The Archive · 1929

The Return of the

HOSTESS GOWN

We have only to gaze upon the lustrous, clinging robe illustrated to understand perfectly why the erstwhile tea-gown-—rechristened the Hostess Gown—is considered the loco do resistance of the intimate wardrobe by every luxury-levin feminine heart. icing With the return to soft frills and flowing draperies, it has seemed the natural thing to'welcome back the tea gown. "And those days it is quite sniart to receive one's guests for bridge, tea, or any other informal entertainment in one of these exuisite robes The model shown, of lustrous beige satin, fashioned fal, but not exaggerated trains The and form a grace-

satin robe is worn over a beautiful slip of crepe, trimmed at its upper edge and down the center panel section with deep ecru Aelneons lace. Pearls and beige satin slippers are worn with the costume which is equally lovely for blonde~ and brunette types.

If one wants to be more colourful, however, exquisite models are to be had-in pastel colours; white or ivory with black lace is also featured; shirred princess robes of coral or capucine transparent velvet are shown for those who would-be striking. No restrictions have been issued to limit one's: choice in the matter of colour and design. cent.

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