Orange Blossoms.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLII, Issue 17, 28 April 1909, Page 63

Orange Blossoms.

HOLMES—RAWSON - . ©N April 20th. at St. Paul’s ProCathedral, Wellington, was celebrated the marriage of Miss Elsie Beatrice Rawson (younger daughter of Mr 11. Pt Rawson) and Dr. Matthew Holmes. White Howers decorated the. church, and though the guests were limited in number, there were many onlookers. The bride looked very winsome and graceful in her ivory satin robe, with an underskirt of ninon confined by silken cords. The train, also of ninon, fell from the shoulders, to which it was attached by cords and tassels. The transparent yoke and long sleeves were of delicate lace, and her tulle veil was worn over a wreath of myrtle in wrought silver. Her shower bouquet was composed of white roses and sweet peas. The bridesmaids. Misses Alice Rawson and Margaret Simpson, wore amethyst taffetas, with a diaphanous overdress of the same shade, lace, guimpes and sleeves, mauve picture hats with long plumes, and bouquets of mauve and white Howers. The two little girls were gowned in charming picturesque frocks and caps of white, muslin, with mauve sashes and ribbons. Mr C. Holmes was best man, and Dr. Bell groomsman. After the reception at the residence of the bride’s parents, Dr. and Mrs Holmes left for the Upper Hutt by motor, Mrs Holmes weaning a Directoire coat and sKirt of sapphire blue with black revers and sash. The blue hat had large black feathers. Mrs Rawson wore purple chiffon velours, with a guimpe of Irish guipure and picture hat with plumes MOWBRAY—MARCHANT. There was a big wedding at -St. Paul’s Pro. Cathedral, Wellington, on April 20, when Miss Kitty Allman Marchant, was married to Mr. James Marshall Mowbray (Auckland). The church, which was crowded with friends and spectators, was effectively decorated with white flowers and autumn foliage. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. T. H. Sprott. The bride, who was given away by her father, Mr. J. W. A. Marchant (late Surveyor-General), looked charming in ivory Empress satin, the skirt being slashed and laced with cords and •tassels over ninon. True lovers’ knots were appliqued on the train, and the yoke and sleeves wore of tucked chiffon. Tulle composed the bridal veil, which was caught up with a wreath of orange blossoms, and ehe wore the bridegroom’s gift, an opal necklet. The fair bridesmaids, Misses M. Marchant, E. Holmes, V. Fulton and D. Bidwill were dressed alike in brown filet net inserted with brown Valenciennes and worn over brown taffeta of the same shade. Their wide brown hats were massed with grapes in harmonious tones of purple, green and pink, and were finished with long streamers of green ribbon. Their bouquets were of pink roses and violets, and each girl wore the bridegroom’s gift, a Liberty pendant. Mr. W. Mowbray was best nvan, and Messrs. Marchant, Bidwill and P. Mowbray acted as groomsmen. The reception was held at Mr. Allman Marchant’s residence in Tinakori-road, and later on Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Mowbray set off on their wedding journey to the North. The bride’s travelling dress was biown tweed tailor-made with a blouse of ecru net, brown hat with brown and yellow roses and wings. Mrs. Marchant wore black Maltese lace bver black satin, the lace yoke being touched with vivid green ; her black hat was lined with palest pink. Mrs. Gordon (Auckland) wore ivory crepe de chine and lace, mole coloured hat swathed with blue tulle and rose; Mrs. Balbarry, pale blue chiffon voile, pale blue hat with pink roses; Miss Marchant. (Dunedin), s-.ixe blue ninon with pnneis of filet lace in the same shade; Miso N.Marchant, reseda chiffon taffetas, with a ruffle of champagne tulle strewn with violets, green hat with mauve plumes; Mrs. Bidwill, mole-coloured sotiple' cloth smartly braided in black, mole hat with black Cavalier pin' »

Amongst Hie guests were Mrs. Ross, mousseline de sqie; Mrs. Haggitt, violet silk; Mrs. Baker; black silk; Mrs. Taylor, navy blue dress, relieved with cream; Mrs. Collier, tailor-made costume; Mrs. Dillon, black merveilleux; Miss Ida Todd (cousin), pink silk; Miss Dillon, tailor made costume; Miss Todd (cousin), embroidered black silk; Miss Thirza Barrie, white .Liberty silk; Mrs. Barrish, lavender mousseline de soie; Miss Curtis (cousin), brown costume; Miss White (Kaikora North), apple green silk; Mrs. Fred. Witherow, black crepe de chine; Miss Miller, brown costume; Mrs. Jull, black lace over rose point silk; Mrs. Jas. Bibly, heliotrope silk; Mrs. Brash (New Plymouth), lavender silk; Miss Johnson, green tweed Directoire costume; Mrs. Bibly, black silk; Mrs. Downes, fawn costume; Mrs. Witherow, tailormade costume; Miss Baker, pale blue silk; Miss Jessie Dillon, dark green elotii costume; Miss Ida White (Brae burn), white silk; Mrs. Reed, electric blue silk; Mrs. B: Brower, white net over silk; Miss Ruby Arrow (cousin), brown costume; Miss Edith Arrow (cousin), navy blue coat and skirt ; Mrs, Heslop (cousin), summer costume; Mrs. 1). McLean, black merveilleux, relieved with cream lace; Mrs. Jas. Tod. brown Costume; Miss Howard, tailor-made costume; Mrs. Allan Dillon (cousin), cream silk voile; Miss Alice Howard, tailormade costume; Mrs. W. Witherow, black silk; Mrs. Eccles, brown costume; Mrs. E. Oakenfull, brown tweed costume; Mrs. Norriss, brown costume; Miss Small, black costume; Miss Turton, black and white silk; Miss N. Small, black costume; Mrs. White (Braeburn), black •ilk, with handsome Brussels net, embroidered scarf; Miss Bane (cousin), fawn silk; Mis. McVay (Napier), violet silk dress, with cream lace; Mrs. It. Spencer (Palmerston North), white crystalline frock; Miss M. Howard, Directoire costume of brown cloth. A reception was subsequently held at “Abbotsford,” the residence of the bride’s mother. After the reception the ■happy couple motored away, en route, for Wanganui and New Plymouth, where the honeymoon will be spent. The bride’s going-away dress was a pretty costume of navy blue pastel cloth, Directoire coat and skirt, trimmed black silk braid, vest of cream and gold Oriental embroidery, Merry Widow hat of folded pale blue silk, trimmed with roses shaded from pale pink to deep red, and a white feather collarette. The presents were very numerous, and included a piano, a canteen of silver and cutlery, solid silver table appointments, cheques, and articles of furniture. Cables of congratulations were received from England, Sydney, and Melbourne, and telegrams from all parts of the Dominion. On the Saturday previous to the wedding, Mrs. Allan Dillon (cousin to the bride) gave a “kitchen tea.” Forty guests were present. Various games and competitions were thoroughly enjoyed, and a most enjoyable time was spent. Mrs. IL M. Rathbone won the word making competition, and Miss Mabel Tod the ‘'making of wedding presents" competition. A quantity of kitchen utensils were presented to the brideelect. BRA 1> L E V—O’BR 1E N. A very pretty wedding was celebrated at St. Patrick’s Church, Patea, on Tuesday, April 13. The contracting parties were Mr. Joseph Bradley, Waverley, and Miss Ellen O’Brien, of Patea. The bride, who was given away by her father, was attired in a white chiffon taffeta Empire gown. .She wore the orthodox veil and orange blossoms, and carried a very pretty shower bouquet. She was attended by two bridesmaids (Miss Katie O'Brien, sister of the bride, and Miss Maggie Bradley, sister of the bridegroom). They both wore while silk Empire frocks with hats to match. Mr. Janies Bradley acted as best man, and Mr. John Bradley as groomsman. The {marriage ceremony was performed by the Rev. Father Duffy, assisted by the Rev, Father Kelly. Mr. and Mrs. .1. Bradley left by the evening tram for the .South, where the honeymoon will be spent.

BHAKP—PEESTOX. A pretty wedding was solemnised at Sumner, ’ Ohriatchurch, when Mis* Daisy Preston, youngest daughter of Mrs. Preston Sumner) was married to Air. Alorton Sharp. The church was pretily decorated. The bride, who was given away by her mother, wore agown of ivory corded silk, the plain skirt being finished at the foot by a broad satin Itand. The bodice had vest and sleeves of finely tucked chiffon and het. A wreath of orange blossom and veil were worn, and a shower bouquet carried. The bridegroom's gifts were a handsome diamond ring and a pretty pearl necklace. Mr. F. Preston w.w best man, and .Mr. C. Preston groomsman. The bridesmaids were .Miss Ethel Preston (the bride’s sister), ami Miss Gwendolin Moore. They wore Empire frocks of petunia coloured muslin over white silk, with yoke and sleeves of cream tucked net and lace, black picture crinoline straw iiats with drooping feathers, and they carried shower bouquets of white daisies tied with streamers of petunia ribbon. Mis. Preston (the bride’s mother) Wore a handsome black voile gown, violet toque

with violet satin strings. Mrs. .Denham (the bride’s sister) wore navy blue coat and skirt, black hat with feathers. Among the guests were Mrs. W. Moore, the Misses Moore, Mrs. Cobham, Mrs. Ftarky (Amberley), Mrs. Burns, the Misses Burns, Mrs. C. Cooper, Miss J. Hislop (Wellington), Mrs. Jennings, Mrs. I’rins and Miss Prins. W A K BURTON —RATHBONE. A wedding of considerable interest in Waipawa, took plaee on Wednesday last, when Mr Arthur L. Warburton, eldest son of Mr. A. Warburton, of Wellington, and Miss Elsie Marian Rathbone, eldest daughter of the late Mr Win. Rathbone, of “Abbotsfold,” Waipawa, were married in St. Peter’s Church. The celebrant was Canon Cecil, of Woodville, an old friena of the family, assisted by the Rev. 11. P. Cowe, M.A., vicar. The bride wore an exquisite Empire wedding gown of white satin eharmeuse. trimmed silver lace, with panel on skirt, edged with silver lace, a Directoire sash, finished silver fringe; the bodice had a tucked yoke, and long rucked sleeves. The gown was elaborately outlined with French knotting and feather stitching in white silk. A wedding veil of Brussels net, worked with true lover’s knots, was worn over a coronet of orange blossoms; she carried a shower bouquet of white flowers. Five bridesmaids were in attendance, the colours of their attire were prismatic, and the effect as the. wedding party stood at the altar, was most charming. Miss Florence Rathbone (Dollie), chief bridesmaid, wore a lovely Empire frock of pale heliotrope crystalline over merveillennx. It had a creem net voke edged with heliotrope t>nd tong nicked sleeve.-, and a Merry Widow hat. trimmed swathings, and rosettes of heliotrope silk and white ospicys; Miss Warburton, sister to the brideerbom. wore a dainty Empire frock of pale blue radiuni over glaee silk, pale blue Merry Widow hat. Trimmed swathings and rosettes of silk en suite and white osprey: Miss Muriel Rathbone. wore a charming Empire frock of pale pink radiuni, over glaee silk and Alerry Wilow hat trimmed with swathinn's and rosettes of silk same colour and white ospray ; the Misses Gladys and Dorothy Rathbone, wore verv pretty frocks of white ninon, made over glace silk, with Directoire sashes of pale ping and pale blue respectively, Merry Widow hat sof white silk, ’.rimmed silk scarves same colour as sa'shes.- The I>lridegroom was supported by Dr. Anderson, of 'Wellington, as best man, and Messrs Rathbone, and G. E. Warburton as groomsman. Mr. H. Rathbone, brother of the bride, gave her away. The church was crowded with onlookers, many relatives o' both families being present. Mas Rathbone, mother of the bride, wore, a lia’afsc ue Parisian gown of black frellised lace, over cream Duchesse satin, edged with gold passementerie and black velvet, a black lace toque, trimmed roses and white ospray, and carried a shower bouquet of roses; Airs Warburton, mother of the bridegroom wore a gown of brown taffeta silk, toque to match, trimmed roses and feathers: Airs. H. M. Rathbone. wore a cream chiffon taffeta, cream net yoke and sleeves, with touches of blue, a Alerry Widow hat, mole colour, with turquoise crown, mole colour wings; Airs eV. H. Rathbone. in plum colour frock, trimmings to match: Airs. L. Rathbone, wearing pale pink silk voile froc-K, trimmed with cream net and lace, gold touches, mole colour Merry Widow hat, tiimmed c-ci>e de chine am l mole wings; Airs Toad aunt to the bride), black nierveilleux maltese laee: Airs. Curtis (aunt to the bride. costume of wine colour. trimmed guipine and cream laee: Airs. Hatchings (aunt to the bride), costume of royal blue pastel elotli, trimmed guipure and cream lace: Airs. 11. T. Arrow (aunt to the bride) black silk.