the trimming of dresses, with a certain generosity, or with a certain caution, according to the kind of dress...
And there are two novel trends that will be noticed this autumn. The first is this black scarf tied with a knot at the elbow, used for the first time. The other new thing is the cutting of
collars, or 'necklines,' that stand away from the neck and reveal part of the chest.
And here, madam, are these three singular fashions, lately arrived from the houses of Paris, conveyed to us by Mr. Mansur Munsif, proprietor of the 'Mun Hayim' house of dressmaking and fashions.
An afternoon dress of red broadcloth, adapted from the houses of Christian Dior — Paris.
An afternoon dress of 'ottoman' fabric in mingled black and blue. The pleats at the hips are buttoned. (Jean Dessès), Paris