Arizona republican., 1898-05-22
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 Just at this time of the year th' most important subject under discus sion is the graduating gown of th' sweet girl graduate. Of course it re ouires good deal of consld eration on the part of the girl to choose some gown not only suitabl; for commencement but one that vii do duty for festive occasions after ward. AS a rule most girls of class dress alike and endeavor to choose some style and material within the means of all.
 AS commencement is almost always in summer it is not wise to select LOO heavy a material. Cloth and even cashmere is quite too warm, and It IS necessary not only to have something that looks cool, but is cool There are this season many varieties of thin woolen goods that are very inexpensive as well as pretty and effective. The crepons are seen again and there are some varieties or cotton crepe that are cheap but very pretty and stylish. The last have the advantage as they will wash. Of course there are any number of white silks but silks this year are more ex- Densive than last and yard of good silk costs from 75 cents upward, and then it is so narrow that it takes al most twice as much as that Of last year. Then the skirts are longer this season and as long skirt is far more graceful than a short one it is best to trim it with material that will wash or can be easily cleaned. The skirt should be made separate from the lin- ing. The five gore style is a pretty one or the circular pattern is good, The apron front with deep fiounces is especially pretty, particularly if the founces are covered with little mar TOW ruffies of the same material edged with tiny lace or baby ribbon put on full.
 The very prettiest way to make the waist is to have it quite simple, shirred on the shoulders and in front quite full. This also should have in sertion in front, but the back is made with very little fulness, and that drawn in under the belt. It is hardly worth while to put insertion in the back, as it will add greatly to the expense and is often not becoming. Epaulets over the sleeves trimmed with lace give the waist an airy appearance The sleeves themselves are prettiest when shirred the entire length, and finished with a lace ruffie around the hand
 Then a pretty taffeta sash, two fn- gers in width, tied with small bow and long ends, and stock collar of the same ribbon, the bow tied in front sailor fashion, or else in the ever girl ish fashion, a butterfly bow at the back, finishes off this most charming costume for the girl graduate. This style is equally pretty in dotted Swiss or lawn. Lace is prettier, too, than embroidery for trimming There are so many pretty cheap faces but beware of the coarse thread lace which will give a cheap appearance to the entire costume. Light slippers are generally preferred, and a pretty white fan, with long or short gloves as the costume requires and the toilette is quite complete. The prettiest orna- ments for young girls are flowers, any quantity of which can be obtained at this season of the year
 Among the new fashions for this summer are flounced skirts with three f1ounces, one overlapping the other, and extending from the belt to the hem. This style is very effective if the skirt is made narrow and the width given by the flounces. Not every girl can wear a f1ounced skirt. It takes off SO much from the height When it can be worn it is very be coming.
 Mrs. Clay Leonard entertained few friends Tuesday afternoon at her resi- dence on Center street The after noon was spent in conversation. Fruit punch was served and later in the day refreshments of chicken salad, sand wiches, olives, ice cream and cake. Those present were Mrs. Kibbey. Mrs. Pinney, Mrs. Ho1brook, Mrs Poyen, Mrs. Ernest Ford, Mrs. George Cook, and Mrs. M. H. Williams.
 
 The prettiest affair of the week was the afternoon" given Wednesday by Mrs J. w. Evans in her elegant rooms at the Adams. The decorations were all in green and pink and very charm ingly arranged. Four rooms were thrown open, which, with the veranda, were decorated profusely with pink roses, carnations and sweet peas On the veranda a couch was placed with a quantity of sofa pillows, and a few tables and chairs were there, where the refreshments were served. Progress sive hearts was played. Mrs. R. E Wells of Prescott winning the first prize, an elegant pink silk and lacs pincushion, and Mrs. L. H. Chalmers a dainty pink shoulder shawl of tht most exquisite pattern. The score cards were pink silk bags with count CTS of tin. The idea was very unique Music was furnished by large music D1lrin hn do1ini011,