Bridal Events at Hechts and Leggett Host Winter 1994 Shows
Hecht's at Francis Scott Key Mall hosts a January 17 1994 bridal event with Kim Miller and Phyllis McGlathlin. The Leggett Elegant Bride show follows January 23 at the Silo Factory Frederick featuring experts, modeling, door prizes, and United Way donations. Admission free with reservations advised. Call 698-0076 ext 515 or 499 for Hechts. 898-9646 ext 116 for Leggett.
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Hecht’s
Bride’s & Your New Home Magazine
Francis Scott Key Mall
Kim Miller
Bride’s & Your New Home
Phyllis McGlathlin
Mikasa
Leggett and
Elegant Bride Magazine
Silo Factory
Sixth Streets
Frederick
Leggett Bridal
United Way
Frederick County
Leggett Department Store
Islamic fashion gains ground in Egypt veiled styles explained
In Cairo television and shops, Islamic dress shifts from rigid rules to modest chic. Nikab and hegab styles mix with Western influence as designers and hairdressers cater to veiled women. Industry leaders argue veiling protects respectability, while some women adapt outfits to reveal small personal touches.
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Cairo
Egypt
Nazek Nasseir
American University In
Ibrahim Mohammed Ali
Ali
Empire waist fashion endures from Napoleonic era
The Empire silhouette, popularized by Empress Josephine, recurs in modern dress as high waistlines and under bust cuts. Designers like Tom Platt and Donna Karan cite its flattering lines, with jackets from Richard Tyler and Anne Klein embracing a lean, body-hugging fit. Prices rise toward couture levels, and retailers anticipate continued appeal into spring.
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Josephine
New York
Tom Platt
Donna Karan
The
Empire
Christy Hood
Karan
Sarah Davies
Nordstrom
Richard Tyler
Anne Klein
Tyler
Classics to snag at midwinter fashion sales
Amid winter sales, shoppers can still find high style at half price. Neiman Marcus and Lord & Taylor executives tout velvet pieces and airy blouses as lasting trends, with coats urged as a solid midwinter buy. Classics like cashmere cardigans and tailored trousers remain reliable wardrobe staples.
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Kaner
Neiman Marcus
Not a bargain if you won’t wear it mid-winter style
Fashion experts advise shoppers to assess true value before buying during post holiday sales. Consider alterations costs and whether items fit your wardrobe. avoid items that only promise rainy day wear or lack personal fit.
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Donna
Ralph
Calvin
Kaner
Elaine Stone
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York
Bud Konheim
Nicole Miller
Colonial Williamsburg 18th Century Fashion Lecture Series
Colonial Williamsburg hosts the Winter Discovery Series January 25 29 highlighting 18th century fashion wigmaking millinery costuming textiles and conservation tours in the Historic Area Costume Design Center weaver's shop and laboratories. Sessions run daily with advance registration and various fees.
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Williamsburg
Colonial Williamsburg
Weaver’s Shop
Colonial Williamsburg Ticket
Good Neighbor Card
Heritage
DeWitt Wallace Gallery
Costume Design Center
DeWitt Wallace
Cora Ginsberg
Heriage Auditorium
Colomal Williamsburg
Margaret Hunter
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Francine Parnes
Richard
Michelle Trafficante
Los Angeles
Tyler Trafficante
Bergdorf Goodman
Trafficante
Criss
Platt
Rampage
Associated Press
Joan Kaner
Lavelle Olexa
Alexa
Lord & Taylor
Stone
Olexa
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