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Otago Daily Times, Issue 22204, 6 March 1934, Page 2

Reminiscent of the days of King Charles itf this plumed hat of maidenhair fern green stitched velvet, with its curled ostrich feather* Price 63/MATS are trimmed once more, with feathers in the stellar role. The new silhouette in the spotlight has a softly broadened shoulder line, bosom emphasis, with an uplifted bust, a tight skirt to the knees, and a flaring out below the knees. Coats are sumptuously befurred. , Evening gowns are gorgeous and luxurious. Colours are rich and dark, with greens and berry shades in the ascendant Deep-piled velvets, glittering lames, and gleaming satins, heavy-textured angora woollens, and wool with pigeon down woven in. Chic woollen sweaters, vivid and sporty or quiet and sophisticated. Sports clothes of practical smartness, with all the dash and verve that mark the truly English ‘‘country clothes.” But We could go on for hours without getting past the mere fringe of this fascinating subject of “ What’s New for Autumn? ” So do come and see for yourself all the grace and glamour and grandeur of the mode as it is to-day, displayed in all its glory at the D.I.C. TO-DAY (Tuesday) and following few Days Just to give you a faint idea of what to expect, our artist has sketched a few outdoor garments chosen at random from the gorgeous array. The ladies on the staircase are dressed as follows t ■** Burnham Beeches ” is the name of the elegant Coat worn by die lady with her back to us. It is in a soft, marvellously warm Boucle Hopsac in Olive Green, with a glorious Fox Collar. Size S.W. Price 17gns. Her Hat is in Felt to tone, with a topknot of curled ostrich. Price 42/“Brombcere.” —The charming Bfidge Frock worn by the second lady is in the new Wool Crepe Elegante, in Blackberry shade. The inset front is of pleated shell georgette, the novelty buckles are transparent blackberry shade. Whelk-Shell shaped, and the long epaulets are embroidered in . eyelet work. Size W. Price 12gns. Her Hat is in Tokay Velour, one of the new beret styles. Price 69/6. A soft, fancy Boucle in Maidenhair Fern Green is used for the Coas on the third figure. Grey moleskin makes the upper part of the sleeves and the butterfly the scarf. A little lady’s coat. Price Signs. Her Hat is in the new Lastex Velvet, with a mount of brown pijgeon feather. Price 63/- “ Bronzer ” is the name of the 3-picce Suit, which is in a fancy Hopsac in Laurel Green. Ideal for town or country wear. The full-length Coat has a dyed squirrel crossover tie. The well-cut Cardigan Suit boasts a smart yoke and epaulettes, and a scarf with fringed ends. Price 19gns. Her Breton Sailor Hat is 42/Beechnut is a smart man-tailored Coat-Frock in Copper Beech shade. The material is a fine hair diagonal. Shoe-tie lacings in self satin with gold tags, eyelets, arid buckle are smart features. Size S.W. Price lOgns. Her Hat is a model in Tokay Red Velvet with a fringe of monkey fur on the crown. Price 63/The New Silhouette "The woman who would be well turned out begins with her Corset, if she is intelligent,” says the latest “Vogue.” This is particularly so in the present fashion scene, because all dress designs conspire to emphasise the body. One must be slim, it is true —-but it is a pleasantly robust slimness that we now desire. No longer are busts, hips, and waists kept a dark secret. Our proudest boast is to be frankly feminine. Foundation garments designed to emphasise the mode are now ready for your approval in the Corset Salon. ■m. The Latest Accessories Wonderfully chic ideas in Gloves; Hosiery of cobweb delicacy, openwork and plain; Scarves of chenille in sharply contrasting shades; and Handbags of every imaginable shape and size, including a couple of circular ones. You must see them. The Gloves sketched arc in Black-White or Brown-Beige. The finest Belgian kid, strongly sewn. They are priced at 16/11. The Handbag is Black Morocco, with a smart chromium mount Beautifully fitted. Price 28/6. .