THE MICHIGAN DAILY
Spring Accessories Should ImproveI
A Man's Appearance If Well-Chosen
London Dudes
Of Gay 1800's
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The true keynote of Spring fash-
ion is struck in the accessories and,
while many a winter suit may be
brightened up for Spring wear by
the judicious use of suitable ties,
socks, shirts, handkerchiefs, etc.
nothing will replace the latter if
they themselves are not up to the
minute,
The "V" opening of the front of
the coat makes what has been fre-
quently described as "the triangle of
fashion." In other words, a man's
appearance is centered, sartorially,
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about that portion of his dress direct-
ly below his head.
As the necktie dominates, this area,
it is only natural that it'should be
chosen with great care. Neckties
may either hamonize or contrast with.
the suit or shirt, preferably the latter.
Here are shown three patterns of
neckties which are smart for Spring
wear and which.are at the same time
conservative and in good taste.
Solid Background
The first has a solid color ground
in a' fairly dark shade with a lattice
overstripo in white. The introduction
of white brightens the tie consider-
ably and makes it ideal for Spring.
wear in town.
'The ,second tie carries a casual fig-
ure on a solid ground. In choosing
ties of this type one should attenpt
to secure a figure that is individuaL
The third tie is the ever popular
club stripe tie. It is available in a
variety of color combinations and
goes with almost any type of suit.
Socks Harmonize
Socks, too, may harmonize or con-
trast with the suit, but in this case
it is better to have harmonizing
socks. Of the group shown here, the
argyle patterned sock, on the extreme
left in the illustration, is suitable in
bold colors for country wear with
country suits. The conservative
clocked sock in the center is for use
in town, and in black with a white
clock it is not incorrect for wear with
the dinner jacket. The third sock,
bearing horizontal stripes of varying
widths, may be worn in either town
or country. It is a smart conserva-
tive sock and is particularly recom-
mended to those with thin ankles,
because the horizontal stripes, give
an appearance of greater breadth on
the ankle.
PILLOW HELPS SLEEPLESS
The first real innovation in pillows,
the "L"-shaped pillow, has proved
itself a great improvement over con-
ventional types. This pillow is de-
signed to fit into the curve of the
shoulder, and to keep the head in a
straight line with the spine. The re-
sult is a deeper and more restful
sleep. It has proved most valuable
to insomniacs, and most people who
have tried it have given up the more
conventional oblong pillow for good.
Pillow cases are made to fit this new,
design.
Spring Coronation r
Influences Fashion h
The Coronation of His Majesty,
King George VI, has inspired many
new fashions and colors. Most prom-
inent among these are Coronation red
and Coronation blue. On the right are
shown a pair of suspenders and gar-[
ters in Coronation blue. These are;
constructed in a smart and service-1
able manner and the colors are par-
ticularly appropriate at this time.
Between them is shown a leather
belt with a leather-covered horse-'
shoe shaped buckle for wear with odd
slacks in active sports when a coat is
not worn, or for use when no waist-
coat is worn. With a single-breasted
suit a smart belt is a valuable necess-
ity, and the model shown here re-
flects the latest trend in this depart-
ment.
Buttonholes May Help
In Rolling Back Cuffs
All men's suits carry buttons on the
sleeves, suits for the country having
three buttons, and town suits having
four buttons on each sleeve. Most of
these, however, have merely a line of
stitching and will not open.
Smart custom tailors frequently
make the buttonholes workable, and
in addition to adding an individual
touch to the suit, they permit a man
to roll back his cuffs ifrhe is desirous
of washing his hands, or, of doing any
sort of light work that might soil his
cuffs.
.Ondon Urchins Jeer At
Fantastic Appearance Of
'Men About Town'
One of the most colorful figures of
,he latter part of the 19th Century
as Viscount Allen. Captain Gronow
escribed him as a "tall, stout, pom-
ous looking personage remarkably
vell got up . . . His only exercise and
isual walk was from White's to
rockford's and from Crockford's to
White's" (two celebrated London
lubs).
Hires Coach
Both of these establishments are
n St. James Street, and the distance
)etween the two was only a few
ards. He seldom left London and
>n one occasion at Dover he found it
;o quiet and country-like that he was
inable to sleep. So Lord Alvanley
iired a coach to drive to and fro
n front of the windows all night and
nade one of the inn servants give the
London watchman's call at intervals:
'Half past two and a stormy night."
[he treatment is said to have been
uccessful, and during the rest of
Viscount Allen's stay at Dover he
lept soundly.
London's Own Romeo
Another picturesque figure promi-
rent in the early part of the same
century was Mr. "Romeo" Coates. Mr.
Coates was a wealthy gentleman of
West Indian origin, who created a
sensation in Bath and London in
the early days of the Regency. Dur-
ing the day he wore heavy furs. At
night his handsome evening dress
outfit sparkled with diamonds. He
loved to drive in the Park in a shell-
shaped carriage drawn by two fine
horses, usually dappled greys.
Conspicuous on both the vehicles
and on the trappings of the horses
was his crest: "While I live I crow,"
The gamins of London were not slow
to appreciate the unique spectacle
and his fantastic equipage. He was
invariably heralded by their cries of
"Cock-a-doodle-do" whenever he' ap-
peared in Hyde Park.
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Covert Topcoat
Proper In Both
Town, Country
The covert cloth topcoat enjoys
a welnighd permanentaplace inthe
er it be a single-breasted or double-
breasted model. You will see them
worn in both town and country.
This raglan sleeve, single-breast-
ed, fly front, notch lapel covert cloth
The VAN BOVEN Label Says
"STYLEA.UT-O"R"iITY"
New ideas in fashion spring from many sources.
But not all ideas are good ideas !
They must conform to good taste.
Our sources for Spring merchandise represent the
most authoritative.
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everything that bears the Van Boven Label -- the
best of everything a man wears
Our clothes are tailored by hand from the choicest
fabrics that Scotland, England and
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$40 to $75
$40 upward
New Spring Shirtings and Neckwear
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