes and mannish styling.
The article describes new taffeta frocks in one or two piece designs. It highlights light feminine fabrics with lace for afternoon tea or sportswear, in soft semi pastel shades like wood rose blue and tan. Frocks are described as shimmering slim with checked floral or plaid designs suitable for day or evening wear.
This spring buyers are urged to consider a smartly tailored suit. The advertisement highlights single and double breasted options with inverted pleats or circular skirts. Mannish mixtures and twills are among fabric choices promoting value and wear.
Fashion notes urge smart women to choose spring fabrics like tweeds and featherweight cashmeres for tailored frocks. Long sleeves narrow collars and hip belts define the style with Bois de rose lovebird absinthe green and creamy tans as popular colors.
The article celebrates afternoon frocks in colored prints satin and crepe de chine with flounces ruffles and pleatings to add width and grace. It notes gayness in flowing panels fluttering scarf ties uneven hems and full sleeves, plus formal chiffon shirts and draped two piece suits for college and tailored wear.
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