SUND41AY, DECEM~BER 11, 1940 T NIT 1MICTTC AV T l ATT.V PAGE F TEVTN 11111 1V11L 111V H1\. .LL& 1L. 2. x nu L r.4 c:vI Male Fashion Experts Advise SpecialCare of Tux, Tails Christmas, J-Hop Formals Replenish Stock Of Local Stores in Varied Colors, Cuts, Prices It takes more than a quick run! to Sam the Tailor's and the aid of a roommate to cut an imposing figure for that formal dance, cam- pus lotharios have discovered. Wholesale ignorance on males' parts of what to wear, how much to wear and how to wear it has occasioned many a groan of dis- gust and sheer amazement from clothes-conscious coeds. They know they must go through an af- ternoon of torture to doll their torsos; why shouldn't their dates put in more time and judgment than usually? MALE FASHION experts agree that an overdose of last-minute cleaning, cutting and general primping is unnecessary. Complete mutual satisfaction in appearance, they say, may be gained by follow- ing a few simple suggestions: 1. That in-between-formals dust and lint will be a thing of the past if you hang your tux in a full-length garment bag, cello- phane or heavy paper bag. TAa * THIS PRACTICE assures pro-.- tection against undue wrinkling, brought about by a couimon guess I'll shove all my clothes to one side of the closet to give my roommate some space' attitude. 2. Stiff tuxedo shirts, after laundering, shonld be kept as far apart as possible from other shirts in that crowded drawer. Constantly dhoving it to one side to get at those schoolshirts only necessitates a new pressing, easily avoidable when stored in a relatively empty drawer or that spacious closet shelf. 3. Jewelry accessories (cufflinks, shirt studs, tie clips) should be isolhted in a box or case for that purpose. Pity the poor male when, with a date to pick up in five min- utes, he can't find any of his Swank collarbuttons or links! THE ENSEMBLE need not be patterned after what Adolphe Menjou was last seen wearing; simplicity and good taste are the keynotes to a happy formal. Basic "taboos" are black tux, maroon handkerchief in lapel; cufflinks and studs that don't match; and unshined black shoes. By BARBARA SMITH I With holiday balls in sight and J-Hop just around the corner, co- eds are turning their thoughts to' suitable formal fashions. In answer to demand, local stores have replenished their stock, of evening dresses and are featur- ing formals appropriate to the Yuletide season. Carrying out the formal Christ- was theme, satins and velvets, in both dark green and warm, deep red, have taken a prominent place in the store windows. A WIDE SELECTION of strap- less gowns are being offered, for Ann Arbor buyers have found them to be the favorite style among Michigan coeds. As for cost, local saleswomen state that students here choose formals in the 25 to 40 dollar bracket. Prices range, however, from $16.95 up, with some crea- tions passing the $100 mark. An innovation in formal wear is the use of nylon net, marquisette, and tulle. Evening dresses made or trimmed in these materials are available in white, red, and in soft pastel shades. * * * REPLACING cotton net, the ny- lon fabric has the advantage of greater durability. It is not as eas- ily torn as is cotton, and it re- quires no pressing. Surprising though it may seem, formals made from nylon are no more expensive than were the dresses they replaced. This is explained by the fact that cotton net skirts must be fashioned with two layers of material in order to give them the needed body and form. The nylon * * * * Coats Feature ShortieStyles Sharpen those scissors! The word has arrived from our, designers in New York that the shortie length coat will definitely be '"it" in the spring fashion world. Few full-length toppers will be shown as coats seem to' be following the trend in women's appearal toward shorter and short- er lines. Belted and full back coats will share the limelight with half-belts and inverted pleats adding a new effect in spring wear. Ccmbination of checks, plaids, and solid colors are being shown now to buyers from leading stores all over the country. Predomin- ating color for spring will be white with navy blue and beige not far behind in popularity. Pastels will also be shown in many and vary- ing shades. Button and collar detail will be especially different next year with notched, stand-up and shawl ef- fect collars running races for pop- ularity. The fly front, however, will continue to be in style. Novelty materials for spring coats will be a welcome sight to the coed who would like to get away from the usual wool and gabardine. Chinchilla cloth is be- ing revived for outdoor wear and will be displaying itself on the college campus this spring. Clip your jackets, too, as the newest length will be waist length. Both jackets and coats will be lin- ed with contrasting materials and colors for a new effect. Rose Print Designs Featured In New Silk, Rayon Creations r Mention of print dresses brings to mind roses as this theme pre- dominates in the latest silk and rayon creations. Appropriate attire for the young and for the sophisticated may be found in a number of collections by famous designers. Although they are not all prints the rose theme is developed in other ways. One black marquisette creation had a bouffant skirt entirely of petals. A mauve satin was shown with cascades of silken roses on either side of a flaring skirt. Ingenuity was displayed in other gowns. Yellow talisman veiled in green net on the bodice of a bouffant dress was shown by one designer. Other varia- tions were huge pink roses set on a short organdy frock, and pink roses studding the draped stole of a Nattier blue organdy. Fine embroidered Swiss organ- dy made up one frock with raised roses over bluish pink wrapped at the pleated line of the decol- letage with tender green. Ir II A " .' - ,_ r ' . t, J ""' Rabideau's Food Market Wishes You A MERRY CHRISTMAS -Daily-Burt Sapowitch FORMAL FASHION-The strapless evening dress has proven to be the favorite style in formal wear among Michigan coeds. Nancy Eichenlaub and Sherry Truesdell, pictured above, model a pale blue taffeta and a pink net. ms 721 E Huron Tel. 76861 * * net, although a more expensive; cloth, requires only one layer, thus balancing the cost of manufacture. * * * A MORE UNIQUE material in the field of formal fashion is cor- duroy. It was first introduced last year and received immediate ap- proval from the public. Many de- season. 6 . *i signers are featuring it again this II ______________________ ----4 LATEST FANCIES: af -- 0 @t ** M TWEE.D 6 92"lt W E ......................... - I Unique Accessories Created TWEED SERIES 0 FOR THE BATH o Q(. 0 O 0 0O - Bath Oil $1.75. Bath Salts $1.75- Bubble Bath $1.75. Bath Powder $1.50 De Luxe Soap (3 cakes to a box) $2.00 Not shown-Bouquet Tweed $1.25 to $4.00, with atomizer $1.60 and $2.60 And, of course, your beloved Tweed Perfume from $1.75 to $57.50 (Prices plus taxes) U eA uarrY SOUTH STATE AT NORTH UNIVERSITY Unique accessories capture the fancy and finance of even the most practical woman. Recently fashion designers have come up with some fabulous wardrobe complements which they guarantee will tempt the best bal- anced budget. Enterprising crea- tors have put innovations on the market which will glamorize mi- lady from toe tips to her stylishly uncovered shoulders. An exclusive New York shoe firm has introduced the latest in dressy foot wear, lace slippers. The shoes are being shown in soft kidskin. The lace is laid in black or white, which may be dyed in gem-matching colors. A VARIETY of popular styles are presented, some with the ad- dition of a glittery rhinestone clip or a pert lace and leather bow. Among -the collection are sling pumps, ankle straps and opera pumps. All are cut low to flatter the tapering lines of the ankle and foot. Imported straight from France is another unusual accessory which would set off a pair of the lace slippers described above most strikingly. In imitation of the fashions of the twenties, French women have taken to wearing lace flounces, fastened at the waist, over cocktail dresses and evening gowns. Now American women have adopted the trend and lace over- skirts in many colors, including white for the bridal gown, are being shown in feminine apparel shops in the nation's fashion cen- ters. TO COMPLETE the list of new lace accessories stoles, also im- ported from France, are being featured. They are designed par- ticularly for formal wear and serve as subtle accents to bare shoulders. Something brand new in the realm of lingerie for lounging was shown at a New York fash- ion show recently. r- Models garbed in fur bras were effective show stoppers. The brasj were styled in flat furs, mainly mink, ermine, leopard and broad- tail. They provide novel attire for women during their moments of relaxation. * * * THE COMMON sweater, foun- dation of all campus wardrobes, has undergone a drastic meta- morphosis inspired by the Pari- sians. The latest in casual sweater styles is the fur sweater, which blouses like a cardigan and is ribbed at the waist and cuffs. The most popular designs come in black persian lamb. The purse collector and those who dislike groping through vol- uminous handbags will find a valuable (and expensive) addi- tion to their evening bags in the stream-lined, compact version, known as the "Magpie." It is only 10/a inches long by a few inches in width and boasts re- markable carry-all capacity. The bag is being shown in rhinestone-studded black satin or suede. Within its slim confines it holds an unbelieveable numbertof gold and jeweled fittings including a change purse, cigarette case, lipstick, encased comb, perfume box, keychain with attached flash- light and a compact. BLACK NYLON Gowns Slips Petticoats Garter Belts Briefs For the most wonderful gift of all, give black lingerie. Sophisticated black, in styles to suit every taste, will make this Christmas the best ever. DeIicate trim- ming adds a flattering touch. Also in Rayon Crepe : ,. . >':j k ..: " ,,,,++ :i Ry ' knee deep in sculptured lace! 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