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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1912
Page
16
The feature outlines gowns with exaggerated long full sleeves a high waist and broad belt in front. Satin reverses heavy lace jabots and varied collars are discussed with savings on materials and trimming while noting how dressmakers can alter the look to flatter different figures.
Mrs. A. T. Ashmore notes the constant fashion task of shifting from winter wardrobes to spring outfits. She laments snow and ice requiring careful choice of lightweight materials and prep for hot weather while the thrill of new importations and spring models excites the stylish reader.
A survey of late theatre gowns and spring summer outfits notes the shift to low necks in theatre gowns while ball gowns stay elaborate. It highlights unboned one piece dresses, ratine fabrics, silk gowns in blue and black, and satin brocade combinations.
The article urges shoppers to plan spring outfits now, noting winter fashions remain strong with fur trims and lace, brocade cloaks, and velvet wraps. It highlights fur trimmed coats, removable hems, and new lines with gold embroidery, urging use of remnants for opera cloaks and adaptable fabrics for satin and chiffon.
The article outlines current fashion in slippers and stockings for evening gowns in cloth of gold and silver with rhinestone buckles, plus silver gray silk stockings. It notes two tone silk street stockings in deep color shades, and a trend back to button boots in cooler weather alongside pumps for daytime.
Despite the no petticoat fad many women refuse to give up their lingerie. They wear thin skirts under gowned dresses and choose sheer linen skirts cut to fit underneath unlined silk or satin gowns.
The article discusses choosing party dresses for girls aged nine to eleven avoiding overly grown styles. It suggests a taffeta frock with a Magyar bodice and bouillonnees trim, plus a small rose wreath detail at the left waist, using white or pale mousseline taffeta.
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