Akua Pra Fashions

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Here’s one for our times: this Vogue article from 1916 promises “smart fashions for limited incomes.” According to the author, ”It need take only a little new material, a little wit, and a seamstress to join smart fashion and limited income together.”

A couple of bon mots that still hold true today:

“A formal suit is something the limited income is most of all in need of, for it will carry a woman anywhere.”

“The dark brown velvet or satin suit of last year may become the chemise coat-dress of this year.”

“For the formal evening gown, the limited income can choose nothing better than black.”