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Press, Volume LX, Issue 11535, 18 March 1903, Page 5

A LADY'S VISIT TO THE D.LC. You have come to town to see the fashions, and replenish your own and the girls' w«drobes; than v ™ ***""* come to the D.I.C, where the best of every thin* is to be found, as most people will acknowledge who know *"■?•' with its many Departments wherein is displayed everything the most fastidious woman could desire lor Her peanut. wear, or _•* the comfort and adornment of her home. _..,,' it ci. _ t>~. »_.. Oh, yes? it haa two entrances, but we will go i_ by the Cashel street door, and turn first to the btnow Kooma lor MANTLES, COSTUMES AND MILLINEBY. where all the . owest styles are displayed, and. where too, we may walk round, admire aud examine without being asked to buy. The extraordinary diversity of shape and finish which ia such a pronounced feature of fashionable ©oats and cloaks thia aeaaoa, is strikingly manifested in the MANTLE DEPARTMENT. . Here are elegant half and three-quarter length coats of delicate-tinted fine cloth, mastic, fawn, _ ivory, and grey, desigtwd to artistic, flowing lines, some ol them adorned with beautiful embroidery; others with intricate strappings of the same cloth, or w*U_ silk braiding. The picturesque collars and b_l-shaped sleeves, exhibiting iace or fur, or both. Handsome Russian coats, so becoming to tall, sU-.ider figures: the !:atty little sacques, reaching to just be.ow -.he wa-.s;, that look so well on their shorter sisters, from two Kuii.tM* only. St a lei v -100 king wraps of rich siik, velvet or sati:;. trimmed with fine lace and fur. Sealskin coots, costing anything up to Sixty t_uin«a_ Persian-iamb, in buck aiidgrev: black caracul AstNikun atxl silk velvet coats; these are all particularly tnegan* unci luxurious garuir-nla. but there are also hundred's of <.■_._» ur.d cloak., vxc. lent vi style and quality, quite inexpensive and wiMl adapted for useiul, everyoay wear. Among them some smart aud svrvioea bio iull-length paletots of waterproof tweed, cixsting fortyfive only; «r. specially worthy of note, and seme nice bu'.f-length coats of tweed; also golfing or travelling cloaks wrta plaid beli'-iining "and hootls iv choice "colourings, from twenty-live ahill:_?s. For the younger girls there are coats galore, as v_ri«« in shape a;r! colourings as tho_. which are prepared fur ladies, in exquisite shades o! flame Ted; blues light and dark, browns ana. greys gf every description, nil pertectly cuv and exquisitely finished. Cravsuette cloths for showery weather, and a large assortment of water-proof coats, capes, aud mantles iv the latest, styles. EVENING WEAR. . You must now look at some of the theatre wraps aud Opera- Cloaks, tor they are simply perfect works of art. Magnificent is that long coat of while brocade aud appliqued with white chitfou end black chantiliy lace, the edge finished off with deep frills ,of white <_-lu2e;i. outlined witn black lace. A somewhat simiiw tor.*, is ;u rich cream Ottoman cord. A squaTe-cut collar goes over ths shoulders end continues down the fronts pelcrme fashion. Yet another of these exquisite coats is of white silk raery —the neck and fronts ornamented with a beautiful white feather bo* inserted with lace. Others shown are cf senii-sacqua shape, with the drooping bell s'eeves. Tue prevailing idea of ail these beautiful coats, is that though they do fasten, it is so arranged that tbe soft silk lining* And facings of fine «t_cb_-y, shall be seen sufficiently to enab.e them to play a lar,;e part in the geneial scheme of colour. A charming wrap is oi pale grey caJiimere, which covers tie chest and fastens, toga i-_i'ioc, or. the shoulder. Opera Capes of rich brocade* •*« cashmeres are in all sires ar.d colourings, aud some richly embroidered. Now for the TAILOR-MADE COSTUMES. Never have they been so beautifully made and designed as they _re to-day. Every variety of garment from the inexpensive aiinpl* gown of c'oth or frieze, up '.o the latest model of the great French designers. Smart and useful Russian Blouses are to be w«n in the very prettiest shades of flecked fancy zibeline. These gowns, smart enough for any occasion with'their perfect cut and finish, a_a at most reasonable prices, some, as low as sixty-five shillings. Others again, of better quality, are six or* seven guineas. For country wear there aro some long three-quarter coats, with their attendant skirts, which are of exceptional cut end workmanship. MILLINERY DEPARTMENT. Next come 3 the Millinery Department. Here indeed there are hats of all kinds, and to suit all comers, both as regards their pur** and their profile. Blue and green still proves an attraction. There is a charming model before you in what is called Drake's neck shot silk, with its beautifully blended shades of blue and green. Then that la-rge white flop 'hat of silk he-aver—what could bs more graceful tliiwi tbe curve of the ostricll feather which droops at the side, and the soft scarf of cream «ilk with fringed edges. The bandeau too, of black velvet Testing on tbe hair, is most becoming. The_ow flat type of hat is stil. the keynote of fasihion. The Toreador with its broad crown, a Parisian mcdsl of -which is before you, of bright green velvet, tbe straight cut brim beautifully softened by block chenilltj and black pompoms. Then, again we see the jaunty Marquiese hat, with its aides rolled high, the brim projecting over the face and bent close against the hair behind, which is ornamented witih. a black velvet cachepeigss, whioh is such, an artistic detail in modem millinery. There are bolero and toreador shapes in felt, freize and velvet, as .well as rich looking black velvet picture hats with drooping ostrich plumes. Feather hats, too, are in favour. A dainty model is mads entirely of pale turquoise blue feathers, the sole trimming being a bow of einera.d green. Chenille and tulle compose many a pretty toque. Some are simple, made of draped and folded freize, or velvet, may be had to match special costumes. A handsome cabochoii of jet, steol or brilliants is used with which to secure them in shape, and also in some cases display a quill. The bonnets are equally novel and charming; in proportions resembling toques. For tfiese chenille is much in favour, it has a softening effect when placed near the face. Handsome too are the sequin fronts and crowns which require* no other trimming says a feather mount and velvet strings. A lovely m_lel had the crown of cerise velvet and sequin front. The Millinery Department is full of pTetty designs and it will be found that adaptations of all tho nicest models oan be made to fall in with any scheme of colour desired, from ft guinea upwards. ' . Lovely things, too, are displayed for children's wear. Velvet and Glace hats with lace motifs and black ribbon velvets. Freize of every shade with quills to match, soft flops of fleecy mnteria-".3 aud astraohans, in cream and white. In these materials as wall as in cashmere are dainty bonnets and hats for infants, while in the next department everything requisite for tho use of these tony mortals may be obtained. Charming litt'.e gowns of white and cream Liberty silk with fairy-like tuck-_gs and lace insertions. Long robes of white silk with real lace flouncings. Fleecy coats and pelisses aud dear little warm woollen jackets. UNDERCLOTHING- DEPARTMENT. The underclothing here is exquisite, much of it is hand-sewn, and trimmed with real Torchon and Cluniy. Corsets are quite a feature of this department. All kinds are in stock, and special arrangements made for fitting on the newest makst (W.B.'s are still in the lead), so that la-dies may be sure of getting exactly what will suit them. Now shall we adjourn for lunoh to the spacious tea-room upstairs; .so convenient to be able to get all you want under ona root, saves so much time you know, and when we corns down again we will at once find ourselves in THE DRESS DEPARTMENT. which is replete with many beautiful and exclusive fabrics for Autumn and "\Y_ite_ gowns, prominent among them the new make of Zibeline in great variety "of colourings—plain, flecked, and fancy. Such exouisate effects, said so cheap, only 2s lld to 4s 6d psf yard. Special costumes, one only of each kind, can be had, with borderings. # . Another novelty is the beautiful Biarritz Cloth, Venetian Cloth, Gramalines and Muscovite, _•__> and Canvas Cloths-, m favouritt colourings, Oxford and Cambridge Greys and Blues. Browns of all shades, greens, reds, and pretty indistinct tints, which find great favour amongst modistes. You will of course have your dresses made here by "The New _e_l<uid Worth," as tne chief modiste of thifl establisbmeait is called. For no such styles oan be got anywhere else in New Zealand. Now look at the silks. Are not those new Moire-Trianors lovely for trimming purposes, so rich looking. So are the Mirroir _nd Velours Ccruche in pdain and shot colourings. The black brocades are in great variety of design, and so soft and graceful for draping. To be smart now-a-day* ths silks must be soft and clinging, that is the dominant note all through the dress materials of the season. ; For evening wear there are beautiful crepe de chines and embroidered chiffons. Satin Oriental in every shade, and for inexpensive vet charming g»wn_ tlie twenty-«eve_ inch wide Japanese silks in fifty different colourings, at marvellous values, only la lld per j -ard. Amures, G-laces and Coronation Silks. Moire, Duchessa. and Moixe Mousellaine, and the new Louisene*, from 3*} 1 ". The black dress goods axe nearly as varied as are the coloured coca, for they still continue to be very much in demand, especially Black Zibeline*, no wardrobe being complete without at least one black gown. For deep ___t__ng -the Henrietta *nd PaxamaiU Cloths are used. . , For Blouse® there are fancy silks of all kinds, -and for Autumn wear nothing could be prettier than tbe mew velveteens, printta in Cashmere and Oriental designs in plain and metalHo colourings, which are even said to stand was Quag, so durable axe they supposed to be. BLOUSE DEPARTMENT. The blouses for evening weaT I notice are charmingly arranged on the opposite counter. (How delightful to be able to get them ready to wear. That is a dainty model of ivory tucked glace silk, with prettily draped berths and sleevelets of chiffon. OttMM equally nice are ilace inserted and embroidered, and so inexpensive, pnly twenty-five shillings. _~'-« Black sequin net forms a delightful blouse for wearing over a white or coloured silk slip. The aleevee of these garments ace particularly new and smart, made with the sloping shoulders and tho Jashionable puff below __» elbow, some very wide. wUhdroopm* frills of lace. Underneath these are shown several' smart and inexpensive blouses of printed flannel, with Oriental borderlnga andt small enamel buttons, in colouring to match, some fastening at the back, others again in front. Here too we see the underskirts in glaace and moirette. Nice little skirts of moreen with cross-tucked! nounoes ana retj inexpensive. This also is the home of the morning wrappers and tea-gowns, uainty creations in delicate coloured silks, very much tan____. with lace, and draped across the front with soft silk scarves. FURS. ' '"'' v ' Yes, we once moie go to the (Mantle Department for these. No winter costume win be_ quite complete without tfatm._ _fc« newest are in pelerine shape, end quite long. Most of them lie flat on the shoulders, are lined with satin and ormaiXMKttd, wife many tails. Grey squirrel is in favour, but aQI kinds of furs are fashionable. There are also muffs to matdb. LACE DEPARTMENT. In tho Lace Depaxtment are untold quantities of new and pretty things at most reasonable prices. Lace eollaara mngfay.from twfl shillings each, to the costly makes of real Renaissanoo or Bruges lace in tho new Cape-like shape. The Army lace in white, cr_wn, and string colour in bold and striking designs. Tfceso are in heavy makes, suitable for trimming winter costumes. Mart Ot'jt9 designs have large motifs connected by running scrolls, or applique guipures, or with lace braid effects iv Ivory and iftsd* -tort*. _J» Point d'esprit nebs for making ties and large collars, are shown in spots and floral designs. Tbe sequined and _3oiace_.t l_"ta _» evening wear are really lovely. ONE IN DRAGON FLIES IS A Gbil. They st* iv silver, gold, black and white and opalsacsM . colourings whioh defy descriptions. The RIBBONS once more show the beautiful China and Pompadour effects and are most artistic _ _ _ • Never was there such a display of choice dress trimmings as are now to be seen. Oriental botdferingg, sequined ana batdad passementerie, drop trimmings and jetted motifs, and guipure gimps of every width. Gold and sjlvcr spangle* snd irideaoent sOMT- . tions. Beautiful siik embroidered trimmings which look exquisite on the fashionable Zibeline mftteirials. A really artistici _H_of«m«lt of them is now shown in the window, and proves a great attraction to the passers by. Tbe enamel buttons, too, match b_w___Ux with these rich embroideries. NEXT COMES THE GLOVES. The newest are the Arabian or Mocha Suede. Suede gloves are the most worn and are in two or four button lengtl-, in all tba soft nhades. If you want to give yourself a. .treat, toy a pair of Rein-deer Kid, pripe fifteen and sixpence. They t*e most cOHrfortablja and durable, and if you want to economise and yet buy good gloves, just try the D.I.C. Durable Gloves at 2s fid, --•lid, *nd •-•-*-- thest, are very special values. Strong winter Kid Gloves are pique sewn and well finished at reasonable price. The new cyo-U-f gloves are a mixture of kid and strong silk, particularly neat looking, suitable for cycling and also for visiting. The palma are kid and the backs are a kind of netted silk. ■ ' . . _• . The hosiery, too, is very nice. There are some fine high lace open Stockings, whioh I can recommend, nnd some aU la«», which are <very pretty ifor evening wear. Then there are others all silk, half open work, as well at tbe usual Cwhrnere ana Woollen * goods. BOOT AND SHOE DEPARTMENT. You must now cross over to the Boot and' Shoe Department before your day's shopping is done. There can oe no two onintona concerning the elegance and comfort of the boots and shoes sold hero. It is the only pla*:e where you can get the "Jen_«-» _{__*' boots and shoes, which claim that they fit the feet as nature intended, and aro wonderfully light in weight. Ojher special- KM elegant makes are the "Bostock," amd, in fact, all kind's of American and Canadian shoes are in stock. The evening .shoes *t« remarkably pretty, "The Queen" is a favourite shape, either with plain or beaded and embroidered toe-cap*. "White satin and kid are in «fl sizes. Soft woolley bedroom slippers in dainty colourings, and felt ones of all kinds, colours and sizes, at wall as hosts of comfortable and durable foot-wear for both girls and boys. • . Now you a_d your girls being provided for to-day from head to foot, must leave your household requirements far Vint to this wonderful 'house. "MiCvum in Pacvo" you say. Yes, you aro right, there is "Multum" certainly, but not "In Paivo,' ths space is larger than you imagine, and here, as a sailor would say, at this popular resort, the D.I.C, you can get anything from am anchor to a needle." _ • . _- Having made a very thorough inspection of these 'particular departments, and secured our Seasons requirements, tne beirt and smartest goods, for much less in amount than we expected to pay for them, we reluctantly bid adieu fo tbe oourteou* assistants and retired to our friend's home to further delight ourseh _s with further inspection of our many p__s_a*ea «t tha D.I.C.

HOUSE WANTS. We sell nails, common everyday nails. There's not a fortune in it, but we do it. They are household wants. We value rot* custom whether for nails or silver put*. Some people say, '-What don't you sell f Well, we don't sell furniture, but all other house wants are in our line, and our pnott are right. Minson and Co. for table furnishings and kitchen utensils.—{Advt.)

Wardelis' Himalaya tea, at Is 6d, hi a nice, rich, strong tea; if you have not tried it already, you are advised to do so.. Sample will be sent on application. 6