The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1900-12-08
New York Fashions.
From Our Regular Correspondent.

December 5, 1900.
The Burmese finish in gold is now very
fashionable, showing a deep, almost brownisb
yellow. Brooches or pins. worked in the
favorite tints, therefore lead, except when the
| limit of precious gems is reached. and here,
as formerly, amethysis, set in pearls. are in
great favor. Turquoises likewise continue to
be stylish, and when with the matrix, as is
often the case, may be used in pronounced
sizes, preferably for belt clasps, or, in quite
expensive belts. are set at intervals, with the
finish of large central clasp. Enameled
brooches in flower designs are too beautiful to
be reinquished, and in pins, enameled insects
are delightful choice. limitations of late
seem Invested in great measure of the con-
tempt formerly cast upon them, If we may
Judge from their free presentation by leading
stores which cater to high class purchasers.
Here
BROOCHES,
in gold or enamel are so pretty as TO deceive
all but experts, and begin for less than dol
lar; pins are in endless variety, and the intro
dnction of gun metal affords genteel chain
for dollar French gilt chains are shown
and white metal comes as Il substitute for sill
yer. Imitation turquoises, which are in great
favor, both for brooches and belt clasps, are
placed at intervals on chains with dressy re-
suit, and other precious stones and pearls as
we'll are adroit manifestations of nineteenth
century skill Chains of such pearls come in
long strands, and collars are equally attractive.
Belt clasps are extremely ornate. and in large
size and gi,tering in irridescent colors are
worn by exclusive people. One would make
Il NICE
CHRISTMAS PRESENT,
and, in view of gift-making time, these and
n oil a coll
for people of moderate means. Toilet articles
are in glass, mounted in sterling silver, and
shown by department stores at very reasonable
figures. Little salve boxes begin at less than
a dollar, and increase in price according to
size until powder boxes are reached; toilet
bottles sometimes now come in colored glass
and are purchased singly or perhaps in pair,
one white, the other in colors, since regularity
on the bureau top is rather out OF order. In
any case an addition of choice perfumery gives
a finish, and for such purpose we must not
overlook that sweetest and most popular oil
perfumes, Murray and l.annan's Florida Wa
Ter. Indeed ladies could find no more ac-
ceplable gift for husband, brother or beau;
gentlemen so enjoy its use after shaving.
For dolls mothers can accomplish much by
purchasing Minerva doll heads, which com
bine the beauty of bisque with the durability
of metal. Minervas are far superior to other
so called indestructible heads and can be safely
given to any child, as the metal is covered by
a pure wholesome paint. manufactured espe-
cially for the purpose. 1t contains no injuri-
Gus Ingredients, being applied by an elaborate
process, so that it will not chip off like ordi
nary enamel These heads can be easily AT
tached with few stitches through the sewing
holes TO old or new bodies, and come in so
many sizes that fit is always possible. Cal
emdars are in extreme favor and run from %
cents to So; quite a pretty one is obtainable
for rs cents. Their utility has brought them
into much greater favor than Christmas cards,
which, though attractive, were not practical.
Photograph frames in red morocco are in
very great demand and lead in this depart
ment, but dark morocco, illuminated, has a
showing, aud there are numerous displays OF
photograph frames in gilt. Sterling silver
button hooks, shoe horns, indeed every toilet
AMI desk article come either in silver or are
silver mounted, and in this list brushes, wheth-
er for the hair or otherwise, are very noticea-
Bile. Soap racks are seen, and double racks,
one for sponge and a smaller one above for
soap. Such articles are most desirable, be-
cause lasting an indefinite time, perpetual re-
minders and far. preferable to china that may
be broken.
Eleanor '-Evening hats are in iulle, fin
ished by gilt usually set in rows. floweror
two may be added, and on this subject it is
well to note the sudden rise OF dahlias into
favor. They are placed in elegant groupings
and contrasting colors. Lucy CARTER.