CYCLE OF FASHIONS

Dominion, Volume 27, Issue 18, 16 October 1933, Page 5

CYCLE OF FASHIONS

Wasp Waists and Hobble Skirts Again Small waists, almost the “wasp” waists of ISSO, are coming back (states a London correspondent). The real “wasp” waist was only IS inches around, while most waists to-day average between 24 and 29 inches. The fashion of short jackets and belts is leading women to smaller waists, and reviving interest in the old silhouette. Another revival from the past is the hobble skirt. Skirts are cut straight, on the cross, or pleated, but the fullness disappears below the knee. They are only possible for the very thin, and as yet are lacking in popularity. Then there is the “Homburg” hat, that oldtimer that looks somewhat like a man’s felt hat, with the brim dipping down at the front. It has been reintroduced for spring.

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