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11 * it] Z” 'v The Village Jeweller Give your wrist a touch of luxury by wearing a fashion watch from THE VILLAGE JEWELLER. The brands include Revue, Rotary, Oris and Seiko, and there are both silver and gold watches available. Most watches feature Roman numerals and leather straps, which have proven popular overseas. This simple but elegant style of design is particularly striking, and has the added advantage of being able to be worn with any outfit. THE VILLAGE JEWELLER always has a good selection of silver and gold jewellery to complement your fashion looks. Mathew Norman carriage clocks, world-renowned for their very good movement and sophisticated looks, are available at THE VILLAGE JEWELLER, 188 A Papanui Road, next to Garden City Antiques. Telephone 559-890. Garden City Antiques GARDEN CITY ANTIQUES can now be found three doors north from their previous shop, where, after 13 years, they have become known for their excellent service and experience. They will be continuing to stock their usual good variety of antiques, both large and small. Browsers are welcome to walk through the shop to the rear showrooms and garden area, where the team of restorers can be seen in action. Each tradesman has more than 40 years experience in his particular field, and outside "work — french polishing, upholstery and cabinetmaking — is welcomed. A large shipment of antiques of all descriptions has recently arrived from England. These are now on view, and include chiffoniers, chests, and card tables. If you have any inquiries, please ring collect. GARDEN CITY ANTIQUES, 186 Papanui Road, opposite the Post Office. Phone 554-226, A.H. 555-106. ( Olivias ] The autumn collection of exclusive Aurore outfits has arrived at OLIVIA’S OF MERIVALE from Parnell Village. The bridal gown is very special: silk embroidered Italian Georgette, falling softly into a Dior skirt. Feminine floral frocks are ideal for races or weddings, in such shades as peach, rose and cream, or mulberry and grey. For dramatic elegance, wear a strapless crepe de chine dress with side slits, and a matching soft jacket. A gloriously feminine frock is very romantic, in delicately flowered pale pink or blue or peach organza. It creates a vulnerable image, conjuring up afternoon garden parties of past years. Customers viewing this range will also be able to browse among the top-label garments which will be in the sale, commencing Monday. January 29. OLIVIA’S OF MERIVALE, 182 Papanui Road. Telephone 554-749. The RITZ HAIR CO. has maintained its look of quiet elegance, and its sanity, by the addition of a new wing. This extra space means more service to clients, with staff numbers now at 16. Week-end workshops, with visiting hairdressers from overseas, will now be a regular occurrence at THE RITZ HAIR CO. There is a new reception area, and the stylishly decorated new wing has a balcony overlooking landscaped gardens — more than ever, the surroundings show an appreciation of beauty and of things well done. The staff ensure there is a friendly, relaxed atmosphere, of which it is a pleasure to be a part. It is necessary to book in advance, especially if you want a certain stylist. RITZ HAIR CO., 184 Papanui Road. Telephone 554-094. ISOBEL’S GALLERY stocks outfits for the mature woman, who can be assured she will look just right in these well-chosen clothes. Summer wardrobes can be refreshened at a low cost, by buying in the Summer sale. This is continuing, with further reductions in sundresses, two-piece outfits, dresses, suits, and restaurant and evening wear. The colours are cool afid captivating, with something for almost everyone. Many of the outfits would easily take you through the Autumn season, so it is worth spending money now, before the summer stock disappears. ISOBEL’S GALLERY, 209 A Papanui Road. Telephone 554-165. There is a emphasis on genuine French Provincial cooking at LA PROVENCALS, and I am told they are concentrating on presenting various pates at the moment — wild boar, fish and game. You may be pleased to hear the chef makes a serious effort to keep the calorie total down as much as possible, so you can enjoy eating without feeling guilty. A fivecourse dinner is offered at $8.25, and the three-comse luncheon at 84.95, can be eaten on the terrace on a fine day. The restaurant is small, in the typically French peasant style — the kitchen, and thus the chef, being in close contact with the guests. LA PROVENCALE, 138 Aikmans Road. Telephone 556-156. Village wardrobe] The clothes at VILLAGE WARDROBE are a mass of soft, fresh colours — so flattering to your tan. Their summer sale is beginning, with huge reductions on all this season’s stock. If your bikini is on its last legs, replace it with one at sale price. $7.95. There are knit tops, greatly reduced, at $4.99. If you are bored with the clothes you thought were so suitable at the beginning of the season, supplement your wardrobe with new shorts, a skirt or a shirt or two from VILLAGE WARDROBE. Short-sleeved shirts, pure cotton, are in a variety of colours. These are reduced from $24.95 to $15.95. Silk blouses were $35.95, now $21.95. VILLAGE WARDROBE, 202 A Papanui Road. Telephone 557-387. —— —'ll .AGEBYGONES Visitors to VILLAGE BYGONES will notice the new importation of furniture from Britain. An oak revolving bookcase is a novel item, rarely seen in Christchurch — a real conversation piece. Mahogany dressing tables are very much in demand, and there is a pretty one in VILLAGE BYGONES at the moment. As usual, they have a very good selection of ceramics, including Wedgwood, Worcester, Moorcroft and Doulton. Silver charms are always of interest to those who are trying to make up a bracelet, and there are some unusual old charms in stock. There are many other pieces, too numerous to mention. VILLAGE BYGONES, 231 Paoanui Road. Telephone 558-806. FOR SPACE INQUIRIES ABOUT THIS COLUMN PHONE 790-940, EXT. 897.