Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1912-12-08
Variety and Perfection
in Footwear

~HE shoe or slipper OF today boasts
of a wide variety in material and
Il a perfection in fit that should re-
dound to the modistic credit OF both
maker and wearer. At least over here
In America, noted for its elegance in
footwear. no woman should be unat-
tractively shod. The opportunities are
too many. the results too easily OBJ
tanned. for the very important part OF
costume to be neglected.
Much attention is being paid to one
color scheme, which brings the tone OF
a costume down to the ground by means
of the shoes Fabrics such as ottoman
silk. velvet, satin. silk poplin and bro
cade are much favored for evening wear.
There is a decided emphasis laid on
black and white combinations. ana
leather is allied with durable cloth on
many of the walking shoes.
The French heel that is reminiscent
OF King Louisiana suggestive OF many
an ACCIDENTS not so popular. Rather
the high military heel with a comfort
able base than the dangerous old-time
type for walking. says our sensible
woman.
For evening the buckle or disk glis-
tening with stones or colored ename!
the rhinestone clasps are quite expen-
sive; Others are lovely and cost little.
They are detachable and lend a FASH
iona BILE distinction to the footwear
There Is pair of black satin pumps
that are decorated with rhinestone
butterflies. These have the advantage
of being elegantly simple. and suita Bile
for any color Of the evening gown
For the pink costume dainty pair
Of pink velvet slippers is suggested.
They are OF exquisite quality, extremely
comfortable and are finished with disks
OF SILVER. fastened On with patent clasps.
1t is not surprising to find that beads
are prominent as decoration on slippers.
They are used in solid. design on
Jet elistens as brightly as colored beads.
ANY color scheme on any material can
be procured.
ing slippers. If you must go forth in
the cold or the storm. there are high
tan storm boots that are warm. water
proof and neat A sensible heel and
comfortable toe speak much for easy
wear. The quality Of the leather Will
see that they last season.
For the dressy afternoon suit there
are walking shoes OF black suede. Large
black buttons are used, and the sole IL
conveniently thick for cold weather and
for comfortable steps. Gunmetal calf
Will OhIOfu quay NiOth lOlS - auOLu6T
fav6rite.
be in fashion. 1t Is shown for afternoon
in the house In many forms. The bow
Of gros-grain ribbon is practical for It
can be replaced with fresh ribbon. thus
keeping the shoe perennlally fresh. The
heels are high and the toes comfortably
pointed
held under silver clasps. showing how
the idea OF the ornamental buckle has
invaded the simpler form OF footwear.
one can surely choose from these
newest forms that are offered In the
shoe shops. And just to prove that good
advice. Is always timely. listen to the
words OF a poet who lived two centuries
ago. Tie SAYS:
Let frm. welI-hammerd soles protect thy
rhro freezing SHOWS. and rain. and soak
Should the big last extend the sole too
Each stone will wrench tn unwary step
The sudden turn may stretch tho swelling
Thy cracking joint unhinse. or ankle
sprain;
And when too short the modish shoes are
You'll Judge the seasons BY the shooting
corn.