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Star (Christchurch), Issue 18467, 19 May 1928, Page 4

Empire Goods at Ballantynes •nsM.iwi' Special Window Displays iTo focus attention upon Empire products, as is being done this week, fittingly reminds us of the almost limitless resources of our Empire to cater fox our wants, and a cursory glance at Ballantynes Window Displays show vividly how complete a provision is made for citizens of the Dominion to emulate in ail drapery* requirements their kinsfolk in the Home centres of Fashion. In the most westerly window in Cashel St. Ladies’ Underwear of New Zealand manufacture is displayed, many types of garments, all daintily designed and offering the assured protection afforded by high-grade New Zealand Wool. Another Window exhibits Ladies’ Ready-to-Wear Felts, of English make, desirable for their smartness no less than for their practical character. The effective use of Red in several of these models is an attractive feature of these seasonable styles. An arresting though simple draping of Satin Romal—of English make—is another display. That such delightful colourings can be transferred to any fabric is a triumph of Art, of which any maker and wearer can be justly proud, and the fact that these are washing Satins adds much to their practical value. England is again represented in the recessed window by a display of “Flexcello” Silk and Wool Hosiery, a combination designed to unite the attractive sheen of Silk with the comfort of Wool. A display of Dress Flannels—Dominion made —and unexcelled for quality of texture and beauty of finish is another attractive window. A display of Slippers has an almost Oriental suggestion, but these “comfy” Brown Leather Hexible Slippers, with beaded fronts and fur edging are of English origin. Another window is devoted to an array of British made Toilet Table Accessories in Xylonite. Mirrors, Brushes, Manicure Sets, Powder Bowls, etc., are being shown in a variety of colours. Some are made to simulate Tortoiseshell, others Ivory;" in all cases with such fidelity as to indicate the grain of the original. In Ballantynes extensive frontage all the other windows share in the display: British Woollens, superb Indian Carpets, Scotch Linoleums, and Irish Handkerchiefs; a timely display of Boys’ Overcoats and London made Hats for men; whilst a display of Empire-made Household Linens' always claims attention for its special merits of quality and value. Empire Buyers are Empire Builders