MILAN, PARIS and New York are not far away — just as far as the magazine sitting on your table, or as far as your television. And as a result of this proximity, these cities influence your fashion choices to a great extent. To keep you on top of the news from the style capitals, the North Shore News offers a brief look at | the fashion facts, which may have . ‘been overlooked.in your daily ~ newspaper. What’s in a name? > PARIS — Yves Saint Laurent ended his 32-year ownership of his label, which he and Pierre Berge founded in 1961. The designer firm was acquired by Elf-Sanofi, which purchased _ all shares owned by the designer and partner for US$574 million or 3.11 billion French francs. Saint Laurent and Berge were concerned for the future since neither-men have direct heirs. They wanted to ensure the lon- gevity of the label and therefore sold it to a firm which will keep ‘Serving World Famous Fish & Chips im HORSESHOE ree) since 1246 (with this ad) ® Expires Nov. 25/93 © Mon.-Thurs. only 2 p.m. to closing ¢ Horseshoe Bay location only 's Eat-in only . Buy the first entree, and receive a second entree of equal or lesser value, 5, EREES >, 6408 Bay Sireet West Vancouver 921-7755 1e worl the designer house in French hands. Both men will stay on with long-term contracts to manage YSL clothing but not the perfume and cosmetics, which accounts for the bulk of the revenue. » NEW YORK —- Anne Klein changes designer hands. The early fall line is the last time you'll be buying the label as FASKION STATEMENTS you know it, since designer Louis Dell’Olio has completed his final season for the collection. . Dell’Olio, who creates Anne Klein Collection, A-Line and Anne Klein II, has been with the firm for the past eight years. Newly appointed designer, = . L.A.’s Richard Tyler, will be giv- ing a new look to the line. Tyler showed his first fall col- lection for the label, offering lots - of Edwardian elements including long, cut-away jackets (the closure is curved dramatically outward near the hem) with long, flowing shirt-tails, tapestry patterns, velvet dresses and unusual layering of: textures. . &» MILAN — Back in Europe, one label can’t decide who the de- signer is. , . Despite unenthusiastic reviews and poor response to his recent - collections, Gianfranco Ferre will still be designing for Christian *s§ fasl Dior. It was rumored that the label was getting some new life with a new Christian (LaCroix) taking over for the late Christian. However, Ferre, who is known for his own sophisticated-but- not-earth-shakingly-different.. collection, has signed a new five- year contract to design both couture and ready-to-wear lines. Heidi makes a hit ‘» NEW YORK - Children’s storybook character Heidi adds country charm this winter. The Swiss miss has come down from the mountains to Manhat- tan, according to top designers. - They dress their models in em- broidered, cosy wool jackets, and peasant blouses over turtlenecks. Suspenders are strapped to hold up corduroy pants. Woodsy little cardigans pull over laced-up shirts and dresses. Patterned tights, pom poms, fake fur collars and leather accents add to the theme. Caught in a time warp? > MILAN, PARIS AND NEW YORK — It doesn’t matter what city you’re in, designers turn back . the pages of history books for inspiration. Edwardian gentlemen, Pre- Raphaelite waifs, Victorian English dandies and Napolconic nymphettes are all represented in ‘fall collections. : Look for jabots (detachable ruffled fronts) and ruffled cuffs; rich fabrics such as velvet and lace; long flowing dresses and - - demure necklines; waistcoats ~ (sleeveless jackets); cut-away jackets and long riding jackets; dark, serious colors; top hats, vests and laced boots. The Middle Ages are also highlighted in romantic Guinevere | dresses with very high waists. Layers of sheer fabric in simply cut gowns, wide draping sleeves, laced fronts and backs and soft hoods look like they came right out of Camelot. . kids’ memes | e SPECIAL MEALS. © COLORING SHEETS “Let us do the work” ‘The Cheshire Cheese Upstairs at Lonsdale Quay & His Rock & Rolt Friends At THE NORTH VANCOUVER CENTENNIAL THEATRE MONDAY, NOV. 8 - SHOWS 5PM & 7PM TUESDAY, NOV. 9 - SHOWTIME 5PM Reserved Seats At Ticketmaster & Theatre Box Office 984-4484 This look will.continue for spring. Italian stallions of style. » MILAN — In Italy, the star of the fashion season is indisputably the label Dolce and Gabbana. Domenic Dolce and Stefano Gabbana showed a theatrical col- - lection that’s witty and weasable. Their designs spanned several historic eras, translating into smart pantsuits with extra-long jackets and riding coats over. wide pants and brocade vests. The pantsuits are in crushed velvet, plaid, tapestry, patchwork’ and pinstripes. Accompanying them are the signature D&G ac- cessories, fancy corsets and merry widows, black. fishnet hose, lace | gloves and men’s hats, New York upstart b NEW YORK — Byron Lars is’. the name to watch in the Big Ap. . ple this year. . See Chanel page 19 Core 7 NOTICE .. “Nov. 393 Flyer. . _ Page: 9A ‘Philips 3-cup. Thermal Carafe, reg. 34.97,- Sale 26.97,.— save. 8.00,. ~ should have read: Special buy 26.97. - : We apologiz for ~any % - inconvenience this may have caused our Woolce customers... “ASK WAYNE Graduated 1968 from the International a Fabricare Institute tn Silverspring, Maryland.‘ Q: What if spill: Tilex on |" my sweater? - ape A <_ It's amazing “how many “household e chemicals can damage colors. These mysterious color’ changes are caused by the chemi: cal destruction of dyestuffs. Sometimes, the color changes are irreversible and do not occur immedi- atey after a spill. These chemicals lie dormant until their destructive powers are triggered by heat or moisture. Benzoyl peroxide is found in some medicines, These products are not easily washed from the hands and may contact clothes, upholstery or car- pets. A low concentration of 0.02 percent can destroy some dyes, Tie cleaners and mildew removers are made of strong acids or bases and often contain chlorine. Color changes from these products may be reversed, However, if the products contain chlo- rine, the restoration is not likely. Sulfus compounds | are fouad in dandruff shampoo. As the sulfur ages, the color will change to blue or green and darken. .. Other difficult stains are caused by pool chemi cals,.oven cleaners. Although these are not every. day spills, they can destroy dyes and the colors. may not be readily restored. - Whenever you spot of stain any garment it is important to get it to your professional drycleaner Tight away. It could mean saving the garment. 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