The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1900-06-16
NEW YORK FASHIONS.
Wedding Gowns Accessories-G Grad
uating Dresses Travelling
Answers.

From Our Regular Correspondent.
June 13, 1900
June brides, even among the wealthy
classes, often choose thin fabrics for we'd
ding gowns, to the disadvantage of satin
that no longer reigns supreme. Crepe de
chine is very fashionable and mousseline,
chiffon, fine net or lace are likewise in favor.
Satin, in the earlier part of the season,
however, was the first choice, and at pres
ent, also, is frequent selection. Re
movable yokes, that are SO greatly in vogue
elsewhere in dress, are seen on bridal gowns
at times, and i'll spectral fashion, the
ubiquitous Eton or Bolero jacket may pre-
sent themselves, but are exceptional
Trains are sometimes extremely long, al
though no rule other than the wearers
preference obtains, and the obligatory ap-
peudage is well within bounds, Round
square shapes are preferred and so called
because the rounding Is comparatively
slight
are chiefly of tulle, but as recent intro
duction may be noted 4 fine lace veil with
border and delicate floral pattern within
the same. An heirloom veil ranks highest,
of course but cannot be reckoned exactly
fashionable because impossible to many
brides. Orange buds and blossoms remain
standard, but this year white jessamines
are stylish and lilies of the valley have
some share in favor.
GRADUATING DRESSES
are usually in such materials as are worn
during afternoons or st semi dress evening
entertainments. those most ornate and eX
pensiye being thought inappropriate for a
presumably serious student. Crepe de
chine is seen occasionally, but is thought to
be rather handsome, and preference is
given to point d esprit, plain net or nets
showing inconspicuous designs, and not of
costly or snowy character. Gokes are
very frequent, because, when removable,
the dress can be utilized for parties, and a
quaint effect is given By finishing of
grandmother sleeves so called because
revival of an old fashion when most
grandmothers of the present day were
young The sleeve proper ends at the ell
bow and is , prelude to a quaint puff in
thin fabric that reaches to the wrist, 1t
differs from the dress material, so as to
stand out plainly as itself.
TRAVELLING DRESSES.
Mohair. because shedding dust, is in
much favor. and nice outfits show an Eton
/ Jacket opening over a shirt waist, and the
U
former. when slipped oil, leaves cool gar
ment about the body, with a practical skirt
/ that NAV do combat with dust or mud.
/ Black tatIeta silk skirts and jackets with
waist to match, or, preferably, a wash silk
/ shirt waist. rank highest, but there is
large assortment of independent skirts, or
skirts and jackets in serge, whipcord, mixed
cloth and the like. Every convenience
aud even the dainty accessories of the toilet
that are SO much priced by women may be
had at hand during Journeys, and in reply
to inquiry, it can be added that fashionable
women. because it is the fashion, and ladies
IF refinement, because Of their good taste,
make constant use during the summer of
Murray 4 Ianmans S Florida Water that
sweet Old fayorite which continues to i'm
part its oSa peenliar retreshment to the
society belle in her boudoir, or to the tired
wayfarer or exeursionist by car or boat.
Ladies who golf or ride a wheel find it in
dispensable II Is SO cooling and bracing.
Margaret Neapolitan straw is quite
fashionable for piazza hats, and Leghorn is
also stylish as ever. Simpler shade hats
are of shirred mousseline in pink, blue,
white or sometimes red, and it can be added
that all red hats are not uncommon in straw
aud its trimmings
Carmen Short jackets are so very
fashionable, whether Etons or close, that
capes, other than dressy evening ones, are
rather exceptional, but you can for day
wear utilize last years cape, though it
will not be high style.
Lucy CARTER.