IN FASHION'S REALM.

Wairarapa Age, Volume XXV, Issue 10713, 10 November 1913, Page 2

IN FASHION'S REALM.

UP-TO-DATE NOTES ON WHAT TO WEAR.

■'Now it js just style of dreks which has caused all the hubbub. Who will argue that it should be offensive I see no reason for undue filminess, and neither, again, for a slit skirt of objectionable character. To emphasise tho latter point I haye dispensed with tliat feature altogether; though* as said before, there is no harm whatever in' slashing the skirt for a depth for freedom. Whatever is said, the filmy dress is going to manifest itself, and not all the King's hordes and all the King's: men —policemen!—will prevent it. The filmy dress is not. the X-ray. Personally speakiiig, I havq seen none ' of the latter, though I have seen pictures, imported, and read much. Like the harem skirt, such are not designed for tlie refined. All these things emanate from Paris, and I wish I could speak plainly and say for whom and with what object. Let the mention suffice, that Paris always creates two styles, one folr the beau monde, and one —well, not for tlieiri. While the former may be extreme — here and there anyhow —they never transgress good taste. Where the outside world is deceived is by writers in Paris insisting that objectionable giolwns are "the thing," the surplus stock being shipped over sea, while Madame til Mod?! raises her hand, not to hide her blushed but her laughter. Neither in Paris riOJ' anywhere else do women of refinement ( dress improperly., AquestionY.How is; it that you never hear of an arrest in Pari.4 P It is generally an Americjyh city orr some qther. The conclusion is obvious. Paris does not make these models for the elite, and the elite there never wear them, j

A Paris writer says that the gay city, or the dress dictators threeof, /are striving to force woneii into typical Balkan styles. This does not mean into styles that complexion leading features, but theso which would bo recognised in Belgrade or Sofia, as representative of the national costume. Thus —"The new influence will appear in both afternoon and evening gowns, even in tailormodes. In addition to the Oriental contours and colourings which now dominate our attire, we shall pay the flatten- of imitation to Albanian and Bulgaria!? nationality; So far as simple' costumes are concerned, the idea, will be a pleasing alternative to present styles. Tho Albanian coats will be short and straight, double row of buttons, opening dt neck in shape like a keystone.; scarf loose, knotted, and the ends brought down between buttons. The present «fcirt contour lends itself to the Albailferf national skirt, and such will have side pockets. But it will not be till sum-' rner is waning that, you will get these styles in all their purity, as they entail something in the way of a fez, and that, unless the weather is cool, is an impossibility." Well, there are chances, and. no doubt whatever is possible will be done. Hats may be fairly smothered, who-'

ther mount of creamy-grey complexion, with, at side, a floral mount, roses and forget-me-nots. The upstanding plume is of dark blue, as high a-s' shown or a trifle higher, and of course the straw is gray, but more or less dark, the the sketch —being high and in over-fold style. We may became tulle mad, in fact the gay cities abroad have. Tulle is fragile; therefore if you want it to always look fresh, have it so as often as possible. There is nothing more delightful than a scarf of cob-webby tulle draped carelessly across the shoulders. It. is fluffy, yet transparent. It frames the face and shrouds the shoulders most piquantly, and between ourselves such a scarf takes ten years' from a woman's appearance and creates a feeling of mystery. With the use of tulle there is a perfectjy natural tendency to continue the use of tulle there is a perfectly natural tendency to contimie the use of lace. These t-wd fabrics—if lace can be called a fabric—blend charmingly. Both are as light as air, and both are never used to better advantage than when combined in an evening costume. ' Of tulle hats enough has been written. There are signs now of a revival of the lace hat, a logical outcome of the one of tulle. Lace is going to play a great part; is, in fact, playing it already. Lace tunics, for instance, aro for some time to come. They may be in loose corsetlet form frq?fiu bust-line to hip, satin girdle with rose of same in front, .flounce of the lace to tunic proper. The tunic that "wraps" tho figure in this way, gown showing above and below, is a very novel noite, though rather anticipative.. For a blouse, and thi,s time in picture form! Asa norvelty the selection is to bo commended. In any light and suitable material it would be good, the chevron design in front being a feature. . This has a row of buttotas. 1 either side, and the outline is strong. So is that of the sides and

the edges of the cap -sleeve. A pretty tucked vesteo and under-sleeves I complete, frill to neck having its replica in the way of a "cuff," A blouse of this character may bo a separate or part and parcel of a costume as desired. Study colours! Their jrt'oper choice Is all important in regafd to success in dress, Where possible yotir tlress should repeat the colour of your hair, complexion, or your eyes. As ft general rule it is wise to choose, your Tndool' dresses to torid with the colour rfif yotur oyes,.and your outdoor dresses to tone with the colour of your hair. All shades of blue are besoming to tho&0 who have blue eyes. Pink and re<3 suit fair girls with delicate coimplexioijs. The brighter shades of red and most bright colours suit <3 ark girls with sallow skins. Those should not mccumb to the temptati however, to ■b© "loud" in their dix^ ftes - Brown suits the girl with eyes ana red hair. It is not so beeoiriwtg to the red-haired girl with > eyes. Black suits the girl with a £j u " skin, bo she blonde or bmnetc e ' girl with a sallow complexion never wear black unless relieves a touch of colour. The same appi ' e ® to all sh Aides of grey. White shouk never be worn bv those witli sallow . skins. It is most trying, ■ and requires a, white skin and good complexion) to carry it off. Often, however, when relieved with a touch of colour it can be made quite becomitit! to its. wearer.