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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1907
Page
7
The reading describes evolving 1920s style with silk and marquisette fabrics, new names for familiar materials, and chic dressings for day and evening wear. It highlights soft fabrics, fashionable walking dresses, short skirts near the ankles, and shoes with striking tops as key style statements.
A fashion piece notes puffed shoulder silhouettes returning, with velvet and lingerie as key elements. It discusses white lingerie gowns enhanced with burnt orange velvet, sensible shirtwaists to replace flimsy styles, and the ongoing preference for large hats, belts, and white hosiery. The text highlights long sleeved, buttoned fronts, back waist fullness, and the revival of fitted waists, along with silk fabrics and two piece outfits popular for street wear.
Parisian women lead fashion with footing in the Bois and morning strolls in light tweeds, silks, and embroidery. Dresses feature veileds toles, tucks at the hem, and belted canvas accents. pale gloves and cloche hats remain in favor while the Princess de Bearn and Mme. Henri Letelier are noted for striking ensembles.
A fragmented list of domestic crafts and fashions shows etape paper doilies strung with ribbons, sachet powders, lace inserts, and yellow blue color contrasts. It describes bed spreads, baby crib linens, a crystal butter dish, needle banks, black net veils, Irish paintings on scarfs, silk stockings, and decorative laces, ending with a note on airship themed hat trim and duck silk collars.
A fashion expert suggests if only one long gown is available, choose a semi tailored, not severe style. Opt for a brown veiling over white, trimmed with glossy wide braid, and select a dressy look. Consider a new bolero coat to complement the outfit and current trends.
White buckskin shoes are preferred for white costumes for their shape, durability, and ease of care. The last feather is pricier than sid or canvas but remains economical due to its long-lasting appearance and low discolors.
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