Resplendently Fashioned Summer Dress Trends 1903
A detailed survey of summer wardrobe from hats to gowns, gloves and shoes highlights Parisian influences, tailored suits, and the latest fabrics. It notes line, trims, and silhouettes for ladies, including aprons, sleeves, and an emphasis on delicate lace and ribbons, with styles suited for New York and Newport social scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jock
Newport
Treas
Catherine Talbot
Tawyear
Avors
Natsey
Historic Jewels and their Storied Past
A catalog of famed pearls and rubies passed through royal and noble hands. The Duchess of Maris inherits ropes from her millionaire father Vanierditt, with gems linking to Marie Antoinette and the ill fated destinies of the jewels. Rubies from the Delhi durbar pass to Mrs Letter, mother of Lady Curacn. Four stones once owned by Princess Pauline Bonaparte are highlighted, with a fifth rumored to be a gift from Peter the Great to William II.
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Duchess of
Marisborough
Mr. Vanierditt
Marie Antoinette
Delhi Durbar
Letter
Curacn
Pauline Bonaparte
William Iit
Peter the Great
Deptford
Steed
The Craze For Green Stones Captures Fashion
The latest craze features green gems peridot and chrysoprase. Peridot is bright and clear, chrysoprase a cold opaque green. Set with diamonds, both qualify as first‑order luxury pieces. a necklace of chrysoprase drops on a gold chain studded with brilliants makes an enchanting jewelry item.
Old Furniture and How to Tell the Real From the Bogus
A column surveys antique furniture styles from Chippendale to Sheraton, noting how tastes shifted from ornate decoration to simpler forms. It explains what to look for in top surfaces, inlays, and construction, while urging appreciation of craft and the value of high-quality materials. It also covers selecting safe, tasteful fruit for children and warns against risky habits like mouth pinning and pencil moisture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hepplewhite
Chippendale
Delicious Sweet Sauces and Chocolate SauceRecipe
A colloquial, unclear collection of sauce recipes describes Damour Sauce, Sauce Damour, a rich chocolate sauce, and a whipped blancmange style sauce. It lists ingredients like butter, honey, lemon juice, vanilla, cream, eggs, sugar, and cognac, with steps to heat, whisk, and serve immediately.
Bincalt and Cheese Savory Biscuits
Plain biscuits topped with a grated cheese mixture, a touch of vinegar and salt, baked until warm. Serve hot with parsley garnish for an attractive and simple cheese bite.
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Muinak
Bumibie Tollewere
Andy Pemalie
Ekiris
Felind Baisevette Ferriey
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Pirie
Rome
Nak
Petering Custlem
Joy & Tong
Topewairas
M&m Wicup
Uffitess
Willaries
Sellel
Fmm
Chong
WiWilent ‘Enblaet
Shtraten
Louis Quincy
Furnimare
Louis XV
Adam
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