The Indiana State sentinel. [volume] (Indianapolis) 1868-1895, 1889-10-23
FOR STYLE AND COMFORT.
CHILLY DAYS SUGGEST HEAvYwRAPs.
Elegant Materials and Rich Trimmings
Are Utilized for the Purposs-Luxuri-
Things in Fur That Coax the
Eys and Purse.

the stamp OF fashions highest approval,
for garments are made in almost endless
variety to accommodate all figures, and
rival one another very closely in popular
favor. The ulster, that serviceable standby
Of every wardrobe, still holds its own, and
is lighter in weight than heretofore-In-
verness cloth tweeds, aud like fabrics
having supplanted weaves that were more
cumbersome without being warmer. In
accordance with their purpose, listers are
made quite plainly, and depend wholly
for their style upon perfect fit. Hoods
or small canes are run upon most listers,
and give jaunty appearance. as we'll as
additional warmth, about the chest and
shoulders.
Outside garments present at least three
distinct festures-wide cuffs, outer sleeves,
which frequently hang TO the bottom OF
the skirt, and elegant garniture. Cheviots,
brocades, velvets, plush, matelasse, fancy
cloths and plain are all used and in the
main show more color than for some years
past. In the way Of trimming, braid, Jet,
fringes, passementerie, feather bands, and
fur are all available, ana the only guide
one needs is the sense of appropriateness.
The long garments IN directoire
or notifications of directoire style
afford opportunity for greater ele-
gance than other models, and while,
perhaps, more expensive at the
outset, are a good investment for any
woman not we'll supplied with a variety
OF wraps and gowns. There is no wear
and tear equal 10 that of forcing a passage
through crowded streets and shops, riding
in street cars, or even in carriages, and a
wrap which envelops the figure is a great
saving in the long run, for though the ma
terial may be more costly than that of the
gown it IS usually more durable as we'll.
There is still another advantage. The
long coat makes possible the wearing out
of old gowns, and the wise woman who
provides herself with such a coat will
further prove her wisdom bv utilizing it
in that way, experience having taught
that a close-fitting wrap of any kind is
most destructive to delicate dress fabrics.
For those who have pretty street cos
tunes which it would be a pity to conceal
there is the English walking-coat, extend
ing midway to the knees and finished tall
orwise with silk bradings and small but
tons. On the right figure these coats are
extremely stylish, but they require abso-
lutely fair hight and slenderness, and the
woman who is inclined to embonpoint will
do well to let them alone.
Handsome wraps of dressy appearance
that are especially suitable for forenoon
visits or the theater are made quite short
in the back, with long tabs in 'front.' and
loose sleeves that permit them to be easily
slipped on and of. Circulars lined with
fur, plush, or satin are still found most
useful for the carriage or as light wraps to
be thrown over evening gowns A new
model hangs entirely from the back and is
fastened under a broad collar which
closes with q handsome clasp. This style
of circular is not only graceful but seems
peculiarly adapted to evening wear, in
that it leaves the arms free, and can be, il
desired, drawn forward to protect the
whole body. Opera cloaks promise to be
marvels of luxury. A novelty, and very
beautiful novelty at that, was shown re-
Gently at fur exhibit in an opera cloak of
mountain goat Its fleecy lightness,
warmth, and richness made il an ideal
garment of the kind and one that is not
likely to become common.
In fur there is as great latitude as in
cloth. The ever-popular sealskin will re-
tain its place, and capes of all kinds with
cuffs reaching TO the elbow will continue
in favor.
1t is limited that mufs this winter will
be very large, and the tendency has GER
tainly been for year or so TO increase
the size; but it is doubtful that they will
assume the enormous proportions sug-
gested, except possibly with few extrem-
lists.
The most striking feature of all wraps
this season, whether plain or otherwise,
seems to be their expensiveness. So much
stress is laid upon the cut and finish they
cannot be trusted in the making to any
but first-class establishments, and such,
of course, always command good prices.
Still, those with not too plethoric purses
NAV take comfort in the knowledge that
well-made garment will remain in style at
least two seasons, and, if a judicious Sc
lection of pattern is made, three or four,
with perhaps little alteration in trim
ming, so that in the long run the first out
Law is made good.