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Newspaper

Monticello Express

Location

Monticello, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1926

Page

8

Patou and Patou's ensembles dominate the spring collection

The New York Herald Tribune notes Capes two-piece jumpers and sporty ensembles by Madame Charlotte and Patou. It highlights circular skirts plaited details, georgette and crepe de chine fabrics, pastel shades, embroidery with sequins and beads, and the return of the straight line with varied fullness.

Mme Charlotte New York Herald-Tribune Rodler Georgette Repps Madame Charlotte I Aventon Lenief Patou Delft Putuu Jean Latou

Spring Suits Dominate The New York Wardrobe Trends

A fashion writer notes the rise of the severe tailleur in tweeds and wool blends, featuring short boxy jackets, mannish waistcoats, and high lace collars. Suits showcase heavy crepes and wool blends with checks, plaids, and stripes, while ties become the new note in dresses for spring. Sweaters for juniors use waffle knits with tan gray bases and bold stripes, and slip-ons appear in dark colors with bright floral accents.

New York Tribune

Colorful Wigs Spark Fashion At Ball in New York

A Greenwich Village ball showcases bold wig trends with sea green pompadour styles and henna and white dusted looks. London fashion includes wigs of glass and leaves while editors urge soft pastel hues over overpowering false hair.

Milady Greenwich Village New York I'lorette London

Descriptive Hat Fashion Note on Felt Beret Shape

A brief remark describes a small felt hat draped to resemble a beret with a formidable rivay of the hat featuring a high folded crown.

Brassieres Come Back as Comfort and Beauty

The article notes a shift from heavy confinement to brasieres as comfortable stylish wear. Uplift molded figure models lead in Paris with fabrics of woven silks nets and fine laces. Straps and back bands use delicate colored ribbon casings and slim widths follow natural lines.

Paris Jersey

Tweeds for Spring Update in Thin Finely Woven Textures

Spring tweeds appear thinner and finer, closely resembling wool in some pieces. The fabric favors slender figures and may be bulky for certain silhouettes. A subtle small herringbone pattern and pastel shaded weaves debut, with Kashan styles aiming for thinner, more adaptable garments and borders echoing Huopi Indian blanket motifs.

Figured Materials and Silks for Summer Wear

The article highlights midsummer fabrics with old fashioned flower patterns and two color combinations on white grounds in periwinkle blue and purple. It notes tub silks with geometric designs and a domestic damask imitation, plus rayon sheen in cotton or linen fabrics. It warns against buying silk without testing its effect to avoid mistakes.

Gold and Silver Negligees Ignite Fashion Show Trends

A United Women's Wear League of America show spotlights lavish negligees and lingerie in gold and silver, featuring chiffon robes, lace and ribbons. Designers promote fluffy, fluttery styles though questions linger about when and where women will wear these extravagant creations.

United States Mint United Women's Wear League of America Ernie

Jewelry Novelties Dominate Spring Accessories

Black and white pieces gain in jewelry fashion with cut crystal accents, jet and onyx beads, pearl necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Black galalith items in varied sizes feature silver animal-head clasps, rhinestone settings, and long crocheted bead strands making a season reappearance.

Period Styles to Be Popular This Spring

Period styles gain prominence as the new season introduces the robe de style and frock silhouettes. Designers embed these gowns in daywear with taffeta fabrics, pale fairy hues, brick tones, and sheer collars.

Drew

Rotary electric razor with skin friendly blade

An article notes a new rotary electric razor featuring a small handle motor and a rotating cylindrical blade. The design uses edge sharpened slots to remove hair without cutting the skin, highlighting safety improvements.

Never-Owned Finery First College Man

A fragmentary note invites a social dance event tonight with unclear location and host. The text references Fat Aen Meare ORS and a date placeholder, delivering a brief, disjointed invitation.

Aen

Homespun Capes To Feature In Upcoming Weeks

Homespun capes and long circular capes, made from loosely woven fabric, are expected to be widely seen in the upcoming weeks. The item suggests a fashion trend of simple woven garments gaining prominence.

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