The Lubbock avalanche. (Lubbock, Tex.) 1909-1922, 1922-10-06
OCTOBER FASHIONS.

many coat uTchStN hIt Su'~h
new models for autumn, and draperies com
mand much attention
That skirts will be fuller the season
advances is already evident from the width OF
some of the advance styles. Dresses are worn
very long, from five 10 seven inches from the
appear still longer
Low waistlnes are still emphasized, but
some models show the wastline as normal.
In sleeves all lengths are permissible
The long, close fitting sleeve, set into the
regulation armseye is much in evidence. These
sleeves are long and shaped over the hand in
some models; others are finished with gauntlet
cuffs Some sleeves are shaped IN lego
mutton" effect with deep armseye
The new coat frocks are smart and not
tailored severely. Some made in wrap
STYLE" with the comfortable side closing and
with soft bousing Sometimes the straight
outline of these models is emphasized by add
ed straight panels at the sides.
A smart finish for frock OF TINS KIND
is n frill slightly circular at the closing line.
The general effect of the smart autumn
models is that Of accentuating height and
slenderness.
A girde exactly on line with the top OF
the hips is quite correct, and marks the waist
line a trifle higher than that Of the past sea
son.
The flat back is reappearing on many OF
the new STYLES and in connection with II the
material is draped UPWARDS on the fronts
Circular effects are prominent and 60
diets are much in evidence.
The irregular hem line is especially no
ticeable on draped models or those with plat
or godet inserts. Undraped frocks usually
show the even hem line
The untrmmed neckline still obtains
a straight line from shoulder to shoulder, with
some exceptionally clever collar arrangements.
Combinations of light and dark crepe are
n distinguishing note IN the seasons newer
models =,
In suits the three-piece designs prevail
with the jacket in varying length and style.
Fur trimming Is extensively used.
The seasons coats will conform more or
less TO the straight lines, excepting IN dressy
models and some made Of pile fabrics
Collars and coats and suits are mostly OF
the checker style and are mainly large and of
fur Metal buckles and clasps are used IN
place Of buttons,
Separate skirts for sports wear are shown
in plaids and fancy mixtures. The two.piece
models with side hems are most favored
The overblouse is the most popular OF
all waist designs. 1t is shown with close INT,
ting hip section and the upper portion bioused
or cut straight 10 the hips and belted.
For children the straight line frocks and
coats continue in favor.
Soft materials in dull but rich shades
employed for the finer coats. which are fur
Beaver and nutria are used for general
wear as a trimming on coats. Pad back coat
adjustable collar, inverted plaits at the back
and raglan sleeves.
Popular dress materials will be velvet,
matalasse and all kinds of crepes, especially
georgette, canton and crepe de chine. All-over
iaces are used in black and colors.
Among wooden materials twill is promi-
nent duvetyn and serge also are popular
Flat braids and soutache are used for
trimmings.
Brown is mentioned as the leading color
for the coming season. Bronze, tobacco and
cocoa are approved shades. For afternoon
dresses one may choose almond green. gray
blue or cafe au Tart dresses, while for evening
there are lovely shades Of emerald, chartruse,
scarlet turquoise and thistle. Light and dark
shades will be blended in one gown, such as
navy and French blue, brown and beige. light
and dark green.
ON separate skirts self-covered buttons,
belts and buckles are the usual trimming.
Decorative treatment in the way OF en-
broidery or braiding on the back OF coats and
wraps Il very effective.
Fall millinery shows the usual metal and
tinsel trimming, in brocades, ribbons and flow
err.
Velvet and silk plush, As well A. felt Is
used for hat shapes.
The large hat II considered smart. hrims
are slashed or Of irregular outline.