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Newspaper
Winchester Evening Star
Location
Winchester, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 15, 1940
Page
14
The article outlines spring fashion with new suit and coat trends from American designers. It highlights softer tailored looks, longer period smart wear, fabrics like worsted, herringbone, basket weave, and denim. It notes color palettes from oatmeal to navy, with detailing such as braids, patches, and prominent buttons.
Fashion notes describe native inspired jackets with pockets in saddle bag and ash sizes paired with skirts and dresses. Silhouettes favor hip length collars and elongated torsos while skirts feature gored and swing constructions with stripes and pleats. Mix plaids checks and plains with pastels neutrals and darks to match outfits and accessories.
Fur accents rise as key spring accessories with scarfs capes and jackets taking center stage. Designers emphasize bold textures and tonal contrasts to elevate outfits for the season.
Mrs. Mary Barley, Montgomery Ward fashion head, previews spring styles centering on a longer torso silhouette with hourglass emphasis, pockets, and buttons. Jackets and dresses gain double duty wear with tailored coats featuring pleats and flare. hats remain feminine yet practical, with veils and bright florals for a storybook look.
An article notes growing identification of wool quality for consumers. It highlights 100 percent wool labeling and other quality indicators, including spring fabrics loomed from naphthalated wool processed in naphtha baths to preserve life and resiliency.
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