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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1917
Page
22
The article discusses lace blouse trends with filet and Irish lace, detailing construction like rounded yokes, shirred sleeves, and hem edging. It notes lace types such as filet crochet and venetian patterns, and describes back openings and cuff frills plus skirt length guidance for proper silhouette.
The article describes blouse styles focusing on cotton fabrics, trims, and closures. It notes light trim variants, plain frills, and self material effects, with details on cuffs, buttons, collars, and plastron shaping. Specific mentions include varied collar placements and the use of darker contrasts for accents.
Fashion notes describe two spring silhouettes the barrel and the straight with full midsection fullness, longer skirts, and bell sleeves. Emphasis on pockets as shaping features, leather belts revival, and a fashion-forward focus on sports and slip-on styles. An EAR POLLY exchange adds playful chatter about pegtop skirts and city fashion debates.
A column mixes floriculture tips with fashion chatter, noting home care for wilted blooms in hot water and damp sand, plus fashion trends. It highlights silk, satin, voile garments, crochet angora trims, and cape coats, with vivid descriptions of sportswear and accessorizing details from local shops.
A historical overview explains soap’s cleansing action from lather to chemistry, noting how fatty acids and alkali free impurities and how recent science probes soap’s germ destroyer role. The piece then shifts to flower care tips, describing methods to extend cut flower life including stem peeling and nightly baths.
Advice warns against placing cut flowers in a warm room overnight or in a bedroom near heat sources. Do not keep flowers in the 4a area or in direct sunshine, and avoid radiators or open gas jets. Emphasizes positioning at right angles through the base and twisting ends around the stem.
A period style guide outlines spring wedding attire with lavender and black hat trims, satin gowns, and georgette crepe dresses for bride and attendants. It details bridal gown structure, veils, and coordinated color schemes for home and church ceremonies, emphasizing tasteful contrasts and floral accessories.
The article describes spring suit details including olive green models with panel pockets, navy velour coats with tucks circling the skirt, and large collars. It notes a tennis girl sports suit in white gabardine with blue disk motifs, plus a soap and hygiene discussion from a medical source stressing antiseptic soap and natural sanitation.
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