The Democratic advocate. [volume] (Westminster, Md.) 1865-1972, 1903-08-08
Fashions at Saratoga and Newport
Correspondence of the Democratic Advocated
SARAToGA. Y. Y. August 6, 1908

Correspondence of the Democratic Advocated
SARATOGA, n. Y, August 6, 1908.
Afternoon gowns at both these noted re-
sorts are often quite as dressy as those seen IN
the evening. the chief difference being that in
case of the latter, neck and arms may be
wholly bare (Save long gloves while in the
former, covering which exhibits rather Than
coucealS, may fall in with the order OF the
day. Chiffon is in extreme favor tor both day
and evening, the more so, because lending IT.
self readily to combinations of any character
or for any age, while in It's own lovely SIM
phcitv. it may form ideal gowns in white or
colors for young girls. Such was one chosen
at Newport, by a brunette guest Of the Van
derbilt family, on the occasion of a lawn par
tv the yoke, collar ani cuffs of white ace
the gown in pink. laid in accordion pats
throughout and the hat of white lace with
garland of pink roses. At dance in the
evening the same young lady wore dress of
fine white net finished with lace. Her friend,
Miss Vanderbilt appeared in gown OF nous
>eliue in exquisite floral pattern during the at
ternoon and for evening a blue chiffon trmm-
ed with lace; white roses. At Newport and
other seaside resorts, yachting gowns become
of much importance aud the haudsomest are
IN fine cloth, serge or mohair, white or IN
some one of those paste shades that are now
so fashionable and beautiful gown worn by
"a member of the Astor family was in pastel
blue cloth made with box plated skirt show
ing a band of white silk on the lower edge,
and an Eton Jacket of the material finished IN
white silk to match. Linen in homespun,
striped or solid colorS, is seen occasionally
even at Newport, and Is frequently noticeable
elsewhere. such outfits being Of course quite
appropriate for travelling and outing IN gen
crut.
What shal! be said Of clothing or rather M
clothing Of necks aud feet, bare arms or those
nearly SO thrown in? Shoes are OF course low
in order to exhibit open work or embroid-
cred hosiery aud the demand for white shoes
is immense. Favorite styles have three un-
usually large eyelet holes on either side and
this to oaccommodate an unusually wide RIB
bon tied IN large bow. Slippers for even
ing. sometimes have straps extending almost
down to the toe. the two upper ones button
ing over. Heels on dress shoes are painfully
( high. exceeding all former limitations and
contrasting sharply with those worn for out
door sports this however being IN keeping
With the two extremes which women affect;
laa one bold imitation of the masculine; the
other invested with every conceivable ieml-
nine adorumeut, But here Is a girl who, while
( fashionable. gives serious thought to health.
ella '-You do well to iced the warning
~ords Of your physician regarding unsafe per
fumes. the more so, As individuality m that
line stiIl continues fashionable. Every we'll
informed woman will Of course have her sum
tuer, supply OF Murray 4 lanman's Florida
Water Aud apart from is delightfully."- refresh
/ ing qualities after travelling, excursions or
( outdoor games. no one need appreheud any
( result other than beneficial from its use.
Mrs y Many of the pretliest hats seen
/ Al summer resorts are IN fine embroidered
/ ablir muslin finished with lace. and As your
[ complexion is fair, YOU can safely wear what
I would be loo trying for any one At all saliow.
! 'Iuexperisucs. A linen dress IN home
/ Spun pattern and made with long coat,
I Houla be an ideal choice for journey not too
[ long. These homespuH linens are dark aud
( do not show soil like the natural colorrd or
/ those IN solid shades.
/ Gun MeIal. A checked silk in gun
[ metal shades. is thoroughly up to date and
/ blue pipings would suit your complexion.
[ Yonr hal nigh. appropriately be IN rough
/ blue straw finished with blue silk aud daisies,
the las, named giving a lighting effect TO the
| sombre gown. LrCf CARTER