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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1903
Page
7
An upbeat column celebrates upcoming fashion purchases for summer. It highlights white underwear salons and new lace gloves, praising dainty fabrics and coordinated accessories as women reel in spring and anticipate lively shop windows.
A period description outlines striped batiste gowns with satin finishes and soft textures. It notes printed patterns in indigo and blue shades, with large geometric and arabesque motifs, lace and applique accents, and various fabrics including cottons, linens, and tulle. The writeup highlights embroidery, delicate finishes, and an evening dress example trimmed with lace and bands.
The piece describes updated chemises with round necks and lace beading, three quarter sleeves, and close fit via gore shaping. It notes gowns paired with abort skirts, new silk stockings, pearl gray embroidery, patent feather shoes, and a dainty nightgown with a wide sailor collar. Judic Cohlolet.
Adeline Flowers Sprays of Holly and narrow velvet set a trend for evening gowns. A long rose and velvet foliage trail may replace a sash, trailing from waist to hem. Lace panels framed by Lavender Bocade roses and autumn foliage adorns decolletage with pink bronze leaves and central flower cluster. Garnitures pair velvet and holly leaves with zibeline ribbon for smart effect.
The revival of Louis XV designs offers a wide field for home workers. Women are embroidering old lace patterns with jewels and tinsel for a stunning effect. Renaissance lace with jewels creates a striking look while cheaper ermine and fox furs flood the market making furs very affordable.
The piece notes several women serving as bank presidents or heads of departments in banks like Port Deposit and Akron’s national banks, and highlights female investors increasing in number. It praises women as careful, economical, and better at handling women investors, citing examples from New York and St. Louis and recounting Frost’s patient, personal approach with female clients.
A fragmented description notes a lavender brocade and chiffon evening dress by IUDAO CHOLLET. It mentions a pink spray of chrysanthemums and a tight green rosette as embellishments in a styled evening look.
Pink gowns dominate the fashion scene with chiffon overlays on pink silk and black and white lace medallions. Tea gowns are favored for winter wear, inspired by Stuart and Georgian designs, with diaphanous sleeves and a waistless silhouette. An elaborate black silk evening toilet with Chantilly trim is featured.
Trimmed with ermine and a gray white toque accompany a serviceable bathrobe. The robe is quilted with Japanese ellie fabric and contrasts on the collar and cuffs, highlighted by Judig Chollet styling.
The Rev R Hicks Almanac for 1908 is praised as a splendid illustrated volume with storm and weather forecasts. Ward and Works Pub Co offer it for 30 cents postage paid from 220 Locust Street St Louis MO, promising delivery by return mail.
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