Evening journal., 1912-08-24

reason why we should not continue
TO make use of a really beautiful fash
ion while il lasts.
Lace collar and revers in one of
the many well-liked shapes of the
present time give distinction to this
costume, though II has other features
which bring II into the best class OF
fashionable dress. Notice the stylish
skirt quite accordion pleated in ef-
feet This kind of skirt, either
wholly pleated or in part, appears
in many Of the latest French models
Strange as IL may seem, neither The
real nor apparent width of the skirt
is appreciably increased, so skillfully
laid are the tiny shallow folds But
skirts built in this way have a grace
full swing quite unattainable by any
straight model, however. we'll cut
Drapery. too. adds its quota to the
smart ensemble of the gown we are
discussing. Painters modified to some
consideration for the natural lines of
the figure give a pleasing bouffant
effect. Blouse and pleated skirt are
developed in white charmeuse satin,
a fabric much in demand Just now
both for evening gowns and afternoon
frocks A quaint fashion dictated
the making of the overdress OF a
lowered satin. pale pink wild roses
on the same creamy white ground as
the rest of the dress. The overdress
may be omitted and a palmer costume,
moree suitable for an informal tea or
bridge party results from the same
model.
In the race with white charmeuse
satin. black charmeuse satin comes in
as a close second. Nothing Is better
than this material for the many needs
of a woman's social life. II is ador-
able as coat suits, either black or
white, built on the approved lines Of
the present styles. and made smart
with Robespierre collar. lace jabot
and sleeve frills. For the general
utility dress, as one might call the
gown used for theatre restaurant
supper. dinner on the steamer when
going abroad or other similar 'oc-
casions. chameuse satin will be an
excellent choice. II comes in lovely
tints, besides, bronze. green or dark
blue. A dress Of it, properly made,
with V neck and elbow sleeves and
bit OF lace for trimming. gives its
wearer that serene ease Of manner
which comes from the consciousness
of being correctly gowned for the &c
casion.
For those who do not like satin
and its gloss is considered a draw
back by many persons-modern in
ventiveness produces other materials
which develop into satisfactory frocks
Of this class. Chiffon cloth as a dress
fabric has been rather overlooked by
womankind perhaps because il was
confused with the perishable and I'M
serviceable chiffon. II really has
much body, drapes prettily and is al
ways refined II has the disadvantage
of needing a silk lining. an added
expense which puts It out of the reck-
lining with some people Marquisette
and wolfe are in the same class but
their merits are too we'll known 10
need exploitation.
Changeable taffeta since II succeed
ed in overcoming a preliminary cool
ness has steadily advanced In favor
It is rich looking: IL satisfies the color
sense, for harmonious shades are al
ways blended in It; and the quality
is always unimpeachable. A tafreta
dress may be ever so simple, but
with a touch of lace, or smart
collar it takes on the character of 2
real costume Many dainty accessories
can be picked up in the shops ir
these bargain days which work this
Transformation. Feather boas Of tiny
ostrich plumes tied about the mech
with bows and ends of black velvet
ribbon are chic and provide a little
additional warmth for sensitive
shoulders Lovely lace or mousseline