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Show Fall Millinery Says 'More Haf With Trend to Greater Elegance By CIIERIE NICHOLAS I," v I ' V t . v t , v If - - i " - , - N "v ' I " 3, j 1 I ; ik l-' 1 ? C 4 i "JO-END excitement reigns in the millinery realm this season, due to a radical, almost revolutionary change in hat silhouettes, inspired by the new "more hat" movement that seems to be bringing about many new trends in contours for fall. Also, a new era of elegance is being launched of luxurious trimmings, trim-mings, brilliant dramatic color and the use of rich handsome media throughout. As we all know, hats have been growing smaller and smaller, almost al-most to the vanishing point this last season. Advance millinery showings for fall,' however, declare definitely in favor of the "more hat" idea. The new hats coming in take on an air of importance which carries the good news that "real millinery" is returning with great pomp and glory. This movement toward sizable hats that will stay on without coaxing coax-ing does not mean that small hats are out of the "picture." Even the so-called small hat, however, refuses to stay really small this season, for there is a new bulkiness being added in thickened berets of the bumper type, and via 'massive drapes for turbans, or trimming arrangements, some of which just stop short of being top heavy. Ifs the hat with the brim that Impresses one with the fact that drastic changes are taking place in silhouettes this fall. There's really something to them both as to crown and brim that makes them take on an air of importance. Lavished as many are with rich plumage and color-bright feather fantasies, also precious embroidery, the new "more hat" versions look very new and Imposing. As pictures speak louder than words we are illustrating herewith here-with a group of advance hats selected from styles shown by Chi cago Fashion industries for mid-season mid-season and early fall wear. The hat centered in the group is typically in the new fall 1944 mood. Itis made of gleaming black satin, for satin, you know, is the rage for everything this season from dresses and suits to hats and accessories. So here's your cue, buy a satin hat for your fall fashion-first. This model tunes smartly to the "more hat" idea. Just the thing to wear with your suit and coat dresses is the subtly draped hat above to the left in the group. It comes in a rough textured wool with dangles of flirtatious rings of self-fabric, and a curtain of fringe about the brim. Centered above is a hat that broadcasts style news of a trend to dramatic side drapes. Interesting stitching is used together with a loop and a swirl of braid. The ladies will be tipping their hats this fall as you see above to the right in the group. This side-drape beret makes a flourish of a side piece that keeps it secure, finishing it off with braid and a handsome tassel. For a hat that will win compliments compli-ments choose the feathered beauty shown below to the left. This little flatterer is designed for gala occasion. occa-sion. Gorgeous flowers made all of feathers are blossoming out in full bloom on many of the loveliest fall hats. Feather flowers in lush fuchsia are charmingly arranged on the little black hat as shown below to the right. More satin! Centered below is a charming little hat that tells you that dashing satin trims will gleam from many a hat this fall, used for drapes and luscious large bows. New, too, are scroll motifs of satin, appliqued on smart felts. Released by Western Newspaper Union. |