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Newspaper
The Rittman Press
Location
Rittman, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1920
Page
6
The article praises efficient seamstresses who stretch small money into stylish outfits. It describes two afternoon gown designs with options for slim or curved silhouettes, featuring Tricolette stitches, satin ribbons, and turbo sleeves. It notes plain satin underskirts, georgette frocks, and a bold neck line with full ruching, emphasizing practical elegance.
Fashion notes show silk coats and dresses for three year old girls with taffeta favored for durability. A four year old’s blue silk frock features a short waist, wide collar, scalloped hem, and ribbon details. Embroidery and feather stitches decorate cuffs and bodice with a sash threaded through body slashes.
Imported embroidered voiles dotted in multi colors gain splash with organdie sashes and butterfly loops. Treatments include two inch shirred tulle or tucked organdie insertions for a hand worked look. Yellow or gandile hues contrast gray organdie and pale frocks.
Designers show summer outfits for kids featuring many frocks and matching hats. Fabrics include gingham calico voile and organdie for light, airy ensembles.
An advertisement describes an avy blue taffeta ribbon embroidered with wool and rose and navy threads. The piece is pitched as a versatile finishing touch for garments and accessories in a delicate satinlike finish.
New novelty ribbons are praised for versatile use in evening bodices girdles and panels. Metal brocades appear in purses with limited silver brocade. A vanity case features green and black metal brocade with ivory stained frame, mirror pocket, powder puff, and lipstick slot.
A fragment notes bustle drapery on frocks and fos dancing as part of a period fashion scene.
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