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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1907
Page
7
A survey of hat styles from large feathered to small toques pairs hats with short skirts and tailored morning suits. It discusses balance, proportions, and the shift to three piece suits in pinks and crepes, plus new fur jackets, visiting cards from the Far East, and elegant empire gowns with lace and embroidery details.
A breezy survey of Paris fashion trends from January, noting caprices in hats, gowns, and fabrics. Observations include the shift to varied hat styles, the chic pairing of large hats with low necklines, and how fashion reflects social tastes. Mention of theater frocks, canvas fabrics, and embroidered detailing, plus skate fashion at Palais de Glace and the allure of striped velvets and refined shirt waists with lace trims.
An apron pattern uses yard of India linen at 15 cents a yard to keep knitting work from snagging. It features a dark featherstitch skirt, three inch hems, ribbon top for waist tie, and optional embroidery. The ribbon costs 10 cents per yard and the apron launders easily for use as work wrap.
The article describes semidress shoes with white cap or patent feather options and elaborate openwork on the ramp near the eyelets. It notes color contrasts beneath the cut leather and a new boot trend with patent vamp extending as a tongue over the instep and buckle straps along the top.
A collage of society chatter covers debutante traditions, fashion tastes, and home life. Topics include preferred orchid bouquets, ornate cushions, and polished silver care, with notes on child dress, schooling girls, and a French bar addition.
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