Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1898-06-16
NEW YORK FASHIONS.


Satin continues to be the leadin
material for bridal gowns and although
brocade or taffeta silk have been chos
en-, such selections are certainly lack
ing in high style Both liberty ant
law prevail in regard to corsages ant
while in minor details, individua
peculiarities or fancies are largely con
sulted, yet in general outline, atten
tion is paid to that which prevails il
dresses of more ordinary character. 4
few waists depart from what is usual
In being made tight, but an appearancs
OF fullness is given by the mode o
placing garniture and soft belts slight
ly pointed may be classed as the regu
lation finish. Necks as a rule, are
high, but the great popularity OF
Quampes has influence and they are
seen at times or again the front only
may be cut low with soft filling. DC.
casionally too. the whole may be low,
but by fastidious people, this is consid-
cred bad form. Sleeves are long and
preferably Of lace with light lining of
mousseline or net. Sleeves of the ma
terial tucked or trimmed in harmony
with the dress, are however noticeable.
In the wav of
GARNITURE,
lace or chiffon or both are used, but
lace if employed, must be Of finest
tquality and provided this be found too
expensive, chiffon is in every way ac-
ceptable and even preferred in case of
quite youthful brides. Combinations
of lace and chiffon are often extremely
pretty and as an example of elabora-
ton, mention may be made of an out
lit where the chiffon ruffling for we'd
| ding dress, employed the time of
skilled workwoman for two weeks.
Trains are either round or square and
OF such varied lengths that no rule can
be given, the longest on record at pres
ent however, having rested on the floor
for distance Of four yards. Some
trains on the contrary, are hardly more
than suggestions of what might be, a
great deal depending on personal fancy
and more on the stature of the bride
and general surroundings. The veil
is of tulle or lace, the former arranged
| over the face until after the ceremony
and orange blossoms are by far most
frequently employed, lilies OF the val
ley being second in favor
BRIDAL SETS
are shown at prices running from S12 to
$55, at leading shops, although one ex-
travagant establishment has on hand
styles at much higher figures. All are
richly trimmed with ribbon and lace that
is combined with tucks of various
widths and nainsook is the usual mate
rial, but in the more expensive garments
is replaced by linen lawn, while imitation
Valenciennes gives way to the real and
fine machine or hand embroidery appears,
the last named of course being expensive.
Elegant sets shJw fine Valenciennes lace
inserted in applique style. Cluny lace is
used to some extent and Italian Val as
well, but neither compare in favor with |
Valenciennes. To meet the taste of re.
fined customs, these dainty garments
before being sent home, are delicately |
perfumed and for such purpose, nothing
is found so choice as Murray and Ian
man. s Florida water. Every bride of |
position or well informed traveller has
also in her outfit supply of this well |
known toilet water. since after exposure
in the sun or during the tatigues of
journey, it's refreshing qualities are be-
yond compare. For
COMMENCEMENT DRESSES
there is veritable rage for organdie.
Gown after gown of this material is
forwarded in advance from the larger
establishments and dressmakers at home
or by the day, follow such example.
Made over silk, these costumes are really
charming. Almost without exception,
commencement dresses are white, but
now and then young lady chooses col
ors, perhaps to show spirit of indepen-
dence. Long sleeves and high necks are
of course obligatory but lace sleeves are
so popular that they are sometimes chos-
en-. Mousquelaire outlines are especially
appropriate for thin materials and many
sleeves are finished by tucks or ruffles to
match garniture seen elsewhere. Val
enciennes lace is used to an extraordinary
extent, nor can an assemblage of young
girls be imagined without the inevitable
each ThiC foff 70 - 81 |
ly used and generally the ends are trim
med, but where the sash is of material,
it is trimmed all around either with lace
or chiffon, but preferably the former.
Shoes and gloves are oft'nst white and
canvas is now so daintily finished that it
is really handsome and is comparatively
economical, since by special prepara-
tion, shoes made of it can be kept per-
fectly fresh. Black patent leather shoes
are also won. For
TRAVELLING,
a tailor made dress with short Jacket
worn over shirt waist, is the regula-
tion style and with reason, since moth
ing else withstands SO we'll, the varied
experiences of trips by land or water.
Serge is an admirable material, its
powers Of endurance being almost
marvellous, but in the way of change, B.;
covert cloth comes in for stare OF
favor, mixed cloths are likewise excel
lent and by travellers whosprefer high
style to positive utility, fine grade
plain cloth is frequent selection,
while ladies who look forward appre
hensively to summer heats, may pre- !
fer mohair that without doubt consti-
tutes an admirable travelling dress. }
While on the subject Of tailor gowns. S
it can be added that military finish t
Of gilt braid placed in imitation of Of 1
ficers' uniforms. is an idea In keeping I
with the present warlike spirit and :
now and then. a daring dress shows ,
the three national colors in combina- q