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Press, 15 August 1984, Page 14

■reKsbb i | k NZ a7p - Surprise! Good news! Boon! There could be all three for decorators calling at JEAN PRITCHARD'S Design and Decor studios right now. There Is a 20% price reduction on ALL stock until the end of August. Among the lines to ponder there are new selections of British Warners fabrics — see particularly the 1 fresh-look green-and-rad fioral, and the pink-on-pink chintzes — and siik photo frames, available in three sizes. There is also a new piece of deepest luxury on display: the all-leather Manzinni chair, broad and beautiful In avocado green. There are five other colour choices available. Two and three-seater sofas may be ordered to match. Remember: there is a complete design consultancy service available, to both town and country clients, from JEAN PRITCHARD, 7 St Albans St, Ph. 554-679. f The ’ ' x Shoe Shoppe jj Spring is NOT Just around the corner; it has arrived already at THE SHOE SHOPPE. The line-up of footwear for the new season is a cheerful sight, colourful and marked with unusual detail* The Italian sandals feature plaited, laced or latticed leather in styles which look so zippy and yet so comfortable. And so obviously Italian-inspired, with such colour mixes as turquoise with pink, olive green with tan. The Spanish canvas espadrilies are brightly coloured, either single tone or a multi-mix. Positively peppy. The dress shoes are stunningly stylish, predominantly red, black, white or grey. Heels are mostly straight, and slightly lower than before. The Jarolini stiletto gg "high slides". In Jade, red or white, take the M glamour prize. THE SHOE SHOPPE, 186 Papanui ffl Rd, Ph. 556-817. | For the woman planning a trip to warmer dimes, or simply fed up with thinking "winter", a visit to THE HOSIERY BAR Is a must. The new season's nightwear has begun to arrive, and already there is ampla choice in short and long nighties, as well as robes. The styles, in sizes 10-18, are very feminine, detailed with lace, smocking, gathering, and/ or embroidery. Thera are pure cotton, poly/ cotton and silky-look knit nightgowns in colours from classic white to the bright brights. Bendon's designs are especially appealing in periwinkle blue, sunset pink and shy peach. In sultry mood is a black petal-line gown with matching bikini, by intrigue. Note: winter nightwear oddments are now half-price at THE HOSIERY BAR, Merivale Mall, Ph. 558-363, Plaza Arcade, Ph. 69-304, 122 Armagh St, Ph. 65-822. | gourmet) | Grecian silver, elegant, flawless, heirloom material. This new range at GOURMET COOKWARE is a superb collection, which must tempt those with an eye for perfect craftsmanship. In lamps, platters, dishes, tureens. Ice-buckets and tankards. Also outstanding Is a selection of famed Darlington lead crystal items. The vases particularly will charm those gift-givers searching for something In the "special but not exhorbitant" category. Through the archway at ADDED LIVING, top news Is the attractive German "810-frisch" container ware, desiged especially for storing food In fridges. Every imaginable size and shape container is included, with 'Clouds' or 'Chicken' design. The 'Clouds’ design is also available in chinaware, as is a bright and colourful 'Balloons' range. GOURMET COOKWARE and ADDED LIVING, Merivale Mall, Ph. 558-586. To see them is to covet them! The Chinese baskets just in at BAGATELLE are practical, are versatile, are sturdy — and are dashing. There are three different styles — tali and narrow (four sizes), square (three sizes), and rectangular with a rounded base (four sizes), priced from $9.50. These lacquered cane baskets are not only for toting the shopping about in. They can be ideal as attractive display containers for dried floral arrangements, vegetables, fruit, for pot plants, for utensils or magazines. These surely deserve the "purposefultrendy" tag. But, shoppers be warned — the stocks in now are the total expected this season, so don't delay if you plan to purchase. BAGATELLE regrets, no lay-bys possible. BAGATELLE, Merivale Mail, Ph. 557-534, Cashfields, Ph. 66-934, Chancery Lane, Ph. 790-130. ( HARPERS BAZAAR ) I High-tech form combines with low-key B colouration in the newest samples of Bolda furnishing fabrics at HARPERS BAZAAR. The "Ticker Tape and Parabola" range from these wellknown Australian manufacturers features co-’ ordinating designs of dashes and curves in such subtle colours as turquoise, pink, grey and cinnamon. The designs may sound 'busy', but they are, in fact, gentle enough to be used to create a 'plain' impression. Also by Bolda is the "American Collection" of glazed cottons, geometric and floral, which could be mixed and matched to Impressive effect. Their names alone are impressive: Zanzibar, Java, Seaflower, Zamoria. Other new Bolda samples are expected at HARPERS BAZAAR, where the popular Bolda Swirl and Bolda Block designs are still available, in bold colours or soft. HARPERS BAZAAR, 138 Alkman's Road, Ph. 555-451. A. Just seen at NEUTRAL PLUS are rarities indeed - unusual gift lines In the "under $5" bracket. They are "Fridge Fresh", "Cracker Crisp" and "Salad Crisper", brightly-coloured plastic gadgets which are guaranteed to maintain food in fridges, biscuit tips and salad bowls at peak condition. Price: $3.50 each. Also under $5.00 ($4.50) are long-stemmed plastic wine glasses, available in three sizes. Ideal for barbecues, picnics and other occasions which would be high-risk for glass. NEUTRAL PLUS has some new kitchenware in Italian style and the Italian red-white-green colours. This smart range includes cake tins, cannisters, trays, dish drainers and mini-size kitchen bins. In cast iron cookware, the Taiwanese griddle pans, skillets and grill pans, in various sizes, are excellent value. NEUTRAL PLUS, 225 Papanui Rd, Ph. 557-702. M The Merivale Village Column Is published in "The Press" every second Wednesday throughout the year, except January. It is a collation of the current news, changes, plans and specialities of the always-buoyant Merivale retail scene. The copy Is written by Sue Neale-Brown, if you wish to utilise this column to promote your Merivale business, goods and/or services, please contact the area representative. Dearwin Bonniface, . Ph. "The Press", 790-9fo, ext. 866.