Italian Designers Split Over Fashion Line Across Cities
Italian designers face a civil standstill as Florence and Rome dispute lines for fall and winter collections. New shows reveal divergent silhouettes though all showcase rich fabrics and continental elegance. Rome and Florence clash, each with own salons, while high fashion houses cash five and six figure dollar checks after shows.
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Rome
Italy
Florence
Simonetta
Fabiani
Alberto Fabiani
Esther Reifer Designs Jumper in Newest Style
Esther Reifer unveils a Fall collection jumper with wide shoulders and a fitted waist. The purple tweed jumper doubles as a dress, with options in wool, velveteen, silk, or bengaline and sizes 10 to 18. Pattern A590, 2 yards fabric for size 16, costs fifty cents and requires mailing to Raleigh Register Pattern Department.
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Raleigh Register
Pattern Department
P.O
Old Chelsea Station
New York 11
N.Y
New Dior Silhouette Eases Public Fear of Change
The Paris fall fashion shows ease American nerves as Dior’s new silhouette is not drastically different from current wear. Designers in New York’s Garment Center report waist emphasis with a long-torso look and flexible bust shaping. Andrew Arkin says the look is easier to wear and accommodates various bra styles, with sizes up to 18.
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Dior
Paris
U. S
New York
Garment Center
Andrew Arkin
7Th Avenue
Decorate with Denim in Home Furnishings
Denim, long popular for sports and workwear, is spreading into decor items like bedspreads drapes slipcovers and closet accessories. Decorators endorse denim for homemakers to craft slipcovers and see it used for bags and laundry totes due to its low cost durability and easy washing.
Dramatic Hats Headline Fall Fashions In 1954 News
Real hats dominate the fall scene with new silhouettes and dramatic styles. Swaggers with soft brims and crushed crowns lead a casual look, while draped cap styles mold to the head from brow to back. Berets, cloches, and beaver textures offer varied casual elegance.
Face Lifting Job Makes Old Home Look Like New
A Model T era home in good neighborhoods can gain value and comfort through modernization. Start with thorough inspection by a qualified expert, plan using quality materials, and obtain firm cost estimates. Consider the bathroom with durable waterproof finishes and avoid costly tearing out unless truly warranted.
Trailer living meets cotton colors for home on wheels
Americans increasingly live in trailers and decorate compact spaces with cotton slipcovers curtains towels and napkins. The National Cotton Council says dyed fabrics resist soils and wrinkles making them ideal for portable homes. A idea suggests curtains blending with slip covers and serving meals with spool items like honeydew melon balls paired with raspberries for a refreshing first course dessert.
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National Cotton Council
Cotton Organdy Curtains Spark Vintage Home Trend
Market reports note rising demand for cotton organdy curtains as manufacturers link the revival to a broader move toward traditional and modern home decor. Homemakers praise the fabric for its fresh, crisp look and ability to define window styling with a unique, unmatched charm.
Spiced Peas and Carrots Tasting Tip
A kitchen suggestion to vary the standard peas and carrots by adding curry powder after cooking and draining, plus butter or margarine, salt and pepper for extra flavor.
Finely Crushed Corn Flakes for Oven Fried Chicken
Finely crushed corn flakes provide a crisp, tasty coating for oven fried chicken. A simple method uses crushed cereal mixed with salt and spices to replace traditional breading, delivering a lighter texture and even browning without deep frying.
Miss Norma Lea Taylor Weds Buford Arthur Jr
Miss Norma Lea Taylor married Buford Bennett Arthur Jr in an 8 p m ceremony at the National Pentecostal Holiness Church Washington D C The bride daughter of Levi and Mrs Taylor formerly Beckley W V is employed with the National Geographic Society The groom son of Mr and Mrs Buford Arthur of Washington D C attended Southwestern College and Bob Jones University They will reside at 620 East 6th Street Centuria Illinois where he serves as assistant pastor and music director at the First Methodist Church The Rev R A Dale officiated with maid of honor Miss Jean Howard and bridesmaids Mrs Paul Akers Leona Byrd The ceremony concluded a wedding trip
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National Pentecostal Holiness Church
Washington, D. C
Norma Lea Taylor
Buford Bennett Arthur Jr
Buford Bennett
Levi Taylor
Beckley
R. A. Dale
Jean Howard
Eastern High School
Washington
National Geographic Society
Arthur
Southwestern College
Oklahoma
Bob Jones University
Greenville
S. C
East 6Th St
Centralia
Ill
First Methodist Church
Keep Sheets Clean Fresh Laundry Guide for Sheets
Clean cotton sheets improve sleep quality. Hand washing uses a tub half full. machine washing requires following the machine directions. Do not mix colors with white. Soak 10 to 15 minutes in clear water to save soap and bleach. If a second rinse is needed use warm water and half the soap. Hot water can set stains, long soaking sets soil. Lift sheets from water to avoid soapy curds. Rinse in warm water until clear. Lightly starch for smoothness. Dry by hanging hem to hem with edges over the line about one foot.
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Buford Arthur Jr
Honor
Paul Akers
Leona Byrd
Joseph B. Arthur
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