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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1922
Page
7
The article surveys a shift toward ankle to mid-calf lengths with trailing draperies guiding a return to dignity in skirts. It notes bobbed hair gives way to longer styles, while long skirts and draped gowns elevate presence, implying a end of the flapper era and a restrained, refined look for day and evening wear.
In autumn fashion a former flapper with abbreviated skirts adopts a refined, dignified look as long skirts return to popular stage styling. The piece notes a transition in style for actresses and audiences seeking graceful elegance this season.
The description details a Pe cape frock with a wide yoke and mitered shoulder points. Big sleeves form a cape across the back, a Chantilly lace yoke, and a cascadé skirt drapery. An orange chiffon gown over black satin features lace drapery forming a cape and train.
The article surveys autumn dinner gowns with jet embroidery and long gowns from Alexandra Carlisle styled in royal blue Georgette, plus lace sleeves and drooping tunics. It contrasts chic party looks with practical yacht wear noting skirts for rowboat access, linen frocks, white flannel, and rubber-soled deck shoes for boating comfort.
The feature notes women favor fur and silk scarves this season. Baum marten leads prestige, with prices around thirty five to seventy dollars for linked skins. Scarves drape over street frocks and dance gowns, offering cool elegance even in heat while enhancing outfits from bathing suits to sport frocks.
A light guidance piece suggests smart sport togs and evening frocks are suitable for a summer hotel or yacht trip. It emphasizes comfortable travel with easy steps for climbing between decks and mentions wicker chairs aboard, framing life on a luxurious yacht as pleasant rather than roughing it.
The article suggests making personalized calendars as gifts by mounting small prints of woodland and water scenes, a favorite dog, a child at play, or mutual friends on heavy paper. Prepare the photos in advance this season and cut out interesting sections into oblong, oval, or diamond shapes for unique presents.
A brief guide suggests adding a full trunk of home comforts for lengthy vacations. Replace limp hotel pillows with a plump pillow and extra pillow cases, bring a small bedside lamp and candle, two vases, brass hooks, and a personal glass to avoid broken or missing drinkware.
The article advises ironing damp or fully damp garments for even results. It warns against partly dry or spotty moisture which can cause grease-like stains. Shantung should be pressed on the right side only when the fabric is evenly damp. linen requires the same damp treatment to avoid water spots.
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