Evening Republican, Volume 21, Number 41, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 February 1918 — IN FASHION LAND [ARTICLE]

IN FASHION LAND

Umbrellas are short and thick, with wooden sticks. Novelty effects in coats and capes give slender lines. The tunic blouse makes the coat suit more attractive. Pockets continue to give a military air to the latest sports coats. Newest skirts are so narrow that they allow only the tiniest steps. A novel white collar is made with points for a widow’s black frock. The colored bridal gown has been made fashionable for the war bride. A bow is frequently the only trimming on the hat with sweeping Mees. Almost every style ts ln fashion, but straight-line models are most favored. The latest manner of wearing the watch Is to dangle it from a fob ribbom Utility coats remind one of an oncer's top coat —full and belted in the back. ' Fur coats are uncommonly interesting this year on account of their hrita. A very pretty drees has the sash and shoulder yoke of silk in contrasting color. Silver lace is used over shimmering tin, In making a charming evening dress. The mourning dress dr black taffeta can be fastened with dull silver v