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Evening Star, Issue 22919, 29 March 1938, Page 5

# Q. 4. VS& «o^ SPOTPROOF.. 9 SPLASH PitOOI • • SHOWERPROOF V «*» / ' xv ■SpjvX \ that’s the latest thing In SILKS PRACTICAL DEMONSTRATION Just inside our Main Door you’ll see actual tests that prove these new , silks are as good to a girl as feathers to a duck. A discovery that will revolutionise the entire fabric world —And D.I.C. is first to present it! Velan permanent finish has been discovered, and the new silks are as impervious to rain spots ... splashes . . . even ink spots as the proverbial duck’s back. But that’s not all. This everlasting velour finish gives a wonderful softness to treated fabric and actually improves their draping quality. If you want to be smart . . . and remain smart . . . investigate these exciting new fabrics NOW! Crepe du nord 5/11 A beautiful soft draping fabric, in the newest autumn colours— Red Earth, London Tan, Crusader Blue, Balkan Blue, Nigger, Navy, and Black. 36in. 5/11 yard. Printed mattcrepes 5/11 These delightful silks are showing in rich all-over floral designs and the new floral lace print stripe designs, 36in. 5/11 yard. Jewell cloque 6/11 A novelty self figured weave in neat smocked effect suitable for all occasions. Full, rich shades of Tuscan, Violet, Red Earth, and Romany Green. 36in. 6/11. Novelty jacquard 8/11 A very smart type of fabric with a self-embossed design suitable for day and evening wear. New shades include Clover, London Tan, Lido, Navy, Romany Green, and Black. 36in. 8/11 yard* ! 1 / SPECIAL DISPLAYS In our windows and also in our Silk Department, just inside the Main Door, are unique displays that are attracting widespread interest. Velan finish is a sensation! DIC The Home of the “Home Journal of the Air 55