FASHION’S BREEZE

Wairarapa Daily Times, 1 August 1936, Page 6

FASHION’S BREEZE

Americans are apparently discovering that with the emphasis on colouxin present fashions for er suing, the “undertone” of white is not as smart as it used to be. The dress of plain white sheer needs surface adornment of beads, fringe, applique, or embroideries to keep it in the chic class. * * * *

The lampshade silhouette is having a, vogue overseas, and a great deal of variety can bo managed effcctive’y. Peplums are now almost like abbreviated lampshades, and Alix does the job thoroughly by putting a three-quarter-length tunie over a straight skirt and drawing the tunic in at the waist with a string. * » * *

Many full-length coats are now so tightly belted that they achieve a wide flare at the hemline. * * * *

Colours which have been worn together recently in Paris include black and beige, and black and green also appears. Green velvet loose coats appeal with black frocks, and green velvet sashes are also worn. Violet is still fashionable. * * * *

An American bride thought of a new note to adorn her white mousseline de soie frock. Tiny fresh flower bouquets were set in the centre of flat white satin bows, which wero appliqued on to the flaring skirt and on the high puffed shoulder-line. Clusters of fresh white bouvardias, were worn in her hair. * * * *

The two-way stretch idea has for some time been associaed with foundation garments, and now the notion lias been applied to stockings. The elasticity of the yarn in crepe hosiery is claimed to increase the wearer’s comfort and freedom, and, what is more, the stockings do not show rainspots so quickly. * * * *

The lingerie panel appears down the front of many new- summer frocks. It begins as a collar and neat little bow and extends the length of the dress to the hem. It is made of embroidered organdie and lace, and is an excellent idea for furbishing up a plain frock ready for the spring. * * * *

Heavyweight taffetas are used to make long coats to wear with figured dresses. White coats and jackets for spring frocks continue to bo smart in poplin and Sliantun, rather than pique.

Black is considered correct for formal parties, but navy and white in present combinations is not acceptable. Black may bo trimmed with shiny-sur-faced materials, or the whole ensemble may be of cellophane. Soft white lawn blouses give a crisp contrast, and hats may have white ostrich plumes or aigrettes.

Afternoon frocks for the coming season are very feminine, with Margot frills, jabots, and shirring to make them a little fussy. * * * *

The new luggage tan appears constantly with wheat linen in matching bags and shoes, while wheat and navy is also a popular combination.

A popular pearl earring is fashioned of three drop pearls arranged in pendant fashion, and becoming larger as they come down, while peasant jewellery, which includes clusters of mountain flowers in very vivid colours, makes dainty earrings and dress-clips.