, 1877-03-25
NEW YORK.
THE IAK1SnIA

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served at l. O'Clock.
NEW YORK.
THE PAKAsoL.
| Special Correspondence Qf The Tribune.
NEW York, March o3.-Few adjuncts of a
lady's spring street toilette arc more effective
than really handsome parasol, aud parasols
now rejoice in a perfection Of form, texture, and
detail hitherto undrcamcd OF. Very elegant, in
decd, arc some that have latcly appeared. For
the present, the once popular umbrella must
make its bow, and with the best grace possible
behold the dainty paraso} aud the ornate 'ssun-
shade ~ step into its place. A very handsome
| parasol, designed for accompanying an imported
toilette, is Of rich seeded silk Of an exceedingly
| rare and lovely shade Of bronzc-brown, rather
light than otherwise. The handle is OF pure
translucent amber, richly carved, and bear
ing handsome monogram Of the owner
The end of the handle, or, rather, the top, pro-
| trulipg up through the parasol, represents a
nlodcrately~1arge bird, exquisitcty cut also from
| amber. It has its wings extending as II for
flight, and so gracefully, SO ari1y, Is it perched
| aloft that its delay seems but monlcutary. 4
handsome fringe over fall Of white lace finishes
the edge of this expensive trile for only an out
lay OF S53 can make 1t yours. Another pleasing
parasol Is of twi]led silk Of that lovely Shade
known as French gray. Upon the surface, about
two inches from the edge, plan satin stripe is
woven into the silk. The handle and top piece
are Of prcttily-wrought horn, and graceful loop
OF gray satin ribbon adorns the top piece. Mid
way between top and edgei is bright cluster OF
moss-buds and roses, with few delicately-
tinted leaves. This is worked upon the surface
By hand, and very pretty and novel Is tho effect
Other pretty parasols arc trimmed with lace ami
ruf1lcs OF the same, pinkcd, plain, or cmbroidcr-
ed. Others still haze trimmings Of fringe,
beads, galloon, aud SO on, al ininitum. But
besides all these wonders Of elegance and cx-
pcnsc, there arc some others thar are not only
very pleasing but are not so exorbitant as to
alarin one. There are some of q soft, rich
brown, with edge Of i mustard color,
of lemon tint, Of i delicate
sulphur, or OF pretty, wholesome, good, old
fashioned yellow, guiltless Of nuancc. These
are simple, but stylish anu attractive, possess
ing also tho merit OF reasonable COST. They
may be had in various styles similar to those
above for SS.5O. y novelty in parasols consists
OF some made Of bunting. They are gayly
trimmed and will undoubtedly become quite
fashionable. One OF dark rayybluc bunting Is
decorated at the top BY Il bow OF cardinal rib
bon, aud by loops OF the same around the edge.
Others OF dark green arc similarly cmbcllisl'cu
With ribbon OF ono OF the new yellow shades,
There is not much to say regarding wraps as
season prevail this spring.
Easter is ever warmly welcomed, and this is
often the case solely and simply because it
brings
There arc 20 many lovely colors, so many
dainty devices, such variety Of flower, fruit,
and feather, from which to choose ones spring
bonnet that the selection becomes an affair Of
everyday purchase. There are fine chips,
black and White, French and Italian; there
are the handsome Florence brails, apd
the elaborate Tuscan straws; in one
WORD thers ,l;, is anythlng ANYBODY n
more formal and elegant wear, but the latter
are too pretty, too comfortable, too becoming,
to be allowed to drop into dsusc. The round
hat, OF course, ranks first. but ii very charming
hat has bell-erowned shape, Will, the English |
it is probable that thc popular Gainsborough |
and other broad-brimmcd iats will be revived: |
In variety md beauty trimmings excel them |
selves. silk, satin, gauze chenille feathers,
indeed arc the effects. huyc told you Ut the |
mania fur everything yellow, how it waxes hot
ter than even the cardinal t'rage.". Every |
color is well represented, aud it IS almost in-
tint. Red runs the color gan1ut from deep EAR
dinal to faintcst .' 'madcn's blush,' and blue
from the deepest marine and vivid indigo to the |
most delicate ccrulean. Anu the grays are
tiou is OF soft French gray and clear gcraniuln
rcd Another equally pretty and considered
very nlodish is rich plum mingled with exqni-
site tillcu1. A lovely effect is produced by
judiciols minsltng Of aoslnthe.colored yelvct
murky green with yellow tinge. It is cxtreme-
II becoming to blondes, and is as much
admired by them rs are the rich warm
n,nroons and delicate straws and lemon colors.
think the loveliest bonnets, as they are also
tho latest, are completely made Of flowers
crown, briln, and all. 4 beautiful imported
bonnet Of the favoritc caEotc shape consists
entirely Of white and purple yiolets. tullc
barbc is attached beneath the crown at the
back. aud drawn forward beneath the chin,
where it fastened by bunch Of natural violcts. |
These, it is needless to say, must be replaced
each time. Another dainty little gem, also OF
tho capotc form, has the crown OF plum
tinted silk. Inside of these r1lchcs is 4 rather
full rut1lc Of handsome Alalincs lace. 4
fayoritc hat with young ladies is the 'toquc"
1t is charming little affair, and vel de-
ones designed ior spring wear are Of white ami
black straw. These, simply trimmed with 4
cluster OF black and white feathers, little jet,
and perhaps bow or loop OF Grape, arc fire.
:apotes are also much admired. 4 very pleas
ng ono has the crown OF soft, lustreless black
silk, the brim formed Of white marabout tips.
another, more decided mourning, has the Grape
.rown banded by leaves and berries Of jet. 4
oarbe of soft black Illusion Is knottcd under the
hin. Besides these capotes, there is almost in
variably ruchc of soft tule or crepe l5se.
Among neck wear are some beautiful novelties.
One OF these is long scarf of finest Brussels
net. This is richly embroidered in
,wo stripes. One consists Of heavy
:ascd work done In fine silk floss, all white; the
:cmaintng half or other stripe is Of rich orange,
,alc rose. or delicate blue. They are about two
iards in length and from eight to twelve inches
vide.
There are now in process Of construction some
extremely beautiful toilettcs for post-Easter |
estivities Being privileged as your correspond