Evening Star Newspaper, September 26, 1926, Page 53

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9 the thstallation last year of a model | | kitchen. | | Other guests were Mrs. Jeter Pritcl |ard, State chairman of entertainmen! Mrs. William Parks and Mrs. C. C.| | Coombe. A reception is to be ten- D. A. R. ACTIVITIES National Society, D. A. R.—Mrs. | Dames of America, Garden Club of | general, and her board the evening of Alfred J. Brosseau, president general | Amerjca, General Federation of Wom- | Gctober 20 at the Washington Club. of the national society, and Repre- |en’s Clubs, National Association of | A luncheon will be given by the D. sentative Martin L. Davey of Ohio |Gardeners, and Sons of the Revolution. | o ‘R. student loan fund, of which Mrs. were guests of honor at a luncheon | President and Mrs. Coolidge have |George Eastment is chairman, in given at the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel, |been especially invited to attend- the | honor of Mrs. James M. Willey, at the Philadelphia. Tuesday, by Mrs. Alex- | ceremonies, according to an announce: | Woman's City Club October 27. Presi- | ander Enniz Patton, special c ment made by Representative Davey. | dent Lewis of the George Washington | of the women's Seequicentenn; The governors of the 13 original | University will speak on that occasion. mittee on tree planting in Independ- colonies and their wives are also ex- | The patriotic education committee, ence Square, and Mrs. H. Smith. | pected to attend the exercises, each | )Memorial Continental Hall and Revo- | president of the Kenmore Association overnor turning a spade of native |jutionary relics committee, American- | of Fredericksburg, Va. s0il around the tree named for his | jzation and other of the large commit- | After the luncheon an informal con- | State. = | tees will hold meetings before the ference was heid to arrange a tenta- | , The trees are given by the Natlonal State executive in the Chamber of tive program for the ceremonies in ASSociation of Gardeners of America, Commerce Building October 1 at & | connection with the pianting of 13 | °f which Alexander McLeod of Phila: | p.m, | original colony trees in Independence |delbhia is president. Square October 11. The conference sy A FASHION iNSTiTUTION Washington Neword —— | . - | mes M. Willey, State regent | The Capt. Wendell Wolfe Chapter was held in co.operation with the will resume its activities for the year, mavar's plan to mAke the tree plant. of (e District of Columbia Daughters | heginning with the September meet. Ing_commemorative of the SesquICen- | aniercaiming at a serite of Tunchoons | 8. Which will be held at the Hotel tennial year of American Independ. ar her home in Clevelnnd bark durng |CAiro Tuesday evening. Mrs. Joe ence, as'well as a feature of the first- | po noct week the chairmen and mem. | Shelby Riley will be the hostess for | day program of the American Legion hers of some of the important State the evening. 2 . national convention. meeting In Phil- | qommittees. giving. them . an. oppor. | e adelphia Ociober 11 0 18, As adopted. | tynity to confer together and with her. Here Is a Myste! the plan follows closely the example | “Heor guests were Mrs. W. W. Hus ystery. of Washington, Jefferson and Alex-|pand, national chairman of Ameri. In passing through a Suharo forest ander Hamilton, each of whom planted | canjzation; Mrs. Frank Curtis, State | it wae noted that the older plants are J3 trees as living memorials to the |chajrman of Americanization. and | dotted with woodpecker holes, and yet colonles forming the republic. The | yrs Robert Ferguson; vice chairman. ' faw woodpeckers are to be seen, says following organizations were nresent | plans were discussed for the year's | the Nature Magazine. Some of these o Jhe conference: Natlonal Society of |work, which is centered chiefly in the | holes may have been made a century . g of the American Revo- | Americanization 0ol. located at ' ago. for this cactus protects itself from itlon. Sone of the American Revolu Tenth and H streets. A sewing ronm infaction by forming a hard and im. tlon. National Snciety of Colonial | il he fitted up-this vear, following pervious callous around these nests. In dresses a new individual- ity begins to rival the uni- formity of past seasons — the new mode is versatile—femi- nine— sophisticated — brilliant and subtly alluring. Black challenges the enthusiastic vogue for vibrant calors—and the evening mode is dazzling. Presenting for coats, a new silhouette—tapering at the _hemline—a definite accept- ance of gorgeous effects—a decided penchant for blouses, belts and black, and an alto- gether fascinating new air of dignity and distinction. FASHION INSTITUTION Warkingan New¥orh Our New Collection of Lovely Frocks and Gowns For Fashionable Womeén LLUSTRATES effectively the great vari- ation in the new mede. by examples of the highest art of the most successful Paris couturieres. Basically all frocks and gowns express the feeling of suppleness that has been definitely accepted as the keynote of Paris riling. Formal daytime coats in the UG b e DL b Uil L new rich mediums, lavishly trimmed—iormal b in great variety. Rich supple velvets, in the evening wraps that reflect 7 s . # ! ;s ; A new weaves, supple metal lames that are passing splendor. informal coats that suggest 4 : beginning to appear smartly at afternoon prosperity in their linings of furs. or in the A - 2 luxurious use of rich furs in’ their trimming s SO I o s and sports coats that show how eflectively crepes. supple twills, and a silhouette woolens can be combined with the smart equally as supple—a raised waistline—an im- furs of the season. portant emphasis on the uneven hem ef- fect—drapes, back again in the position of prestige—expressing a season prodigal with its gifts—extravagant in its expression. Our New Collection of Paris Coats and Wraps Reproduced and Adapted NOW complete and offers to the fazhion able women of Washington. a glerious selection of coats that were either designed or inspired by the most important members of the Parie Haute Couture and beautifully interpreted by specialists in fine apparel. Coats for every occasion. for that is the new For Important Occasions The New Millinery Mode Paquin has contributed to this collection. a Is One of Dazzling Splendor e R e R that is interpreted in sable dyed fitch on ARIS demands a return to elegance and the creators of millinery EoldCbrown Dukans are the first to heed her dictates, with the result that for the formal occasions, daytime or evening. smart hats begin to fulfill the promise made in the earlier presentation of millinery modes. They are undoubtedly more expressive this season than ever he- fore—more individual. more distinctive, and they feature ingenious manipulation of fabric—as well as rfich gorgeons mediums. Lelong’s new wing sleeve is a feature of an imported hlack hroadcloth ~ model, luxurionsly trimmed with black wolf. Vionnet's new <hawl collar coat. the most talked of coat of the season (illus P Jenny's—Tiered <kirt appears in a_number trated) is reproduced in the very chic of versions, in an afternoon new combination, Laverra and nat- E frock of crepe satin—and in a ural lynx . , fascinating sheer black frock intriguingly sequined. Lelong’s—New waistline, the most perfect interpretation of the desire to achieve feminine effect Poiret’s cape hack with a <light modification is shown in Black Rouvelaine with pointed fox shawl collar and cuffs. Vionnet has inspired a wide leeve coat of green Veleda, charmingly trimmed with wolf. Paillettes -Gold and silver that stamp an evening frock as being very chic, S USUANL, Jellefi’s appears first in the field with the latest ex- y in a number of variations. pressions of chic in millinery. the new lovely draped turbans with the very important glint of metal—lLyons velvet hats in fas- cinating new interpretations that breathe the spirit of the new move hack to elegance—new colors—new trims. An altogether alluring collection. 1650 to 2500 Velvet-trim—The outstanding success of the dress season, borrows its Doucette’s penchant for slender lines reflected treatment from the artists of the in a fascinating group of models. Worth has created an effective bloused model Paris Haute couture. A Jenny with the Queen Anne shawl collar, - R inspired frock uces it in new cuffs and pockets of mink squirrel” puffed sleeves and a rich flounce Drecoll stands out as a stunning exception this on black -chiffon. season, with his very smart narrow i i B . Vi n, node, w! e shoulder coats in a season of wider arm- Ostrich Fnifi;he‘:s n':te :eqeul}:\efi n(mde”mh;::s , ol 4 mspired an exceptionally fasci- Patou’s most successful blouse back coat is also e timines. rrock 9 represented in this group—a lovely Kashmir Patina coat with tuxedo collar of rich heaver to the hemline. Viemnef's new shawl —— Tollar - with the squate prets the new flare be A FASHION INSTITUTION st PO 5 low the hipline silhoutte, Bars Warkingenw Newlorh (ireater variation than ever hefore atidiitroducesh &) tich in this noteworthy of lovely Grege:La Verra CotEN R B ovelys e collection : b i Women's coats. 110.00 to 200.00 coat with lynx trim. ?(;?Str)' and fur trim. Launches the Smart New Footwear Mode With 175.00. Women’s Coat Salon—Third Floor Paris Inspired New Take T heir Cues From Cloth Are Glorif.ied by the New Coat Fashions Paris Modes Oxfords OROSIS, ever a leader WJ I'H all Paris chanting a hymn of feminism —the re-establishment of in fashioning smart foot- wear, for the world—pre- the clinging vine idéal of womanhood— the spotlight of fashion naturally turns sents the new Oxfords for Fall. The short exford is Millinery Salon—Mezzanine Floor In fact, every important feature of the new mode finds interpreta- tion in this comprehensive show- ing of new frocks and gowns for madame-— 39.50—95.00 Women's Gown Salon—Second Floor Crepe Elizabeth inter front is a feature of this ND the result is a collection of in- triguingly smart fur coats, in the new supple treatments that Paris has dictated for the coat mode. - Fur coats that are tailored along the slim, youth- ful lines that college girls favor——new belts—new collars—new sleeves—new combinations—a wide range of the new flat pelts that are warm as well as smart—and all these coats priced with- in the range of the college girl's clothes to the bride of October and reveals on fashion’s platform a bewildering array of fascinating new things that Paris has de- signed to intrigue the bride and her party. ND the loveliest of all these things, have heen gathered by Jelleff's and are now ready for the appreval of the bride-elect. Shimmering particularly fascinating with its distinctive lines and its ultra smart, trim appear- ance. Paris, in a moment of revelry, designed just such oxfords, and Sorosis was quick to seize upon them as an outstanding Fall style note. The new models sketched have heen care- aflowance. Russian Pony Ccats 295.00 ERY smart with their new &hawl collars overlaid with nutria, their puffed sleeves and en- velope pockets. Civet Cat Coats 275.00 | & white satin bridal gowns based on the delight- ful Moyenage theme, richly trim- med with lace fot the demure bride—and more “sophisticated se- quinned or delicately beaded frocks for the stately tvpe. RAINBOW of soft pastel col- orings in ruffly chiffons, or charming bouffant frocks are here for the bridesmaids—and for ma- fully developed as to vamp. last and color, to meet best the needs of American women. They attain the usual Sorosis perfection and maintain the usual Sorosis leadership. tron and maid of honor, the frock with a decided Paris cachet—soft clinging lines——velvet and subtle drapes. The bride’s mother, ton. CHEDULED to be the most popular coat at the big foot ball games—a straightline model, also with the very smart shawl collar. is effectively provided for—with Silver Muskrat Coats 2 SEdl skt Frockst it the ovely 295.00 . \ new supple lines and supple 'HE vertical working of beauti that Paris sponsors. 3 fully matched, blended skins siap, rony distinguishes this lovely coat that With SImRct promises to be a favorite with the autria trim. smart yvounger set. Wable dved 295.0. rich fox collars, too. Stenciled Kid Coats \ 325.00 — i the Grey Shops—the bride elect o ,lh' . > will wich to s<pend considerable 5 rage of the Paris season | contrastmag trim of these coat® with their smart lizard. 1000, plaid kasha lininge. scarf collars with muft ends and nutria trim. i, with C—A4 Beautiful Tan Calf fitting s, Medium and modified Spanish. heel. 1230 Oxford. rming cut-ant It gives the foot ap- D—A Mandalay pearand wel sitgde Oxford, with trim of ER going-away frocks, hats, her furs, her smart ac- cessories—all these Jelleff's now presents for her approval—and in leather simulating tan lizard. Medinm Cuban D'Orsay heek. 10.00. white satin with ex- Rrown Juisite lace. Oxford Z time going over the exquisitely dainty new silk underthings and negligees that have been so care- fully selected for her. Sorosis Shoe Shop—Street Floor Naio) B Sotbr—Fowrth Flose

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