al cut or the
use of lace and chiffon. One should wear delicate shoes, white or
light-colored gloves, and appropriate jewels, of which it is not good
taste to have too lavish a display.

As hostess at an afternoon reception or luncheon one may wear an
elaborate gown of the richest materials, with either long sleeves and
high neck, or elbow sleeves and slightly low neck. As guest one may
wear a walking suit, with pretty blouse, white gloves, and decorative
hat.

The usual dress for a formal breakfast is much the same as for a
luncheon,--a pretty afternoon street costume, with a dainty blouse,
gloves, and "picture" hat, which is not removed. In summer, a gown of
light material, such as organdie, muslin, or other soft goods, dainty
and somewhat elaborate, is in good taste. Hat and gloves are
invariably worn with this gown if the affair is ceremonious.

For church wear, a quiet, rather simple street dress, which does not
proclaim that either money or time has been spent upon it to any
notable extent, is by far the most appropriate. The suit should be
becoming but inconspicuous.

Ball costume is conventionally gay and elaborate, the lightest of
materials being used, especially by those who intend to take part in
the dancing, and a dainty effect being sought. Any costly,
rich-looking materials are used, and a wide range of fashion is
permitted. The gown is cut short-sleeved and decollete, and the
dancing shoes are of satin or very fine kid. Jewels are worn but
sparingly by young women in their first season in society. The costume
of a debutante at her first ball is usually white.

At an informal dinner, any pretty gown may be worn, with special
attention to the coiffure.

Black should never be worn at a wedding. If one does not care to lay
it aside for the time being, one should not attend.

For men, the proper costume for an early morning breakfast is the
black cutaway coat with gray trousers, and other details as for a
formal breakfast. In summer a gray morning suit with fancy waistcoat,
or white flannels or linen, with appropriate hat, shoes, and tie, is
permissible.

At a formal breakfast men wear frock coats, fancy waistcoats, gray
trousers, patent-leather shoes, large ties, high hats, and gray
gloves.

Afternoon dress for formal functions between noon and evening
consists of a double-breasted black frock coat, or a black cutaway
coat, with either light or dark waistcoat, gray trousers,
patent-leather shoes