THE MICHIGAN DAILY Spring Accessories Should ImproveI A Man's Appearance If Well-Chosen London Dudes Of Gay 1800's Showed Color , 1 II 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, .. PO,, I / / em". X7 ,7 -Copyright, 1937, Esquire, Inc. 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. A -Copyright, 1937, Esquire, Inc. 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. ) I,- I f6 .' k * _. t * Hence the "Style Authority" which attaches to 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 America can produce. * SUITS.. COATS.. $40 to $75 $40 upward New Spring Shirtings and Neckwear NOW ON DISPLAY VAN BOVEN, nc. -Copyright, 1937, Esquire, Inc.