Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Edwardian Era Ladies' Dresses - 1907 National Cloak and Suit Company Catalog


Edwardian Era Ladies' Dresses - 1907 National Cloak and Suit Company Catalog

No. 1064
A stylish dress is needed by every woman, and this model will respond to fashionable indoor or visiting service.

The Waist is tucked on the shoulders, with tucks arranged at the center of the back, where the closing is made. The front is shaped in a V, revealing a lace chemisette topped by a high stock. Buttons ornament the plastron front, and turn-back cuffs give a neat finish to the elbow sleeves; the belt is removable. Long sleeves may be had if desired, without extra charge.

The Skirt has thirteen gores, in side-plaited effect, stitched to a little below the hips and falling into deep plaits. Two folds of the material constitute the trimming.

No. 1065
Straps and buttons are cleverly combined on this chic costume, and all of the season's latest essentials are embraced in its shaping, making it one of our most attractive suits.

The Waist exhibits a tucked cloth vest in chemisette outline. The popular Gibson plaits are employed on the shoulders, and the full length sleeves are trimly completed with regulation band cuffs. The stock collar is ornamented with a tab; the belt is removable. Closes in back.

The Skirt has eleven gores with alternate gores formed of short panels and inverted plaits, the desired flare being obtained by side and full length box-plaits.

No. 1066
The charm of this exclusive design is emphasized by the introduction of straps and buttons as embellishing features, and it embodies the choicest requirements of style.

The Waist exhibits tucks in front and also at the back, and conventional cuffs finish the graceful elbow sleeves. The chemisette and collar are developed in lace, and a stitched band of the material with decorative buttons, provides the elaboration. A separate belt is included. Closes in back. Long sleeves may be had if desired, without extra charge.

The Skirt consists of ten gores with two box-plaits in front, and eight side-plaits which are stitched to a little above the knee, below which the fulness sets in plaits.






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