The Evening statesman. [volume] (Walla Walla, Wash.) 1903-1910, 1908-08-20

the outdoor life and she of the indoor
butterfly existence
Serges, cheviots and homespuns are
the old standbys for the more practi-
cal costumes. and later in the season
the heavier suitings in shepherd
plaids or checks or even stripes will
be in favor. For those who dislike
heavy weight cloths, there are the
imitation cotton goods, which resemble
the wool variety to an amazing de-
gree. Again the mohairs and panamas
are chosen and even the heavier lin
ems, but of all goods the serges are
found to be the most serviceable and
keep in better STYLE For little jaunts,
such as yachting, steamboat rides,
trolley excursions, or where there Is
little wear and tear and the day is
fair, such materials as voiles, pongees,
rajahs, linen, etc., are offered for one
consideration. while for golf, mountain
climbing and tramping, cheviot is a
good choice.
For those who can stand it the
Norfolk suit is much liked for style
of cut and for walking or driving
looks we'll; for the boating or seaside
sports in general nothing seems so APP
prorriate as the sailor costume; and
for all occasions the shirt waist suit
having an extra jacket is a handy ac-
cessory to ones wardrobe. A shoot
ing costume" composed of PLAIN
gored skirt of circular cut and a
loose straight jacket is also liked by
many women and when made of home
spun leather trimmed, it is suitable
for any weather.
AS serge is the first choice word
may be said of their new character
istics Instead of the very heavy wiry
goods of some years past the makers
have now given us fabric that is soft
and plable. with not so heavy pull
on the hips and shoulders. Many of
them have invisible herringbone
stripes. Others with fine twill show
a very lustrous surface.
For golf white serge either self
trimmed or with some touch of color
in the tie. or collar and cuffs and belt
is a favorite. or it may have bands
piped in color
For games where great use of arms
is required. looseness of fit must be
sought for; and the full plated skirt
that hangs straight keeps it's fit and
flare. is short enough for swift action
but not obtrusive. and is best liked
with a full blouse bodice having sailor
or Dutch collar and seven eighths
sleeve.
Some slight difference must be kept
in mind for the different games on
account of the various modes of move
ment. The tennis skirt must not cling
and is short. the golf skirt may be
longer and circular in cut. For both
games linen is much favored this
season. For mountain tramping the
skirt should be quite short and OF
strong material and made very plain
ly. All belts are narrow and we'll
stitched and firm. Never wear fancy
belt with a sporting costume.
For the girl who goes automobiling
there must be a long coat of dust
and light weight wooden fabrics. For
rainy weather silk rubber or craven
the silk rubber has the advantage of
cite coats are in order. While warmer
being serviceable far into the fall.
OF course the girl who goes in for
athletics will have a Norfolk sweater
or one in Eaton style belted in at the
waist. New STYLES in sweaters are not
much in evidence this season. and one
is quite safe in buying after these pat
terms.
With all costumes of the athletic
order. the white linen or madras wash
waist may be worn, but it is impera
tive that they be Strictly tailored and
of mannish fashion. Even with the full
serge suits plain linen collars and cuffs
are best liked and many waists have
low cut necks inside of which is worn
white dickey.
The sailor hat of medium size the
Alpine. the continental or English
walking hat are liked for sports and
one. tennis cap, lately seen, was OF
a pOstboy shape with a vizer front to
protect the eyes from the suns direct
rays
For the more sedate game of cro-
quette jumper dresses are worn, which
may be longer and more dressy in
make.
Some new skirts in linen that are