The Abbeville press and banner. [volume] (Abbeville, S.C.) 1869-1924, 1894-07-04

,as child thirty years ago. While within tha
reach Of all, these musHns are most becom-
ing. They show punches Of flowers such az
can be found in our old fashioned gardens
In making either muslin or 8 null, 1T
should be borne in mind that the gown VIII
look very much prettier II made over sill,
and as the material itself Is not EXPENSIVE
one feels that, for the sake Of good effect,
little bit more money can be put in the lining.
Extravaganza In ribbon and laces for the
summer evening gowns is really not money
thrown away, for the trimmings are always
useful, and it is these things that give q
nice effect to very inexpensive costume
USEFUL AND PRETTY.-A stylish and be-
coming garment, combining the ease Of the
jacket with the dignity of the coat, is what
Is now known as the "Lennox" coat. It II
closely reyered, and completed by q awaistcost
and chemisette, that combines well with any
make of overskirt. Tan colored cloth Il
the most popular, with revers OF brown
moire, and waistcoat Of changeable moire, TN
blue or brown. have recently seen some
very attractive suits Of black serge with
waistcoats Of white cloth moire. The hand
some waistcoat cloths which formerly could
be had only of the importers, are now to be
found on sale in all the city stores, and In
deed in most Of the country shops. They ara
strong, heavy fabrics. mostly silk and wool,
in brocades, checks and pin head dots. Any
other desirable color may be found.
A BECOMING WRAP.-There is no article Of
dress that is at once 60 convenient and be-
eomingas the shoulder cape, and being dis
tinctly useful, they are sure to retain
their popularity after more eccentric articles
have passed out of use. The fayorite models
for these capes are short very full, and the
shoulder trimmings are considerably modi-
fed from those Of last season. Almost any
material can be used, but black silks, satin
and moire will be found most serviceabls
and dressy with any kind Of gown. The
revers and the collars are made Of white
satin, overIaid with bourbon lace that Is very
becoming; a triple plated ruche OF laca
makes becoming trimming for the neck
and bow of white moire ribbon fastens the
wrap, the long ends being tucked underneath
the cape, giving dchu effect. -:
% -r. -.s>- &
TEIY SEAsoyAsLE.-Comfor should be at
all times the first consideration In dress,
particularly in the summer season, when
every ounce Of unnecessary weight becomes
oppressive. In this connection, the neslisee
blouse is indispensable for morning wear,
and it is most essential adjunct to travel
ing or outing gowns. The choice fabric
used is very wide and comes in cottons-
The coors and patterns Of lawns, cambtics
and ginghams were never more attractive
than now. but those who care for heavier
material will find cheviots and galateas ex-
celent for their purpose. In laundering
blouses Of the first mentioned materials it is
q matter Of taste whether the collars, cuts
and plate in front are starched or soft
finished, but II starched it should be borne in
mind that they are never polished. One Of
the very best materials for laundry purposes,
with the advantage Of being always cool, neat
end becoming in hot weather, is pongee silk
y Light colors or narrow stripes.