OSTRICH FEATHERS

Auckland Star, Volume LIV, Issue 71, 23 March 1923, Page 9

OSTRICH FEATHERS

DAINTY LINES FOR LADIES. TAPES AND STOLES.. FOR EVENING WEAK. Although the ostrich industry is not ns virile in New Zealand as it was some years ago, the ornate feathers of the huge bird still have an abiding charm with the fairer sex. Consequently feminine fashion has to 1)0 catered for. and in this respect the name of Mrs. Crombie. of 22, City Chambers (second floor), is outstanding ns tha*. of an exclusive New Zealand manufacturer. Three years ago she took over the Helvetia Ostrich Co.'s business, and has proved a worthy successor. Mrs. Crombie specialises in the treatment and finish of the feathers. Artistry and skill is required in this -work, as is revealed by an inspection of the showrooms. Cases of stoles, capes and marabout wraps —sr 11 attractively made in accordance with fashion dictates—command instant admiration. These article:, I which are commended for evening wear. ! especially for theatres and parties, are displayed to every advantage. There is a wide range of the latest shades, including brown, mole, natural, black, [white and other colours for selection to suit customers. Ladies on the lookout for something chic and smart cannot do better than see this attractive display. A i\ice lot of choice feathers is available for millinery purposes and trimming, whilst Mrs. Crombie makes a line of novelty feather-dusters which meet with consistent demand for lum»e and office use.