Paris Fashions of 1904 ARS review of theatre and gowns
Paris fashion notes and a review of the new play by Mr. Meurich Donny at a Gymnase venue. The piece discusses provocative themes, audience reaction, and staging. It then surveys women’s wear trends from hats to gowns with gray and velvet fabrics, corset changes, and ornate trims, highlighting gowns, fabrics, and seasonlots in early 1904 Paris fashion. Catherine Talbot provides period commentary on accessories and dress codes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
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Meurich Donny
Retour de
Jerusalem
Agine
Mirna
Evarey
Judith the Tenons
Dunuky
Annie
Ant
Vivier
Uribor
M. Worth
Sue
Parma
Catherine Talbot
Gun Metal Silk Waist Embraces New Separate Waist Style
A fashion note describes a gun metal peau de cyene silk waist with shirred shoulder trim and velvet ribbon outlining the neck. Rows of gun metal velvet trim decorate a horizontally pin tucks line, waist fullness gathered above a velvet belt, and military passementerie ornaments fasten the front.
How to Care for Furs: Keeping Pars and Pelts Safe
Advice on preserving fur garments stresses care in use and storage. Avoid rain exposure by hanging dry with tissue between folds, prevent creasing in sealskin, store on a shelf with camphor, shake dust regularly, brush gently, mend any tears immediately, and inspect shearlings for wear.
Precaution for White Kid Gloves and Lace Collars Fashion Tip
A short fashion note advises how to clean and preserve white kid gloves using powdered French chalk rubbed on the hands and then brushed clean with a soft cloth. It also mentions unlined lace collars kept from crushing with a touch of featherbone to maintain shape.
Inexpensive Trifles for the House
A home crafts roundup on practical, low cost storage and decor ideas. Reuses old kitchen and sewing items as wastepaper baskets and organizers. Includes step by step wicker and fabric basket builds, a song rack, pin cushion from a stocking, and simple travel neckpiece cases. Also offers floor stain, fried fish and goose recipes with concise prep tips and practical serving suggestions.
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Paris
Cestrol
Leon
Bennies
Edith Lawrence
Ste
Csaller
Oun
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