Burlington weekly free press. [volume] (Burlington, Vt.) 1866-1928, 1907-12-05

decorated by an inset of velvet in
man-stNIe' buttons Of black velvet and
button holes finished tho closing. and
pocket in the left over tho breast
| gave a natty finish. With tbis was
worn plated skirt of the five inch
from the ground variety. with = n1sin
front gore from under which extended
three bands OF the braid wider brt of
the same KIND ms that on the coat
Some shorter cut-away coats arc
being worn by women who cannot
wear longer coat. Thirty inches ie
the EXTREMIST length. single dart seams
extend to the shoulders. the sleeves
are long some what fun and tucked
into deep cuff Hip pockets are used.
For III" well built figure there is
the return Of the tight fitting military
coat. TheN arc all In the back usually
with curved under arm seams and
front darts 10 give the necessary snug
ness and style. and the high military
collar and long coat coat sleeves are
trimmed with braid straps and the
single breasted front are treated In
tho same way. A coat Of this stvle
made In black diagonal cloth dccora-
ted with hercules braid and small
cloth buttons would mako nattv ey-
ira coat for wear with separate skirts
or it may be part OF fun costume
for which venetian clothing green was
used with trimmings in black silk
radium braid. A very severe rather
small hat should be worn with this
costume.
But many women can afford hut ono
or two coats, and in such case. the
smart cut-awav is preferable for
dressy wear and may he made beCom-
Ing by giving consideration to its
length and style of decoration. the
second coat is n redingote heavier in
weight than tho first coat named. very
plain and of serviceabe material. for
such a garment will be needed for
tho colder or more disagreeable
weather.
For dressy wear the three piece
costumes are much in demand 4 novel
idea was shown in one of these suits
by introducing a cape in place of a
Jacket. This cape hardly reaches the
waist line and is made with a fitted
back; the sleeves are made in one with
the body. Velvet bands an inch wide
decorate the edges and turned over
collar. The invsable closing Is made
with hooks and eyes. The skirt and
over waist are trimmed also with vol
vet bands, and the under blouse is of
fancy silk. A pretty costume of this
description could be developed from
chiffon broadcloth in one of the new
purple shades and black velvet
1t is to be noted that the bust in |
waists is higher and decidedly rounder
than 1t has been and curves downward !
into belt at the normal position. !
There is n tapering under arm seam |
and the shoulder lies further back |
than formerly.
Many bolero jackets are seen especi- |
ally those OF lace. OF which fiet IS
the favorite and Is often embroidered |
in Syrian designs in soft colors or in |
gold and silver thread. A plain gown |
can be made a very dressy affair by |
the addition OF such a little garment |
Waists intended for dress and semi |
occasions show soft drapery. All folds
follow the natural curves Of the figure |
All scarf or surplice effects are gen
eraI.' becoming, and for this reason re-
main with us In some form always.
All the new sleeves are designed |
from elaborate models. which may be |
long or short according to the occa-
sion OF wearing them.
Cotton velvet Is being much worn |
and is especially attractive IN some of |
the new tailored blouse waists
Some Of the handsome dinner or re-
ccption gowns are being decorated |,
with fringes.
Shaped collars are to be worn and |
are much higher In the back,
Some beautiful buckles are worn |
with the new crushed girdlcs. and |
these formed from old caroes are the |
handsomest OF all.