Norwich bulletin., 1917-03-16

Smiling skies and sunshine of a real Spring quality rewarded the patience of the Norwich merchants Thursday afternoon. the third of the formal Style Days set to mark the opening of the season.
 The air was an inspiration to buyers and after the rain and snow ended at noon, there was real rush of shop pers to the stores.
 The New Dresses.
 Dealers are surprised at the early demand for the better grade of dress es for afternoon and street wear. fascinating materials and of charm ing cut and trimming, the sleeves un- iversally long. the collars rolling and large, graceful shirring, shocking or plating setting off the big pouch, reticuie. patch or v-shaped pockets now so prominent
 One particular afternoon dress was of beige tint, in georgette. with sou tache embroidery on the waist. skirt and long sleeves A pointed collar and shirred gfrdle added to the smart eff feet.
 Another dainty dress noted was in silk Jersey. rose hue, with vestee and collar of white silk Jersey. The grace ful belt had finish of sash ends tip ped with self balls.
 Copen blue soft silk was developed in 8 pretty dress with coat effect. Coat and skirt were bordered with Japanese embroidery in pastel shades. The smartly cut skirt had double corded hem and pouch sides.
 In the Medish Geld.
 Elegant was a silk jersey dress of gold tint, silhoutte effect. trimmed with gold soutache and having a white square collar Of georgette.
 A trifie more on the practical line vff F. gold embroidery. and collar and cuffs of gold ottoman. Sash ends with tas- sels of blue gave natty finish.
 While there is so much that Is gay more serious are catered to in suits. coats and wraps severely tailored enough to meet the most exacting tastes.
 semi-taiiersd Suit.
 For instance, as a foil to the forid hues of sport suits and the glad after noon frocks, was shown yesterday semi- tailored navy serge suit which the conservative woman would choose with delight. The jacket was cut to plaits falling from this. silk braid and large pearl buttons formed the trimming. and the lining was of flow cred silk The large collar was edged detachable collar of georgette-a truly beautiful suit.
 Gall For Hats Strong.
 The call for hats was brisk yesterday and many choice models were taken by pleased buyers.
 Among attractive headwear shown was Chin Chin sailor of gold Milan hemp. having effective black satin facing, and the new fancy goose aigret, held in place by Paisley buckle.
 An apple green small military hat was edged with black satin ribbon rw~fAf l. rl &I,>-n
 Oriental beads in black and white were about the top of the crown and the finish was ends of narrow satin ribbon at the back.
 Chalk Tint Popular.
 Essentially new was, helmet shape in the new chalk tint with border of red poppies and band of velvet also in
 A Shadow Lawn green sailor was nattily faced with Oriental chiffon and had a band of rich cardinal velvet about the crown.
 having an aigret of peacock, and beaded ornament in tapestry blue at the front.
 Again the fashionable goose figured, gette facing. and hedge of burnt goose about the crown, with finish of a smart jet bow. This model had a horsehair edge
 New Offerings Daily.
 While the formal three Style Days are over, the offering Of elegant Spring apparel and millinery will go right on, new designs and novelties being brought to the front daily
 Topics uppermost in every woman's mind just now are those pertaining to the seasons fashions. No better guides to successful buy. ing can be found than are Che style tips given every morning by those en- terprisins merchants who offer advice and suggestions through the medium ,f The Bulletins advertising columns.