Norwich Bulletin Newspaper, March 21, 1910, Page 7

‘are at least three widely distinct suit models offered to fashionable men for the spring and summer season. In sea- son’s past men have had the option of several designs to hoose from but not in recent seasons has the choice covered so much contrast in modelling as is evidenced in the authori- lative suit models now displaved. The model that greatest emphasis is 1aid upon is a loose short sack coat. Much iooser and shorter than we- bave seen in several seasons. THe length of the coat for men of average bulld is to be about 8134 inches.. It is cut straighter than usual and on more conservative lines, and will for that reason be less form defining tban heretofore. These loose sack coats fall more direct trom the shoulders than the coats of last veason, the sleeves are fuller and there is considerably more elbow room notice- ible. The sleeve heads are also full and the lapels show less length of roll, yet the fold will be long and narrow, with a tomewhat rakish roll that will harmonize ind balance with the fuller back, exag- ferated chest and modified shoulder. The shoulder is sloplng following more of Se natural lines than the heroic types cry from the garment spoken of above. This model is slightly form fitting and shapely to a fault in its_ contour. The coat is about the same length as the loose sack but it is decidedly tapering at the waist and naturally flaring over the hips. Many variations of this model, all follow- ing the general form fitting lines, are shown. Many new cuff conceptions are offered and there are varying widths and lengths of lapel roll. The prominent note of this garment is the exaggerated chest fullness that with the narrower waist, fuller hips and larger sleeves will add sufficient dash to classify this design as an exceedingly snappy garment. Still another model that is contemplated for young men Is a sack coat that is a trifie longer than either of the .other models. For the man of normal height (5 feet, 8 inches) the coat is about 32 inches in length. It is close fitting and flaring but with less of the extreme hip seen in young men’s models of last season. It has a modified front dip and plenty of snappiness in pocket and cuff treatment to meet the young man’s fancy. The shoul- ders are wider than the natural build and it has an exaggerted chest that give it athletic modelling. This model shows the ¥ yesteryear. While this model is defined as conserv- itive still it fs such a radical departur frem what we have recently seen that artakes of the nature of an extreme 1 sovation without belng extreme in I fetails or embellishments. It is a coal that must be skilifully tailored to bring sut fts merits and its grace and the ems tire attractiveness of the garments de pends on its balance and contour as all ‘aneiful ornamentation is eliminated, mu:s nodels not even having the conventio sack vent. ‘Another accepted model that smart tatl ors and designers are featuring is a I For Easter -—-Every Man in Norwich should have one of our “P, & M. Special” Hats at $2.50 Equal to any Hat made at $3.00. Comes in all the New Spring §hapes for young, middle-aged and elderly men. The Porteous & Mitchell Co. characteristic accentuates the athletic aspect desired by college men and others who affect their styles. In these sack coats there is great varie- ty of lapel treatment as to width, length and roll and varlous conceptions that bring out the individuality of the designer principally expressed in the pocket and cuff designing. The best and most fashionable models, however, do not g0 to extremes and therefore we, shall see less of the freakish fancies that are prone to make young men’s clothes oft- times ridiculous. All coats close with two, three or four buttons, the three button models being in the majority. The buttons are not quite so closely set as previously. Vests are about the same in design as last season. Some with collars but the most without collar or lapels. Trousers will be less peg- topped even In the young men's models, tending more to the conservative, straight and less full cut than previously and are to be worn either plain or turned up to sult the preference of the wearer. * The popular spring overcoat will be the 42 inch Chesterfield, with the lapels mod- erately long and broad and slightly shaped in at the waist. There is more modera- shoulders wider than the hips and thls]!ion shown in the width of the shoulders though the sleves are cut pretty full This garment closes with a three button fiy tront. This will be the standard coat of the season though there are many variations of this model cut more or less full or shapely according to the inclina- tion of the wearer as he leans toward con- servatism or in the opposite direction. There is also a box overcoat that will have some adherents. This model is cling- ing at the neck and shoulders and falls loose in a wide sweep. nmhmna very full sleeves. Among the other outer garmerits that will be worn*this season is a loose raglan style raincoat with either the protector collar or the regular. This garment fol- lows so closely the well defined raglan lines that description here is unnecessary. In both rain coats and regular coats there is a tendency toward the return of the paddock coat with its exaggerated chest, shaped in walst, full sweep skirts and lap seams. So many of the really fashionable dressers in the large cities are wearing these coats that their influence is bound to bear fruit If not In a prominent degres this season they will surely be noticeabls next fall. The same might be sald about the surtout and paletot coats. Just as conservatism is the dominant A distinctive —— DISTINCTIVE CLOTHES Tailoring Department. showing of For Young Fabrics ever offered the Norwich--including hundreds of exclusive patterns ---the entire line of the well known “Royal Tailors.” Men We ask the young men who desire something in Clothes to consider our Custom It is the most remarkable men of This is an opportunity to have your Spring Suit built to your individual measures from the cream of all the seasen’s woolen innovations--and yet built at a price that even the most moderate wage-earner can cheerfully afford, We extend a general invitation to the young men of Norwich to visit our Men’s Department and see this line before ordering a Spring Suit. The Porteous & Mitchell Co. NCS ASHION S ZfilS Seas note in designing for this season’s styles jcrashes and flannels. The sult patterns | so also is it noteworthy In patterning and jrun principally to shepherd checks and color schemes. The two prominent colors (plaids, broken checks, club checks, pin- f the day are grays and blues, and next heads and modest stripes. In the over- blacks, the latter con- [coats stripes chiefly are employed and these are of a more obtrusive nature than in the suit patterns. Some plalds and roine o T S adl e M) b v i o e very height of fashion [Sults and a few, but comparatively very materials most in vogue |féW, bold stripes are shown in any gar- the tweeds, cheviots, cassimers, vel- [Ments this season. rs and unsheared worsteds. During the | The blues and blacks are being shown| ymer months many suits will be shown (mostly In fancy worsteds and flannel ef- the tropical fabrics such as homespun, [fects and also in some velour fnishgs, "The patterns are of the ot WBIued character and consist chlefly of self- stripes, shadow stripes, pencil or chalk stripes. The contrasting color with thess is usually white or soft tones. Greens and browns as well as other off-shadas are very little shown. Men’s Ready-to-wear CLOTHING Our Spring exhibit of the products of the world’s best clothes makers is now ready FOR THE EASTER OUTFIT. We are at your service--Clothing, Hats, Shirts, Neckwear, Hosiery, Etc. MEN’S AND YOUTHS’ SUITS—{rom | the foremost makers in the country. { You have our assurance of correct styles, high grade shape-keeping tail- F oring and a choice selection of fabrics. MEN’S TOP COATS—in new Spring modes in a splendid range of novelty fabrics and in plain black. We've a great line of “Eagle” Shirts fon Easter wear—all the best colors and patterns. They’re made in every way; like custom Shirts in quality and finish —$1.00 to $2.00. . MEN’'S EASTER NECKWEAR —alt the newest ideas—things to please and 5 satisfy the most fastidious dresser. ‘Al MEN’Z EA!N E[OQTS_CIP"’ISUY C"fi‘t"}; wide range of new patterns and enetted in black and colors, wi : : “Presto” convertible collar. See our stylish:eolotinga—a5e £o $1.00; showing of London “Slip-on” Rain EN’S z it i L Coats and Double-texture Rain Coats. BENS: DRk (BIEVES 10 Kid, Mocha, Chamois and Reindeer—in- cluding the well known “Fownes” make, MEN’S HOSIERY—in Lisle, Mercerized and silk—all the fashionable colorings. “McMILLAN PANTS” —strictly all i wool and warranted not to rip. For i men who want serviceable trousers. ! We are sole agents hereabout. MEN’S FURNISHINGS —all the new- est Spring styles in Shirts, Neckwear, Gloves, Hosiery, Etc. The Porteous & Mitchell Co. We sell the famous “Arrow” brand -Col- lars in quarter sizes.