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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1936

Page

7

Wallis Simpson Embraces Style and Charm in NY Analysis

Adelaide Kerr reports Wallis Simpson as a stylish dresser who pleases King Edward VII with a poised look. The piece notes her determined chin, Madonna coiffure, quiet demeanor, and sparkling smile while describing her fashion sense and figure.

Adelaide Kerr Associated Press Pars Bureau River Wallis Warfield Simpson New York Edward VII Wallis Simpson

Fashion Notes on a Baltimore Native Turned Paris Style Icon

The profile traces her sartorial evolution from making clothes in Baltimore high school days to being dressed by Paris's top couturiers. She favors simple lines that frame a strong face, bold contrasting colors, and off the face hats with a tilt. Her hands and arms are highlighted as striking features, with lacquered nails and smooth contour. A recent Paris buy include a deep blue silk velvet negligee with short train and elbow sleeves.

Baltimore Paris

Fashionable 1936 silhouette curves in print

The article notes the fashion silhouette of 1936 with curves framed as a stylish figure. It also mentions several English queens who were commoners at their marriages to reigning monarchs.

England

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