STYLES THAT SLENDERISE.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19274, 12 March 1926, Page 7

STYLES THAT SLENDERISE.

Wo hear a good deal just now about slenderisation —if I may coin a wordbut most of 11s outside the magic pale of tho designer's studio know blissfully little as to the ways and means by which the goal may be reached, says a fashion writer. Now tlioso who study these little matters ring the changes on a number of little " gadgets'" that do succeed in bringing about the desired effect of skinderness in a wonderfully efficient manner. One is the plain panel skirt. By breaking up the expanse of pleats, tho width is distinctly reduced and 2, wonderfully slim and slender result is gained. Another is tho addition of trimmings in the form of an elongated " V" both to the front and tho back of the bodice. Ending in a tassel, these arrangements of galon, braid, or bead embroideries similarly break up the expanse of bunt and reduce its apparent solidity. Still another use for those who are generously endowed is tho introduction of the waist coat front to the dress of crepe-de-chine or of georgette. Hitherto reserved mostly for frocks of more serviceable and durable charms, these little fronts of tucl;ed muslin or ninon suit themselves well to the lighter fabrics and certainly produce a slender effect, To slenderise the woman of generous hips, the godets of the moment should bp restrained in their ardour. Tho flair must be kept well below the hip-line and the fullness be made as slight as possible. Sleeves tu the wrist help to slenderise, especially if the elbow to wrist portion be tight-fit-ting; and if the sleeve, ba cut so as to cover tho back of the hand so much the better.