From page 9 dress): The trend for spiritually inspired modesty adapts some details for Jong, simple dresses, (A carryover from spring, monastic fashions are soon to be replaced by more extravagant looks.) L — as in less is more: At Igedo, fashion was pared down to the basics. (At the recent Paris couture collections, however, designers opted for opulence and deca- dence.) M — as in microminis: In Paris last summer they caused quite a stir, These mini-mini-minis are not much more than a belt, something that barely covers the behind. This winter they are slightly flared, making us think of ice skaters at Lillehammer and helping us form an alliance against wind and cold with colored, ribbed tights. N — as in non-colors: non-colors mean much more than the words suggest. Gentle, natural colors in pure, natural materials like wool, cotton, silk, jute and jinen whose charm lies in the fine nuances. (New York designers busted this trend, showing instead acid brights.) O — as in ottoman: This is the material which is known for its brilliant crosswise heavy-rib Structure. It is especially good for the elegant English dandy look to which the ladies of the winter party may also well take a fancy. P — as in pfoad: Wide-cut cos- tume shirts with half-button pan- els, piping and often rural embroi- dery are referred to as pfoad in the alpine regions, Now they are mak- ing their way into international fashion. Q — as in Quaker: In their skil- ful simplicity and obvious mod- esty the Quakers even convince the fashion designers. White, high-buttoned shirt blauses with- out any decoration to go with plain, black jackets, trousers or skirts, look masculinely strict but extremely pure. R — as in revivalism: People are looking for a new feeling for life and find it in the fink to the past. By turning to the very familiar they are guaranteed romanticism and security. S — as in spencer: A slim-fitting little jacket, wrapped around. but- toned or knotted, the spencer usu- ally ends just under the bust. ft — as in two-in-one: This is part of a trend towards multiple use which fashion customers want and which designers have devel- oped. A jacket in leather or fabric with removable sleeves converts to a waistcoat. U — as in utility wear: Designers adopt the details of uniforms used for work by stewardesses, post- men, policemen, firemen, ticket collectors or the Salvation Army. V — as in Victorian style: Neo- romanticism returns with materials reminiscent of English fairy-tale books and pictures in Victorian style: velvet, silk, lace and also fresh, white cottons with embroi- dery, ribbons and bows. W -—~ as in worker look: Functional, slightly coarse fabrics like denim, cotton, cord and loden are accented with practical details that are useful not only in the working world: zips, quilted lin- ing, leather appliquées, hoods, Velcro fasteners, drawstrings, wind and weather membranes, waterproof finishes that are waxed and oiled. X -- the signal for fashion MENSROOM t 1403 Bellevue Ave., West Vancouver Backpack shoes scarf belt avatlable at Lonsdale Quay Market q Eee aa eR eR nS OR 2nd Floor 986-4893 eer wes yon se Fenn anadahe ee Sn TELL TS ee RA a nates pee occ Fs rn iat fare tae Roane a neh tensed sports: No letter has so much sig- nificance for this fashion trend as the X, staged by the signals and symbols of the street-kid gangs. Authentic and original for insiders only. Y — as in you: it is important for people to choose the styles the are right for their individual personali- ty and lifestyle. Z — as in zip: Forget everything that has ever been called zip up to now. The mega-version is on the march. Big, bigger, different, it is the craze of the season, on jackets, shirts and trousers. Come Celebrate Our Grand Opening of our NEW LOCATION % OFF New Fall Arrivals Till September 30th. DO YOU DARE > TO GET NOTICED? Turn every outfit into an eye-catcher with ao beautiful hat for fall .. uNnIe@ss you don’t like attention Ss Eleanor Mook Park Royal South 922-4630 Be NE REO Foi EI LAE PN A I tle ke I