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Newspaper
The Mobile Item
Location
Mobile, Alabama, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1915
Page
5
Readers learn about chic dormitory and school functions outfits. White taffeta gowns with net trims and sash accents are shown, with various bodice styles and lace flounces. Practical gowns in crepe velours, satin, wool voile, and velvet pairings are described for day wear and party frocks, plus tiny-tot kimono styles and tunics.
The article describes three piece gowns and a negligee style dress for home or college wear. It notes washable materials like cotton crepe and linen, trims with bands or scalloped edges, and variations with belts, collars, and sleeves for versatility and ease of care.
The article notes rapid changes in summer fashion with new fabric blends and combinations. Awning cloth coats gain popularity, blue and white ensembles appear on resort links, and blazers mix crepe de Chine silk faille satin serges gabardines and wool. White outfits and Bankok straw hats trend, while white gloves and shoes gain emphasis as warm days arrive.
A catalog page lists pattern numbers and garment types with size ranges including blouses skirts gowns and dresses for women and children. Items include Fancy Blouse Three-Tier Skirt Boy’s Suit Fitted Blouse Two-Piece Skirt Gown with Peplum and Three Piece Skirt Child’s One-Piece Dressed Empire Negligee and more with waist bust and size cues.
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