New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1866-02-03


from whose dizzy elevation two long streamers fall
like Lucifer never to rise again. The effect Of this eI'
traordnary structure is mildly described as rather
trying 10 the face" Bonnets smaller than ever;
gay notes that people the sunbeamsi" costly con-
cession to that prejudice Of society which demands
that the head be covered ont of DOORS lace handker
chief would be equally seryieeable and much prettier
Peacocks feathers tipped with gold, bullion fringe gold,
and silver cords, antiques linked with gold imi'
taon pearls, and other grotesque horrors disfgure
these aOmes and reconcile to their diminutye SIZE
This season witnesses the apoheose OF the bizarre and
pref ntious tits the result, perhaps of our everish
life and sudden wealth. and OF the untaugh desire for
beautiful costume; ard surroundings, which seeks In
novelty what it can find only in fitness and elegance.
CLoAKS
and other outdoor garments present no novelties The
coachmans cloak, with two or three round capes Is
somewhat worn. end is seryiceable as the capts can
be detached and the garments TINS adapted to variable
weather The Paletot is still the favorite style. For
s(ygG and in heavy materials the French saeque IS the
preferable shape because it not only is but seems so
easily adjusted and convenient. close-hting gar
meut with small sleeves requires time and care 10 ar
range properly, and therefore belongs only to an
elaborate toilette. Opcra.coaks are made in colors.
and almost universally dispense with the pretty, and
venerable hood displaying IN lis place long sashes OF
rich ribbon pointed folds Of the material edged with
white Yak fringe or a broad apron ornamented with
satin folds and fail of fringe with silver pendants,
looking at night like simmer of dewdrops.
FURs
have become so expensive that possibly by reason oher
costiness sable and mink mus superseded by those
of astrakhan of velvet trimmed to match the walking
suit and In mourning Of crepe, bombazine, and croeh
eted worsted black. white and purple. Some OF these
are exceedingly pretty nud as they can be made al
home. might be a charming economy. They greatly
preferable 70 the coarser flrs because they genuine
not pretending 10 be better than they are. The dark
furs command so factious price that ermine, long
accounted the royal wear be bought for very much
less than good set Of mink. It's delcacy. however,
makes useless except for full toilette. and ii is not
wise purchase unless has seryiceabe suit OF mink
or sable Erminc with n6glige attire is like diamonds
on ungloved hands or bracelets at breakfast
There will be no new materials in
DLESs GOODS
until the delicatefooted Spring ordans flush OF
primrose color pink, ard blue and emerald, IN dainty
prints and musns behud the plaeglass OF the Broad
way windows. The shopbeepers. ignoring those Inc
instincts Of our fallen natures which induce Us to desired
the loyest fabrics ct tie most reasonable prices ex
press their avarice in such fghtul numerals as forbid
all but prodigas 10 buy silk ut less than s. yard
is hardly worth the added expense o. making. aud
modest merit feels that those shining robes at &C. are
not at all too good for it. But If we send money to
France In this reckless fashion ii needs no ghost come
from the grave 10 tell that the National Poorhouse
Will be the impecunious result of our Republican en-
perinent In Paris, Monsieur Dupin, Procureur-Gen-
era from his place In the Senate. denounces the I'M
brdled luxury Of women. 1t is plain to see he thinks
that both and morals are becoming corrupted
The arstooratc world yes with the demnoHde IN 10
passion for tnsteless ard bizarre displays. Pfivaie
fortunes cannot meet the demand upon them and ger
feel swinding supplies their lack Family HE becomes
impossible and the parental relation is but name
And be iinpores rich and reputable matrons TO form
leagues in the Of Sweet Simplicity and save the
nation from disgrncefa bankruptcy OF money and
moras Yet France is not wasted by four years war
is not exporting gold for lu1ures which she cannot
aford-does not look abroad for fabrics which she can
make as cheapiy II not as dainty at home. Al al
breakfast recently given at Compegne TO disiin'
guished American il is said that the Empress either Us
pretty within. or in compliment 10 the simplicity OF
American ideas--alas, not Of American usage-wore
plain dress Of nsey -woolsey with linen collar and
cuffs 1t is further asserted that whether convert to
the fierce Dupin, driven TO severity as the only bn
wark Of excusveness, the beautiful Eusenie ordains
the most rigid simplicity in her artistic toilette Dear
Democrats. who follow Royalty through SO many de-
yious ways do take this phenomenal sraght'pah and
find Is VISIONS chief thoroughfare.
In
NODES
there is infinite variety The old fashion OF dresses In
nha - htaal al ID lnDu
on one or both sides with rich array ofcords and tas
sells to display simulated petticoat OF blue or green OF
crimson silk. The hesddress Of bandles. and bright
bow a; the throat match this lower skirt in Lue
costly green silk has al oyer.dress Of black falling be-
low the knee and looped with sasbes Of green.
closely fitting waisteoat Of green and jauniy black
open Jacket complete the costume These robes are lot
tasteful Judged by the highest laws Of dress, because
they make patches Of color, insist on rgd outlines
where Nature indicates none and allow flowing folds
from grde 10 hem. But they have that ndeseribe air
which women call style and two old dresses can easily
be made into fresh and attractive new ono founceS
except on thin dresses for evening scarcely
seen. The most elegant skirts are very long and en-
rely plain Heavy cord is still sewed around the bot
TOM and sometimes makes pattern OF shamrock'!eaVes
where the breadths join. Round waists with belt ana
costly buckles OF fanc!ful workmanship are fashion
able Basques Of various shapes, ssshed batlemented
and pointed, and jaunty jackets of velvet, silk cash
mere and white alpaca trimmed with thread lace are
much worn The sleeves in all cases, are very small
When the fashions of the Empire perish 1t is ru-
mored that In the Egyp,on costume the Court viii cry
the King is dead, long live the King" Exactly what
that mode may be- appalled, imagination refuses to
sormise. But one fancies that the present cr!none
which IL transcript Of the Pyramids. must be an In
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