MODERN FASHIONS

Waikato Times, Volume 98, Issue 16096, 20 September 1924, Page 13 (Supplement)

MODERN FASHIONS

The hostess at left wears gold lace guest wears a three-tier frock on whi make a picturesque pair.

Shoe Styles.

The tailored trend has undoubtedly brought about a new era in shoes which introduces, according to Shoecraft, the real British last closing the shoe up high on the foot. There are decidedly fewer cutouts; contrasting applique, inlays, or pipings, have usurped their place to a large extent. The oxford tie is feeling its way to the fore in almost every store. Though slow in its progress, its presence is felt, and it may from one day to another leap into prominence,

A Linen Romper.

A yard of coloured linen makes this pretty and practical littlo romper. Patterns abound for this easy-to-make garment.

Polret twill with satin grenadine should be used here. The coatee being sleeveless shows the grenadine halfsleeves. The draping of the poiret skirt is lined to correspond with bodice—a very desirable style.

Dangling Fobs Of New Interest.

Now that tailored lines govern fashion, a touch of sophistication is introduced by means of a fob. It dangles from every possible angle, and invariably takes for itself a conspicuous position. Tour hat—cloche or turban, in fact, any shape otherwise plain —must dangle a rhlnestone, jade or frosted crystal fob. No tailored frock or suit is complete without its fob hanging by a black ribbon from pocket or lapel. A stunning: version at Saks has a jet centre trimmed with rhinestones and a rhinestone bar; or, as substitute, ono may use a fob watch of exquisitely engraved solid white gold. A frosted crystal *"ob set in marcasite forms a suitablo adornment.

on a black satin foundation. Her ch is a quaint hanging in front. These

The Waistline.

1 < As to tihe waistline —we have almost forgotten that there ever was one, now that so many of the frocks are beltless. But when the waistline reapparo on the scene, there is reason to think: that it will be rather high than low. Satin will be much used parrhularly the rich-looking crepe satin which has been seen about somewhat of late. Bertho employs this satin in exquisite asbes-of-roses shade.".. for a pretty tailleur for tawny colour trimmed ,with light beige fu^

The Spring Scarf.

A costume of trlcotlne or poiret twill, for spring features the scarf. This accessory is highly favoured by Dame la Mode this season.

Strikes New Note of Originality.

The wedding of floral crepe de chono and black satin grenadma makes a house frock of uniquo charm thati strikes a real note of originality. Puff sleeves that are practically cuffs add the charm of additional novelty.— 13-3.