Evening Republican, Volume 59, Number 75, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 19 April 1917 — Dictates of Fashion. [ARTICLE]

Dictates of Fashion.

“"Bright- red cherries, artificial of course, nestle in long-haired fur neckpieces and muffs. Vest effects, whether developed ns a part of a suit, coat or frock, continue to lie favored. Satin continues to be chosen for many of tlie' smart afternoon dresses and It is likewise seen in combination with doth. Among the unusual umbrellas is one of Scotch plaid. Its rib ends are finished in long tips which seem to be of tortoise shell. The handle is of natural wood. The edict has gone forth that skirts are to he much longer. Moreover, it is said that the whole motif in dressing Is to be different—artistry in design and long flowing lines being emphasized. So far empire lines for outer apparel have been pretty generally confined to garments for misses, adult women wisely ' acknowledging the straight line or normal waist garments as their best selections. The vogue for the empire style Is being tried out in the development of negligee and lingerie garments, this help g on e of the fa vorite suggestions for night gowns and many of the popular combination garments. • The bathing suit of silk velvet, said to stand the water splendidly, is one of the novelties of the season ; but the real mermaid girl will still find on the market many good-looking examples of that fine standby, the jersey suit.