Evening Republican, Volume 16, Number 173, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 20 July 1912 — Fashion's Fancies [ARTICLE+ILLUSTRATION]

Fashion's Fancies

The mesh bag is still very popular. Rucbings of old gold taffeta trim many of the new gowns. The dead white hat is unlikely to be seen again this season. Cotton cordhroys are among the favorite washing fabrics. Little black taffeta coats appear with gowns of contrasting color. The cuirass effect on evening'gowns is seen in many new designs Little frock* of spring muslins will be smart and pretty for summer wear. Flower-like ornaments with bands of velvet are still popular for neckwear. Accordion plaiting is among the possibilities for the summer’s coming fashions. With the lingerie dresses the handbags Vs laoe or UneD win b® largely used. ! . ’ Taffeta wraps, trimmed with rucking of the same material, are very popular. Avoid wearing a light hat with a dark gown, if you would really bq well dressed.