“ASK WAYNE Groduaied 1968 from the Intemational Fabricare Institute in Silverspring. Moryland. Q. Can I dryclean my casual clothes? (including “Do Not Dryclean” things) ‘AL. The best way to oe ‘take care of your . favorite casual clothing is to bring it to us! Our special process, Casual Care by Sanitone™ was developed exclusively for washable casual clothin including those. items ‘labeled “Do Not»: Dryclean.” ‘Tecan’ "t be. The Ultimate “ NATIVE JEWELLERY Wepboinc Rincs” 441 West 3rd Street, North Vancouver 988-9215 Experience of Hair Free Skin Awaits You Offering the safest and most effective technologies to suit every skin lype TREATMENTS AVAILABLE; Permanent Laser ; Hair-Removal Skin Resurfacing - : Uys Lowest pric ¢ guarantee cul our office ‘jor @ complimentary ¢ "onstikativn or bred Tye. in business since io9r, “926-2609_ “Ocean Walk Medical Centre 88+ Marine Drive . West Vancouver: "Offer vatid only with this coupon, Save rh flanal $10 off monthly dues wita student 1D) : ‘ Kwanden Medical Centre 1-12818 72nd Ave. Surtey: an addi-}: Park er South (above market) “ 926- 1414 - Dear Mattie: Are there any alternatives to suits this season? Seeking style solutions in Seymour Dear Seymour: Yes, tailored suits can be replaced by ewin sets. There is a wide variety of innova- tive skirts and sweater com- binations. The best-looking sweaters are nubby and tex- tured, and look newest when paiced with refined fabrics such as fine wool crepe for day and satin for evening. Cashmere sweaters are be eccably crafted. Bright sweaters and mohair skirts liven up the sombre fall season with a sophisticat- ed and sexy touch. Knits this season artfully explore the FASHION Haul out those big — interaction between colour. and shape. Haul out your knitting needles, the bigger the bet- ter. Oversized sweaters are “ textured, and rustic, yet looked surprisingly light and luxurious. Colours are rich: warm browns, red, burnt tones, crimson and plum. This season’s rich hues transform comfort clothes into luxurious essentials. Knit maven Sonia - Rykicl’s influence has been felt all over Paris this season, as well as in London, Milan and New York. Think of all | ~ those skinny °70s kni : inspiration, : have a poncho e sweaters, the glitter stripes ° *. and those fluorescent-bright accents on black. Sonia” d with fresh er famous * knits are bright and supple . for vests and pants in all. *- colours of the rainbow, worn : with a beret and scarf.00 305° . Stripes jump from, horizontal. = to vertical in the same outti and asymmetric pullovers fec Rykiel’s knit twin-set,: “beret and full taffeta skirts orchid purple with a lay ful: ly overscaled ruby ‘ed Hermis sticks to the tried - and true, with riding boots “and cashmere sweaters; grey’ flannel skirts and duffel : ‘coats. Classic knits are the epitome of understated lux ury. In a sea of grey, camel; chocolate, black and pearl | come bursts of saffron in : homespun knits that could: be ey up and carried like gold hues lend warmth to angora turtlenecks and *: mohair. skirts; while silh _ ettes dance between fincly - includes colle Hight ‘turtieneck sweaters. les tailored and ferninine. Rowley’s sexy, polished styling is “downtown” yet highly wearable. Italian designer Angela Missoni’s zigzag knits come in red, camel, and flaming hues — or in boid yellow, - turquoise, beige and white. The look is positively Psy- os chedelic. Miu Miu has hit the nail on the head. Miuccia Prada . _ takes a basic short-sleeved © sweater and gives it a couple of tucks and suddenly, i it’s PF key piece. “If you like a funkier look, then Galliano’s thick knits: °) are threaded with fur strips: |. | Alexander McQuceen’s enor- mous knits are made of hug coils of rope yarn, like deco- rative growths. Lanvin’s big mohair and angora pullcvers: are detailed with gold: threading. Deccration and colour unite in a stained: + glass effect. Wool angora : _ blend sweaters with sequins, ’ rhinestones and ¢mbreide: for a blend of femininity, : modernity, and trendy retro - Knits have come along , wi y this season. CK's fitted jackets ‘and. sharply detailed trousers skirts are being worn with’ casual cashmere crewnecks. Hilfiger’s ek look: pp sportswear influence ‘pairing sweaters with full : ., Satin or beaded: ey : mere sweater or a Tus tubby look. The 280s cur ntly Setting a youn: gencration of style-makers _on fire and translating’ _shapes‘and materials into modern les: ‘My * fashion "advis Send your questions for Mate Johnstone c/o the: Nortit Sb ; News. E-mail to