The Daily Missoulian. [volume] (Missoula, Mont.) 1904-1961, 1917-03-04

Advance Spring Style
as We See Il Now
For the convenience Of readers who desire get
principal style tendencies for the present Spring
at glance. present the following concise summary
which was taken from the Spring number OF Dry
Goods Economist:
the natural figure line The effect introduces.
the funess halfway between the waistline and HEM
The straight line silhouette follows the figure
lines. with slight suggestion of curves at the waist
Waistlins-There Is rule placement of the
waistline: It may be HIGH normal Sometimes
garment has two waistlines.
Skirts-The newest skirts in the barrel effect
the majority in straight-ln effect gathered
peated at the waistlne Still others show the Gre
clan drapery in clinging effect. The straight
skirts from to 6 inches from the ground The
barrel skirts somewhat longer.
sIesvesThe sleeves of suits separate COATS dresses
and waists mostly fuh-length. A few afternoon
dresses have the half three quarter length sleeve
Funess is also introduced in other ways above be-
low or at the elbow The newest note is the bell
sleeve,
cut semi fitted lincs while others in loose
straight effect. few Of tho newest fasten in the
back.
Separate waists-In separate waists the styles worn
outside the skirt such tho Russian bousc,
attracting unusual interest. The blouse which fas
tens at the back and also that which slips over the
head receiving attention. All the new
blo,ses arc simple in finish.
neck finishes flat effect being collarcss
Chokers and flare effects are In the minority
notable feature Of the colarcss effects shallow
opening at tho throat.
form Of pocket which stands away from the figure
and thus gives the barrel outline Pockets in other
novel forms appear on sport garments.
Belts, crdes and Sashss-Therc is strong tendency
toward the Of belts girles and sashcs attached
to the dress. suit coat. separate. Tho belt
srdie however. Is distinctly trimming feature and
does not draw in the figure.
FabresThere is revival interest crepe dc chine
and crepe meteor Satns retained for gar
ments. Chiffon and sheer silk crepe hold strong
position for entire garments for combination with
striking and novel designs sport fabscs par
tcuary Silks among which printed taffetas aud tus-
sahs arc prominent. Wool velours. basket wsavos
gabardincs and sorges will have large use. Poplns
will be employed for the lower grades Of taormades
Cotons white and in novelty printed and de-
signs will be q big factor.
Womsns Observation-Disclosures in silk will be In, vogue
for wear with sports attire Both stocks and rolling
collars will be smart. Large flat collars. sets and
vestees of fine sheer materials will prevail Fet lace
and hand embroidery will be strong notes.
veilnes--Borders In variety will dominate Designs
win be soutached, hand-run in tinsel. beaded or
daintiy woven. Aover designs and draped wells wiz
win regard.
Dress Trimminos-Beaded effects will lead with EN-.
broideres In silk close second. Separate motifs and
pendants will be in large Chinese aud East In
dian colorings.
laess-Fiet will be the most fashionable variety. Fine
French Walls. narrow. light weight venise and fine
novelty net laces will be fairly successful.
smbro'dsriss-Wil be in increased demand. with or.
CANDY novelties the promising factor
Ribbens-Wil mount in favor. Handsome novete. in
Oriental designs and colorings will vein attention
Plain fales and grosgrains will continue modish
millinery, but fancy sport hat ribbons also promise
well.
0ovss-Styles tend to favor wrist lengths handsome
rather heavy embrotderes and self effects Novelties
however, Will continue to feature elaborate
Observation-Disclosures in color material with stplicit,
In effect, is the watchwold, Short medium handles
straps made Of beads leather or silk and club ends.