The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1898-06-11
NEW YORK FASHIONS.
Wedding Gowns aterials-Styles
in Making-Bridal Sets-Com-
mencement Dresses
cling Dresses-AnSwers.
Regular Correspondence of the Advocated
Np,y VoPK ,June q. 1898.

New YORK. June 8, 1898.
For wedding gowns, satin is almost the
exclusive choice, and for trimming, the
selection lies between fine lace or chiffon,
the latter being preferred in case of quite
Youthful brides, and the two are not I'M
frequently combined with very pleasing
effect Necks are high, as a rule, though
some few brides have worn low necks, but
such STYLE is not considered good form.
Sleeves. of course, are long, and the great
nartiality for lace sleeves induces their use,
but some light foundation is placed below.
Mousouetaire or tucked satin sleeves are
seen and elsewhere tucks are much em-
ployed because so fashionable in other
dresses
CORSAGES
are sometimes made tight, but an appear
ance of fullness is given by garniture, nor
would full blouse be thought appropriate,
so that in general, medium outlines are
preferable. Trains, either round or square,
are of all lengths, from such as merely
suggest the appendage, to an extreme ex-
ample that rested on the floor, a distance
of four wards. The veil is Of tulle or lace,
oftener, by far, the former, and in such
cases is worn over the face until after the
ceremony. Orange blossoms are most
used. but lilies of the valley are in consid-
cradle favor.
BRIDAL SETS
begin at S12 for the three pieces and run
ND to almost fabulous prices, but IN gen
eral, the leading shops do not exceed 500
per set. Ribbon and lace are the TRIM
mines employed, and nainsook is the ma
terial, though in sets, higher priced than
those quoted, it is replaced by linen lawn,
and expense increases according to the
quality of lace and the addition Of en-
breidery, which, when done by hand, be-
comes very costly. Some gowns have very
large collars, all have falls of lace over the
shoulders and occasionally a jacket front
appears. TO meet the tastes of refined
customers. moreover, these dainty gar
ments, before being sent home, are deli
cately perfumed, and for such purpose
nothing is found so choice as Murray and
Lanman's Florida water Every bride of
position or well informed traveller has also
in her outfit a supply of this well known
toilet water, since, after exposure III the
sun OF during the fatigues Of journey, Its
refreshing qualities are beyond compare.
For
COMMENCEMENT GOWNS
there is a race for organdie, though mi
nority of dresses are of taffeta silk. Nalen-
ciennes lace is extremely fashionable as fin
ish to organdie, and chiffon is used on taffeta
dresses or may appear in combination with
lace. Sashes are Of silk trimmed with
chiffon, or if ribbon is used, the ends are
trimmed. White is seen almost eXclu-
siyely. some modistes declaring absolutely
against colors, but now and then pink or
blue dress is noticeable, OF colored ribbons
NAV declare the wearer indepedendence.
Gloves are white and short, because OF
LONG sleeves, and shoes are usually white
also. although black patent leather is quite
admissible Some
TRAVELLING DRESSES,
IN view OF summer meats, are vi HlOldll.
but the greater number are Of serge, covert
cloth or mixed wool, with jacket, that
worn over blouse waist, may be discarded
upon occasion. Wealthy travellers are apt
to choose fine, plain cloth, which certainly
is stylish, and has an elegance all its OWL
and with white linen collar and tie to
match, speaks disdain for laundry bills,
dust or mud But the majority must do
battle with an actual world and prefer
something that shall withstand injury.
IT. T." Pretty shade hats for piazza
wear are wholly of white, pink or blue
mousseline, shirred, and without Il COM
pletion of flowers, but stylish ones have
rather high crowns of colored straw with
plated mousseline brims Fine Leghorn
straws are trimmed by rich assemblages of
flowers or light material swathings.
'Dorothy,' Broad styles in dressing
the hair are in as much vogue as ever and
when the roll is not worn the hair is still
pulled or waved at the sides.
Lucy CARTER.