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December 30, 1929
The Daily Alaska Empire
Juneau, Juneau County, Alaska
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Women pilots in New York critique aviator fashion at a private showing, rejecting a fur-lined suede outfit as too whimsical but approving practical white suede ensembles, blue coveralls, and a versatile gray dress. (Dec. 30.)
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Fair Fliers Frown On "Bunny" Regalia
NEW YORK, Dec. 30.—Women pilots must not look like chorus bunnies in their pursuit of style plus comfort.
That was the opinion of the "winged women" who viewed a private showing of style apparel for aviators here.
One costume of beige suede lined with Ocelot fur, although snappy looking, was passed up by the women fliers because it looked too much like something cut of "Alice in Wonderland."
They liked a creation of white washable suede consisting of a sleeveless jersey, a windbreaker and long breeches. The white leather helmet was an adaptation of an Agnes model.
A blue leather coverall lined with camel's hair was considered trim and comfortable. A gray covert cloth dress, with trick fastenings from shoulder to wrist so that it could be zipped on over a chiffon or silk frock, also won favorable comment.
NEW YORK, Dec. 30.—Women pilots must not look like chorus bunnies in their pursuit of style plus comfort.
That was the opinion of the "winged women" who viewed a private showing of style apparel for aviators here.
One costume of beige suede lined with Ocelot fur, although snappy looking, was passed up by the women fliers because it looked too much like something cut of "Alice in Wonderland."
They liked a creation of white washable suede consisting of a sleeveless jersey, a windbreaker and long breeches. The white leather helmet was an adaptation of an Agnes model.
A blue leather coverall lined with camel's hair was considered trim and comfortable. A gray covert cloth dress, with trick fastenings from shoulder to wrist so that it could be zipped on over a chiffon or silk frock, also won favorable comment.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
What themes does it cover?
Social Manners
What keywords are associated?
Women Pilots
Flying Apparel
Fashion Showing
Aviator Style
Practical Clothing
What entities or persons were involved?
Women Pilots
Where did it happen?
New York
Story Details
Key Persons
Women Pilots
Location
New York
Event Date
Dec. 30.
Story Details
Women pilots at a private showing in New York reject a beige suede outfit lined with Ocelot fur for resembling 'Alice in Wonderland' costume, but approve white washable suede ensemble with sleeveless jersey, windbreaker, long breeches, and leather helmet; blue leather coverall lined with camel's hair; and gray covert cloth dress with trick fastenings.