St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1894-09-23

1t is made to fit eXauisitely. A dress
that sets badly Is never a service-
able gown. because the wearer
falls Out with it on the first
wearing, and tires of it long be-
fore it is ready to be remodeled. 1t is
always economy 10 get the best in such
materials as serge AMI covert cloths,
because then one will feel impeiled to
take them to a reputable cutter and
litter. and the satisfaction that Il good
mt ~engenders endears a gown to one so
mat at least one making over is
assured. WhipcoIds are shown in
solid colors and melange effects. They
DO not differ mater ally from those worn
last season, and every uni who has
ever worn a whipcord tailor- made
gown knows them to be serviceable.
Among the cheaper woods, all the last
falPs weaves are duplicated, the only
difference being that there are a few
new shades among the browns. greens
and blues.
Some FavOrite Dress Materials.
Silk will be a prime favorite through
the fall anyhow, and probably on
through the winter for ceremoniouS &C.
casiOns. All the corded silks are again
In evidence. Gros grain has been quite
restored TO favor after a long retire
ment. An oddity that | saw in a shop
where some new cases we're just being
opened is silk woven in blocks about
two inches square; one block is plain
black eros grain, and the other is satin
with a brocaded flower in it. The
effect is bold in the extreme.
1t may do to combine with
other Iabrics-namely, plain woods. but
for a whole gown-well, I'd like to see
the woman who could wear it and not
look brazen i'll it. Satin striped gros
grains are a pretty novelty. One in
inch-wide stripe of pink gros grain,
with inch-wide stripes of black satin.
was simply exquisite. 1t wa a thick as
q board and as lustrous as could be.
Fabrics like that need no garniture.
Brocaded taffetas are shown, and in
combination with some other material
will make handsome gowns. By them
selves they are rather light for fall
wear. Bengalines are as popular as
ever. II SO are the satin duchesse, peau
de sole and plain satin. Plain satin is
more particularly for elderly people.
MORE Is no longer prlZed for gowns.
The denominations in the cheap moires
that were thrown on the market drove
the real fabric from the field as IA dress
fabric. 1t is used in fashioning long
fitted coats. and if of the sterling quality
makes an elegant garment. 1t will be
used for sleeves and lapels. but not for
gowns. at least not us largely as it was
last inter.
1t is rather early yet to talk of evening
gowns. but list seasons supply is
crushed and almost passe, and it is
getting late for thin muslin ones. yet
there are many little affairs being given
to which one would like to wear a new
gown If 1t did not cost too much. Here
is a pretty one that almost any ore
could make in a few hours. For tie
Slip or under body II skirt take one If
last seasons gowns, some light or bright
color if you have it. If no color is
available take One of your old white
ones. Rip ali the trimming off the bod
ice aud the tail of the skirt and make
it walking length. If the slip is white
put a facing of cream point de NeniSa
around the bottom and turn up on the
outside. Or sou can put one, wv or
three ruffles ON il of the lace or of the
silk Just as Gems to come handIeSt.
For the overSkirt and waist covering
get some delicate shade of chiffon
pale green over white was the one |
saw-and it was lovely. Make a long
full skirt of the chiffon. rounding it up
Il little shorter at the sides, and fms hing
with a full rutt1e OF the same. or if you
happen to have a lot of lace
that will do it will be
a charming addition to use tina
Cover the bodice with folds of the chit
foD or putfs, and put all the res. OF the
chiffon into the puifs on the sleeves.
Gather some lace arOunG the low neck
so that it will fall over tne front and
tani out over the shoulder in epaulette
Fashion. Right in the Center of the