Show prints tell a fascinating midsummer fashion story by CHERIE NICHOLAS F 1 S A v Y n K y N S 0 kf HERE is winsome aim to I 1 a we JL i iati flatter r aspect apt toie to the cr current e midsummer print fashions whether they be for day or evening wear that one feels even if it is not expressed in actual words never have prints been put to such novel fascinating uses as now which added to the charm and beauty of the prints themselves accounts for their supremacy throughout the current fashion program among outstanding print styling tricks of more than ordinary interest there is first the tremendous influence that peasant fashions are wielding throughout the scheme of costume design seems as if the greater part of the younger generation are stepping out in gay dirndls of bizarre prints offset with peasant blouses and bodice tops that charm with their flattering low necklines klines there is a gay gypsy air about these costumes made picturesque with colorful necklaces and bracelets and with flowers in the hair to which no word picture can do justice the print skirt and contrast blouse or bodice top theme has proved so intriguing designers are playing it up in connection with many of their choicest evening modes the party frock illustrated is sure to be admired wherever it goes the alluring materials printed crinkly organ die for the skirt with pique for the fitted bodice are surprisingly inexpensive which goes to show how beautifully one can be gowned at E aeed 11 A 4 little outlay when smart cottons go formal the bouffant skirt while it has a flavor of picturesque peasantry has that about it which cle denotes notes ultra modernism appreciate the way this skirt of crinkled or gandie stands up without wrinkling linder under frequent packing and unpacking when then the devoted war bride follows her husband from one duty post to another A charming gown this to include in a trousseau war wardrobe drobel when it comes to prints for afternoon wear the smartest up to the minute dresses herald the new slim straight lines which are scheduled for the duration period in the fabric saving program such are the two new york creations here shown refined style distinctive types that are definitely of summer 1943 vintage the two piece glamour print centered in the picture is in pink and pale blue on a black crepe background the important feature of this suit is that the skirt is straight and slim in accordance with prescribed rules the print is delicately designed and widely spaced here is a costume that is practical yet dressy enough for cocktail wear the hip length jacket has crepe covered buttons the ruffled jabot effect at the high neckline with a pink crepe tie is very up to date an outstanding novelty print is selected because of its unusual design for the one piece dress shown to the right here navy blue crepe is spattered with a gay array of pink and blue victory flags the dress has a fitted waistline with navy patent belt that ties casually in front the ie V neckline and the s short W r s sleeves 1 eeves have the 1943 summer look about them its prints and prints and more prints wherever one goes this summer at the beach the latest fashion is prints designed in the mood of mexican tropics that make up effectively in dressmaker swim suits that have draped bras with separate button up skirts and clever bolero jackets tuned to many purpose wear so they are therefore as practical as they are glamorous clever prints designed especially with gay peasant fashions in mind include woven to resemble jersey that has the effect of handwork handiwork in embroidered stitching one of this series of prints is made to resemble a sampler cross stitched in black and white on a beige ground A faithful reproduction of a patchwork quilt forms the pattern of another print released by western newspaper union |