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Show I 'Twixt Us Teens j by Tibby Tucker April showers bring forth May flowers - - - and darling daughters of Utah garbed in the most colorful uniform for stormy days that the fashion scene has witnessed in years, Rain coats now come in such exciting fabrics - - - such fetching styles - - - such yummy colors that teens find themselves wearing them as all-weather coats. Rain or shine - - - day or night - - - these fashion favorites brighten the picture. There are traditional corduroy coats, only the ribbing is wider' than before. Thick wale corduroy or velva-cord is soft and elegant looking, yet tailors well and is practical to keep looking clean and neat Treated to be water-resistant, this type of garment is truly practical for spring storms. Another popular style is the yarn-dyed tapestry brocade that is elegant enough for the most formal of occasions. It now comes treated against storm and dampness. Being water-repellant and beautiful, too, this full-length coat is truly a practical item to invest in. Consider the cotton poplin coats - - - polished or twill type of fabrics - - - for they are lightweight and very high style. They shed water like a duck's downy back. They hold their shape, keep color-bright, color-bright, and lend themselves to the new fads of fashion, such as empire line or oriental side slit, very easily. Often these coats are lined with flannel or milium for added warmth. Pert caps come to match the coats. There are the Sou'wester type or the jockey cap which look tailored and very youthful and are flattering to young teens in any amount of deluge. A girl would be wise to invest in a bright scarf and a pair of string gloves to blend or contrast dramatically with the raincoat or cape of her choice and she's all set to be the girl a boy would most like to get caught in a rainstorm with. |