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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1907
Page
7
A fragmented fashion column notes that oversized hats shift from ornamental to practical in the season. It observes the decline of Marcel wave perms among the Four Hundred as hair fashion moves away from matronly curves toward bell or umbrella skirts and slim silhouettes.
The piece details trimming for muslin and lace dresses, favored wide belts of lace, and satin bands. It notes a French inspired summer coat in pale gray chiffon with embroidery, and discusses wardrobes, cures for worn robes, khaki palettes, sleeveless coats, and adaptable fabrics for radiant, simple outfits.
The author notes Paris fashion endures despite fickle tastes, urging readers to identify which garments offend their figure. She advises practical choices like simple tailored suits and reusable blouses, while detailing hats, trims, and fabrics, including white ensembles and perfume scented gowns, as trends move through Paris salons.
Antique fabric scraps from embroidered or lace handkerchiefs once ranged in vogue in the early nineteenth century. Their delicate colors and frail texture resist reproduction, making them coveted relics. Readers are urged to explore treasure drawers for pieces to craft yoke or collar details for a fine summer blouse.
A rumor circulates of a return to Jans Austen era attire with sandals high waists and poke bonnets for all ages. Reports say white stockings may come back before long as summer trends show white shoes with white orght gowns. Black boots though may not win favor.
Fashion notes describe meat part skirts with plain bases and finishes featuring velvet ruching or knife plaitings. Weighting is achieved with cringing lining, straps, or galicany detailing on the knder attle.
The article surveys jewelry trends and garments, noting a pear necklace affecting skin tone, linen frocks in Louis XV patterns with Watteau colors, and embroidered linen lingerie hats. It mentions pink coral dog collars with diamonds, pearl tassel pendants, and new trims for lingerie coats plus nursery dermal care tips.
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