WOMEN’S WORLD

Manawatu Standard, Volume LII, Issue 51, 30 January 1932, Page 11

WOMEN’S WORLD

Mrs J v Murray has returned to Palmerston North after spending a holiday at Dunedin. .' Mrs F. G. Woollams, of Feilding, is visiting Plimmerton. v Miss Nancy Wheeler, of Wellington, is the guest of Mrs W. G. Fry, Feilding- v Miss Lorna* Grant, of Palmerston North, has' returned from a holiday spent in Christchurch. , Mesdames H. Garner, H. Dickel and T. Simpson have returned to. Palmerston North, from the croquet tournament at Wanganui...

Mr and Mrs Ivan Shaw', of Whangaripa, North Auckland, have been spending a fortnight’s holiday as the guests of Mrs G. Shaw, senr., and Mrs Tilson, Ferguson Street. ' The engagement is announced of Kathleen second daughter of Mr and Mrs. A. McKenzie, Palmerston North, to Percy Campbell, eldest son of Mr and Mrs P. Tulloch, Auckland. Mr. S. Standen, of Auckland, is visiting his daughter, Mrs F. C. Litchfield, at Palmerston North. Mrs S. Tombs and Miss Patricia Tombs, of Hamilton, are staying with Mr and Mrs Litchfield. 1 " ' :■ . June Scott, of Palmerston North, was a successful competitor at the Utiku sports on Thursday. In the under 14 years classes or the • Highland events she carried off three first prizes and a second, her wins including the Seantruibhas, Highland fling and sword dance. ,

Miss Hetty Stowe, who is shortly to he married, was the guest of honour yesterday afternoon at a tennis party given by Miss Phyllis Abraham at her residence, Park Road. The guests on this occasion brought handkerchiefs for the bride-elect, and the parcels disclosed a charming variety of dainty articles. After strenuous games of tennis, afternoon tea served . under the beautiful elm trees that grace the garden was a pleasant interlude. Before the party concluded Miss Stowe expressed thanks for the gifts. The first meeting of the new year of the Cheltenham Women’s Institute was held at Miss Barratt’s 1 apiary •at Kiwitea. There was .not a .very large attendance, but those who did go spent a most delightful afternoon under the trees at the edge of a large pioce of native bush; Before the commencement of the meeting, Miss Barratt gave a demonstration on taking swarms of bees and removing honey from the hives. A vote ‘of • sympathy with Mrs and Mr McCorkindale and family was passed in the usual way. The group picnic for February 13 was •liscussed and after making enquiries and finally visiting the spot, it was decided that the termination . of River Road past the Kiwitea Post Office was the most suitable 6pot. A lecture, on Maori art was given by Mr J. McEwan find he- had numerous specimens of ■Maori carvings, etc., to illustrate his subject. It was decided to hold the usual February meeting at Mrs Hocken’s residence, ‘'Gfassmere,” Colyton, when Miss Gardner from Auckland, will give a talk on pottery. Votes of thanks were passed to the hostesses. Mrs Taylor, Miss Perry, Mrs W. Clapham and to the lecturer and special thanks’ were extended to Miss Barratt for the happy afternoon spent in such picturesque surroundings. Miss Hazel . Litchfield, of Church Street, whose marriage takes place this, evening, has been the guest of honour at several pleasant, social gatherings. Miss Jean Blackwood was the hostess, at a very enjoyable “pantry” tea held at her home in Church Street, Competitions provided entertainment and a delicious afternoon tea was much appreciated. Miss Blackwood received her guests, num. boring about fourteen, wearing a frock of floral georgette. _ Miss Litchfield.wore a black and white frock with scarlet spots and a black Robin Hood hat. There was much amusementwhen the parcels were opened 'and Miss Litchfield later very suitably expressed her thanks. Members of the Terrace End Tennis Club held a gift evening for Miss Litchfield, who is one of the most popular players, having been associated with’’' the dub for about eleven . years. Dancing and competitions, with elocutionary numbers contributed by Miss Wiscnnewsky and Mr J. Davidson, made the func-, tion a very pleasant one. When Miss Litchfield was called upon to open the parcels, a nice array of gifts was disclosed. Mr F. McLachlan, in asking her acceptance of these expressions of esteem, paid a tribute to her tennis ability and recalled that he had assisted her in her early training in this sport. Musical honours were accorded the guest. Mr Colin Anderson returned thanks on behalf of Miss Litchfield and himself. FAREWELL PARTY. Last Thursday evening Mrs Coughlan and Misses Moira and jSigaira Coughlan were met at their home in Princess Street by a large number of friends, vyho tendered them a “surpriso farewell” party prior to their departure for Tauranga next week. The party was arranged by Mr Duckworth, under whose management the spirit of jollity and fun was well sustained throughout the evening. Dancing and vocal items, etc., contnnued in no small measure to the pleasure. Later in the evening all adjourned to the Broadway Lounge, where supper was served. The party broke up. at a late hour, after expressions of regret at the impending departure of Mrs Coughlan and her daughters and best wishes for their future in their new home had been voiced. ' SUMMER SWEATERS. A knitted sweater or jumper was once thought quite unsuitable ' for summer wear, but now, with the popularity of knitting, and crochet as a pastime, and the introduction of a •wide range of pretty, pastel-tinted lightweight wools and knitting silks, the summer sweater has become a very fashionable garment indeed, and one which has proved its usefulness, especially for. the girl who indulges in sport. Short oyer-blouses and jumpers are fashion’s latest note, and to copy them, in silk or wool in an open, lacelike stitch, is an.easy task for.even an inexperienced knitter. Worn, with a linen or silk, skirt, or used as a cardigan, and slipped on over a blouse and skirt or a one-piece, short-sleeved frock, the knitted sweater gives iust enough warmth without bulk. Against a background of white Shetland wool, gay designs, are worked into the newest sweaters. Large spots, in'vivid tones are fashionable,--while broad stripes are. also favoured. A Bet, which oonsists. of a sweater .and a narrow soarf to match, makes a smart addition to the sports ensemble. • Summer sweaters .are . all shortsleeved, the sleeves ending well above the elbow,, which makes the task of. knitting or crocheting one less .tedious than the knitting of, a winter sweater..

PASSION FRUIT BUTTER. Take eight passion fruity one large tablespoonful of butter, two eggs, ;a' breakfastcupful of sugar. Remove pulp from fruit and put into a saucepan with the sugar and lightly-beaten eggs and butter. Stir mixture over fire till thick, but do not let it boil > when cool put ipto jars and cover.- '

UNIVERSITY WOMEN.

Per Press Association. CHRISTCHURCH, Jan. 29. The conference of .the New Zealand Federation of University Women concluded to-day. The following delegates were appointed to, represent New Zealand at the international conference in Edinburgh: —Dr. ,E. Bryson (Wellington). Dr. Hilda Northcroft (Auckland), Miss D. Yates (Auckland). The election of officers • resulted: Dominion president, Dr. .E. Bryson (Wellington); vice-presidents, Miss M. E. Sims, Miss A. F. Ironside (Canterbury), Dr. Ada Paterson’ (Wellington) ; secretary,' Miss C. Heine (Wellington) : treasurer, Miss M. C. 01aehan (Wellington). - ’ , It, was decided to transfer the Dominion headquarters to Wellington. ( , - RIVAL FASHIONS. . THE CAPE OR THE JACKET? The short evening jacket which has, enjoyed so much favour is now finding a formidable rival in the evening cape, ; equally brief and attractive. For summer evening wear, the cape will replace the jacket in many ensembles.- The little cape, cut on circular .lines, of lace, chiffon or georgette, makes a pretty finish to the frock; and provides quite' enough covering for. warm weather. Most capes are made of- the same fabric as the frock, but the - contrasting cape has also won fashion’s approval, and allows for some delightful colour schemes. A scarlet chiffon capo .worn , with a white frock and scarlet shoes suggests itself as one striking colour combination. Capes of lustrous white or off-white satin, banded with fur, will make a luxurious wrap to ’ accompany a black or pastel shaded frock. In chiffon, pastel colours 'are combined, and . pale pink capes worn with pale blue frocks, and' so on.

Velvet is still left to the little jacket or bolero.

FASHION NOTES. LOVELINESS FOR THE EVENING.

Now that the “Little Season” shows sighs of becoming more cheerful again, women are considering the problem of new evening frocks and coats (writes a London correspondent). Peau d’ange and velvet are two of the most fashionable materials for ev.ening wear. - Peau d’ange, introduced earlier in the year as a bridal fabric,, is now seen in colours, a certain cyclamen shade being especially pretty. ' - " ~*"' Square necked evening frocks are new, so are dresses that are “cut out” at the back, so that there is a strapped effect instead of a waist-line decolletage. Edna Best wears one of these dresses in her new play, “There’s Always Juliet.” Her frock is of gold lame, and is most charming, while, for a wrap, she chooses a brown velvet coat, three-quarter length and cut to a point at the back. The combination of the two colours is highly successful. Although -plain materials have been fashionable all the season, women are beginning to think that a change is coming, and with the spring we. will be wearing patterned dresses again. Certainly, the very newest. evening frocks are often carried out in figured

brocades and chiffons, and the models at these mid-season collections are indicative of the coming styles. Lace frocks never go out of favour, but the laces vary from time to time, so that we may not. grow tired of' them. A heavy, coarse lace is being used to make some of the latest frocks. It hangs on particularly good lines, giving the slim effect that is now so desirable. I saw one delightful evening frock the other day, made of purple lace, it featured the moulded hip line that is universally adopted now, while the back of the .skirt was very cleverly cut to give the slightest bustle effect, although actually there was no bulkiness to disturb the set of the accompanying purple velvet coat. The only trimming given to the dress was a diamapte belt at the >vaist —simplicity is the distinguishing feature of the new models, which prefer to depend for their effect on the perfection of their cut. The moulded line at the hips must, however, flow into graceful fullness towards the 'hem, that is one of the strictest of present fashion rules, while bodices, generally short waistea and always slim fitting.' are showing a tendency towards a cross-over line. Woollen evening frocks are having quite a vogue, especially , as they are made of British material 1 They ..re often distinguished by very finely pleated Skirts, which look- quite narrow but really take up an enormous amount of material, as you can see if you hold them out. Satin coats, worn over velvet dresses, ,is a turning of the tables sponsored by one English dress ' designer and ,no one could wonder at his experiment when they saw how delightful a pink velvet dress looked when accompanied by a little Eton jacket of pink satin, .adorned with a hand-painted pattern, done in real gold leaf.