New Britain Herald Newspaper, December 12, 1918, Page 8

2/ IGEES GALORE | Tor a far-distant friend, one whose taste and require- ments in veils are known, nothing is a more pleasin; than a smart face veil [y Not an expensive gift this effective negligee of flowered Japanese crepe. but a very practical and desirable Christmas remembrance By Edith M. Burtis a means of for all ever been expression for ail races, Pruss bas natio in all times s are expressed « ) We ean trace the great historic events of past ages by the clothes that were wear, poiitical intrigue, wars, dustrial and educational de- the lack of these—in the whole gamut of public ex- perienc and individual ambitions has always been reflected in the dress of the populace its leaders, and more often in both And this is as true of the present as of the past War, through necessity or the de- sire of our women, changed tempo- rarily our idea of dress, our desire, our needs. Uniforms, or enticinzly smart and bringing recognition of personal serv- rendered, gratifying, too, natural desire for distinction, were, for the period of our activities in the war. the day and evening apparel of many women, And fortunately, vet unfortunately this uniform apparel was mostly taken up by the young and the youthfully vigorous, mature women of our land I use the words unfortunately and fortunately with meaning in this re- spect. The work our women have ice a ver: done that vigorous we are a 1 women, proves youthfully mind and body. Our acceptance of the uniform was unfortunate the standpoint of business which, however, were handicapped, and by the fact that our world lost the inspi at least was denied for a time the inspiration of the beauty of well-dressed women. War activities, with their demands, their imperative needs, backed up by the uniform of pleasing effect and ac- ceptable comforts, cast for the time at least from many women's minds the love of pretty, frilly, femi- nine attire Women have not yet cast aside their uniforms or withdrawn their from military activities, nor have they discarded all thoughts of economy in dress, for women know there is still enough work for them to do. But gradually, steadily, surel- we are turning back to our truly own in dress, and interest anew in feminine finery is increasing every day Women especially will by their dress express the joy of victory and the contentment of peace. Our women want to look their best, and should, when we welcome home our splendid men, and now is none too early to re- plenish depleted wardrobes. To be sure, our minds now are occu- pied with Christmas gift shopping, but hoth in only from activities, not seriousiy ation or out services This darling lace-trimmed combination of ove silk is an ideal gift for a young girl What could be lovelier or more acceptable in Christmas gift furs than this three- piece st of matural squirrel shown on the left? Photographs by Joel A\ half yard square-bordered veil, of conservative mesh and border, the sort of gift token that may be slipped into a letter of holiday greeting this need not delay the replenishing of a woman's wardrobe. Gifts of apparel are most acceptable. What more practical and desirable Christmas gift could be imagined ti the fur set of hat, rf muff that is illustrated today? This is a set of natural squirrel the scarf most unique in its possibili- ties of attractive adjustment. Other sets in other furs are equally pleas- and all such fur sets the height of smart fashion today. The mere man in doubt as to what wife would think a delightful Christmas gift from him need have no hesitancy about a fur set of this latest mode—that is, of course, if his pocketbook will permit of a necessary expenditure in cash. An ideal apparel gift for girl is the darling lace-trimmed com- bination of glove silk is illus- trated here today. This lovely combi- nation is in flesh-color ibbon shoulder straps. Here is an excellent gift suggestion for the woman who wants to bring a real and lasting pleasure to a young sister or girl friend. Not an an lovely and ing, G his a young expensive gift is the effec- Faney silk vests or sets combined with knickers to match are practical presents that conform to Christmas buying regu- lations and yet satisfy the desire for pretty gifts tive negligee of flowered Japanese crepe, but surely a very practical and desirable Christmas remembrance. This sort of gift one gives to a female mem- ber of one's household or one's family or to an intimate friend. Of wash satin is the effective gown shown on the seated figure, adaptable either for a negligee sleeping robe. This gown depic ilored trend in lingerie and negligees is an interesting feature of pr day fashions in these garments vet the tailored-made has never never will, T ltelieve, prevail or a the THE ROOM WHERE CHILDREN REIGN SUPREME By Rene Stillman LI we ever forget the joy of it, those of who wuen kiddies were so fortunate as to have a play- room—a room where, with few ex ceptions, our rule suprem Looking back, the playroom with all its privileges will ever be one of our fondest Cheated is the child who has never known the thrill of barricading itself pla room from the too often mis- understanding adult world. One of the greatest charms of the playrooms is that it is or should be the place of fewest grown-up “dont’s”; it is or should be the land of Do-as-you-please —within and perhaps, occa- slonally, just beyond reason’s pale. There is one room in the house which spared for the children, and, of course, the bigger it is the better. Yet, on the other hand, if it is not possible to give the chil- dren entire rcom play corner least be allowed; or it may ther «a large closet having converted into Indeec us was memori behind a door reason usually can he an in - at be that a window that could be stronghold. one who lived in a tiny determined that a juvenile thoughtful mother house, but who was her child should have in the miniature f at he call his own, partitioned off a window by means of a tiny low picket fence and therein the boy, only a little fellow, was allowed to corral his playthings the day until it was necessary to use the room. If there is any choice in the mat- ter, a large sunny room should be selected, and thc room should be so situated ms to eliminate the need for one spot could bay long or folk limbs 1d should not be Therefore, yroom far rest of the house as own playroom was a atti in which were family antiques galore, but which vas nevertheless so spacious as to allow us children running space and general play space aplenty. Linoleum is an excellent floor ng for the playroom, for it much toward deadening sound. Furthermore, it is sanitar: Plain linoleum will not like to and Keeping exercise that condemned I repeat, have from the My larg: quiet. Young both lungs natural unnecessarily. ind s but the pl as away possible. gloriously stored cove and easily i.ept clean. advisable hecaus~ it with ings. Rugs are n question. Tn mer I think that they pensed with beautifully; the linoleum will be cially if little folk enjoy upon the floor. When an games are going on, howe conflict the room’s furnish- sum- can dis- but in winter he cspe- the sitting renuous the chil- dren should be so instructed tkat they will put the rugs away to prevent severe tumbles. Po! ed hardwood floors are rather dangerous on ac- count of slipperiness, while old floors too often have menacing Painted walls splinters are ideal for a play- room, as they can he washed with soap and water and the room thus kept in a sanitary condition: but if paint is not practical tlere is a washable paper which answers the purpose 1 think that deep buff is a for such a room, for it much of cheer in it. It Is an especially good color for the room which has not suffi- cient sun. A playroom without a pic- very well zo0d color ture frieze is mot to be thought of. Observe the one in the illustration. It is composed of a series of delightful Mother Goose pictures and is placed so low on the wall tha' even the lit- tlest tot of the family can see it with- out standing tippy-toed. Its gay colors contribute cheer to the room as well extent that we will not always have some lace-trimmed frilly garments. A half-yard squar -, bordered veil of conservative mesh, the generally be- coming mesh, is the sort of gift token that may he slipped into a letter of holiday greeting, providing, of course, are familiar with the veil requirements of the friend to whom you send this gift. The veil T have selected to show you tod:y Is the latest and most convenient mode in the small-hat made veil that I have seen. There are many ways in which you may adjust it, dependent upon the octagon you s of the And am wearar, but v need or the id; woman, 1 pleased with a pv such as this ple K Another su for a far tant friend, one whose tastes and re- Guirements in veils are known, is the pleasing yard veil of octagon mesh with the effective, well-placed scroll de- sign. sure, ctic ng v stion no nee dis- Of wash satin is this effective gown—adaptable either for a negligee or a & ing and ribbon the only trimming seping robe. A simple hemstitche Fancy silk vests or sets combined with knickers to match are practical presents that conform to Christmas buying regulations and yet satisfy the desive to give and to receive pretty sifts. Clothes, 1 have said, express human emotions, activities and progress. Clothes are a wonderful means of ex- pression for women. Surely we all want to express our joy, our thank- fulness this year by locking our very best. Timely Fashion Hints IT IS said that the present popu- larity for colorful and decorative negligee is the direct result of the mode of somber colored street attire. At rate. the mnegligees of the season of details and any are arvels color. Ostrich rosettes smoking gown of make a very unusual effective trimming. The peplum blouse still persists and many attractive models in georgette, bead and embroidery trimmed are to be seen. on an exquisite chiffon and velvet and altogether Some tailored frocks of serge and combinations, of tricot, velvet and velveteen are in many instances fastened down the back with actual buttonholes and buttons. satin The vogue for hats of satin and fur combinations is steadily going, and is closely followed by the demand for hats of beaver cloth mounted on val- vet brims. Tunic blouses of leather or buckskin embroidered In scroll design with a new braid are another Cheruit novelty. Drawn work is the trimming feat- ure of some very charming lingerie blous ust designed for between-seas- ons wear. Tootwear for spring is to be decid- edly inconspicuous in design and color, and two-tone combinations are virtually tabooed, if Government regulations are respected as we be- lieve they should be. Made veils, eighteen inches square, of silk filet mesh, are bordered with a woven silk band, and are for wear over the small feather or fur turbans. These protect the hat as well as the face. Scarf-like veils are heavily bordered with elaborate patterns, done in che- nille, and are in black, taupe, blue, brown and purple. Wool embroidery and wool pom- pons in place of buttons on a blouse ot georgette is a recent and altogether pleasing development in blouse manu- facture. Georgette continues to predominate as the blouse fabric, but as early spring fashions crowd out the new prevailing modes, look for blouses of voile, dimity and net. Blouses in such striking colors as Pekin blue and henna are a midsea- son novelty. Sealskin browns and navy are two other good blouse colors of the moment, the material in all in- stances being georgette. AND GROWN-UPS ARE BUT GUESTS as interest (and be All pictures in the play- room there should be many) should hung low, and if there is such an abundance of them that some All ye who enter here leave age behind must perforce be hung high, the posi- tions should be changed so that all at different times will be within easy reach While, of course, the pictures in a playroom should be selected for decorative eff2:t, 1 do not hesitate to say that their ar- tistic value and educational interest should be the primary for their being at all, for it is necessary to familiari child with the best in art, and the walls of the playroom are excellent for this purpose. However, if a bit of thought is exercised it is usually possible to select pictures of educational and art interest that are in such colors and so framed that they will not mar decorative scheme. of curious kiddie eyes. reasons any Upon first thought dark woodwork would seem to be best for such a room, but this is not true. The play- room must be scrupulously clean in order to preserve the good health of the little Inmates, and to this end the woodwork should be painted a light color, preferably a mecium cream, to promptly expose all sofl. White is #ood so far as sanitation is concerned, but its glare is not good for the eyes. Of course, it is lovely to furnish the playroom in Hlliputian furniture—that is, pieces all made to fit lttle folk—but it this is too expensive the smallest pleces already on hand should be se- lected, and if they form a discordant crew a coat of paint, say cream or yellow, will soon bring them intp a harmonious union, matter low different their lines. Then, as the birthdays and ruletides come, yieces of small furniture can be presented to the kiddies for the playroom use. The room should contain a desk for every motley no regular inmate. Small ‘ables can be converted into desks, if you wish, If of regular height the table legs should be sawed. There should, of course, be a blackboard—elther a wall board or an easel. The former is prefer- able, and if of slate easily cleaned and much nicer to write upon. If the sharp corners of all the furniture in the room are rounded, many painful bumps will be spared frolicking voungsters. Be sure to supply a tea table for parties and a tea service, for as soon as the girls are old enough to understand, it is a fine way to teach them the art of gracious hospitality. The toy box, or toy cupboard, is quite necessary if order s to be instilled. It there is but one cuphoard allot one or two shelves to each child. If there are no cupboards, each kiddie should have a separate toybox. Treat thé windows cozily and gayly. Plain white muslin curtains, the kind that separate in the center =o that curious little folk may peep out at will, should be hung either full or half- length, but never below the window- sill. Over these hang gay chintz side- drapes. There is a fascinating toy, chintz which comes, having all sorts of story-book groups upon it which are of an interest equal to the fasci- nating wall frieze. Put at each win- low a windowbox—outside in summer and indoors In winter—where the children can plant seed and watch them grow. Attic playrooms are fre. quently barred with heavy wire to prevent small folk from falling out. Do give the kiddies a playroom it possible, and a play corner in any event—you owe it to tiem, g 'OR CHRISTMAS GIFTS -