TOWNSEND'S PARISIAN COSTUMES. 9 Ruby Thellusson was sitting on a rustic seat on the lawn at Coombewick. She was debating a serious question in her mind. Her recent conversations with Mrs. Bannatyne had shown her that the feeling she had taken for love, was only a girlish preference, born of her complete isolation from the world. She acknowledged now, with a blush, that love was a very different thing from her regard for Will Clyde, and on this morning, nearly five weeks after Rodney Penscott's proposal, Ruby came to the determination that she would write to Will Clyde, and ask to be released from her mistaken engagement. She remembered, with a shy feeling of thankfulness, that he had asked her to do so if her heart changed towards him, and though she had resented his words at the time they were spoken, she remembered them now with a glad sense of relief. "I will write this very day," she thought, and rose from her seat as if to put her resolve into execution. Turning towards the house, she met Simmonds, who carried a letter and a newspaper, both directed in Mrs. Clyde's well-known handwriting to Ruby. She took them from the maid's hand, and resumed her seat. Simmonds returned to the house, and Ruby, wondering why Mrs. Clyde should have sent her a newspaper, opened it first. Her eye fell at once on a marked passage. "On the 7th inst., at St. Winwulph's, City, Wilfred Clyde, of Denstone, to Phillis, only child of the late Andrew Clyde, of Low Leas.” The ground seemed to sway beneath Ruby Thellusson's feet, and a strange ringing sounded in her ears. What did this mean? Release for her, freedom for her,-love for her. A burning blush suffused her cheeks, and she hid her face, as if afraid of sun and sky. Ruby," said a low voice near her. She gave a swift, upward glance, in which Rodney Penscott was fully answered. So the lovely country flower bloomed into maturity among her natural fellows in the great rose-gardens of Love and Happiness, shedding around her a gracious perfume, and gladdening all hearts by her beautiful perfec The Court and High Life. ER Majesty the Queen, with Princess Bea- interest round Balmoral Castle during the Their Royal Highnesses the Prince and Princess of Wales have spent part of the month at Abergeldie Castle; the Prince was chiefly engaged in deerstalking, and paid several private visits in the neighbourhood, the first of which was to the Earl of Fife at Mar Lodge. Princes Albert Victor and George of Wales left Spithead on September 14, in the Bacchante, for a voyage round the world. The corvette proceeded to Vigo, to await the arrival of the detached squadron, under command of Rear-Admiral the Earl of Clanwilliam, C.B., with which it will make a cruise lasting about eighteen months. The German manœuvres drew a crowd of princely personages to Berlin, as guests of the Emperor and Empress, including their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaught, the Duke of Cambridge, Prince Christian, the King of Greece, the Crown Prince of Austria, and the Grand Duke of HesseDarmstadt, who was en route for England. The young Queen of Spain was safely delivered on Sept. 11th of a daughter, at Madrid. The infant Princess was baptized on the 14th, receiving the names Maria Mercedes Isabella. The ex-Queen Isabella was one of the sponsors, and the ceremony was attended by all the ministers and State functionaries, the service being performed by the Archbishop of Toledo. Musurus Pasha, who has represented Turkey for many years at the Court of St. James's, has received from his illustrious master, the Sultan, the Grand Order of the Osmanlie in diamonds. The Opera and Theatres. All communications for the EDITOR to be addressed to the Offices, No. 1, Kelso Place, Kensington, W., and marked “Theatrical Department.” DRURY LANE. The success of The World is a real and genuine one, and more than that, it is one honestly deserved. Viewed as a drama, its plot is clever yet simple, its dialogue animated and telling, its situations startling and effective; viewed as a spectacle, it fully satisfies the most craving audience with its realistic scenes and unexpected incidents; and taken in either way, it affords one of the best entertainments in London. Mr. Augustus Harris acts with great power and skill the part of Harry Huntingford, being especially commendable in Tableau 8-Palace Chambers: The Wages of Sin. Mr. W. Rignold appears to great advantage as Sir Clement, and shows a good deal of "muscular Christianity" in his indignation at Ned Owen's treatment in the River Retreat. The explosion of the Infernal Machine is very realistic, and the terrible tragedy following the joke at Ned Owen's expense concerning the Equator, is a thoroughly artistic idea. The Raft Scene is very fine, the struggle for the last drop of water being almost (Continued on page 12.) e ९ DEVERE'S PARIS MODEL PATTERNS, Price 3d., 4d., and 6d. Each, Comprise all the Costumes, Robes, Jackets, Pelisses, &c., that appear in this Magazine, and are intended only for our Subscribers. These patterns are far superior to any that have hitherto been sold in England, France, or America. They are cut on new Scientific principles, by the first Parisian Modistes, and are guaranteed for good fit and style. They will prove of very great advantage to all Drapers and Dressmakers, enabling them to make up with the greatest ease any Costume represented in this favorite Magazine. These Patterns will likewise be of very great service to those Ladies who have their dresses made up at home. The quantities of materials required for each Dress, Pelisse, &c. are given in the Magazine itself, with the description of each costume. THE FOLLOWING IS A LIST OF DEVERE'S MODEL PATTERNS ON SALE FROM AUG. 31st. TO SEPT. 30th., 1880. IN ORDERING A PATTERN THE NUMBER (and LETTER if any) MUST BE SPECIFIED. PARIS MODEL PATTERNS FOR LADIES. All cut for Chest measures of 34 inches only. Instructions for enlarging or decreasing the size are enclosed gratis with each pattern. All our patterns are posted at once on receipt of order, but there may occasionally be delay of one post, caused by the Government regulations for examining Book Packets. In case of undue delay, Ladies are requested to write immediately to Messrs. Louis Devere & Co., in order that enquiries may be made. Ladies who prefer to have their patterns posted in envelopes, can have this done by enclosing a large envelope, stamped and addressed, with each order. The average postage will be 1d. each pattern. For the benefit of New Subscribers, we have made arrangements to accompany any pattern, that has been issued more than two months, with an illustration and letterpress description for threepence, that is to say, 9d. for the sixpenny patterns, 7d. for fourpenny patterns, and 6d. for threepenny patterns. It must be specially mentioned in the letter that the illustration is required. This month's and last month's Illustrations can only be obtained by purchasing the Magazine. Ladies who wish to have the PATTERNS PINNED TOGETHER, to indicate how they are made up, can have this done by enclosing SIX STAMPS EXTRA for each pattern. Special mention should be made of this when ordering. If a flat pattern as well as the pinned one is required, the price of the two will be 1s. 4d. N. B.- Ladies will oblige by enclosing name and full address, plainly written, which will ensure speedy delivery by the Post Office. ,, 339.-The Rochefoucauld Garden Party Toilette. ,, 340.-The De Gueydon Promenade Costume. Cor- 341.-The Simplicie Polonaise Princesse. ,, 343.-The Barbantane Promenade Costume. Gilet, 346.-The Battenberg Breakfast Gown. Robe 348.-Grandmamma's Reception Toilette. Corsage, 357.-The Marquise Pelerine, or deep shoulder cape, JULY, 1880. 359.-The D'Antas Promenade Costume. Corsage, ,,360.-Garden Party Toilette. Corsage, Upper and 230.-New Tight-fitting Sleeve. 3d. 231--Tight-fitting sleeve, with puff at elbow. 3d. 232.-Full Sleeve, with three puffs and cuff. 3d. 233.-Shoulder Cape for Winter wear. 3d. ,,210.-The Connaught Costume. Double-breasted Basquine with coat collar; skirt and bouffant. 242.-The Adelaide Promenade Costume; Jacket, Tablier, panier, and Bouffant. 243.-The Lorne Dinner Dress: Corsage-Princesse, 249.-The Osborne Robe Princesse, with bouffant and 257.-The Patti Promenade Costume. Corsage.. Redingote, Upper skirt and bouffant. 262.-The Rantzau Costume. Corsage a revers, double tunique a revers and bouffant. 264.-The Dolores Dinner Dress, Corsage, Tunique, and Train. 361.-The Audrey Costume. Corsage, tunique, and 362.-The Dulcie Polonaise Princesse. ,, 363.-The St. Aubyn Carriage Costume. Basquine ,, 364.-Morning Concert Toilette. Corsage reding- 365.-The de Bylandt Costume. 394.-The Carnarvon Outdoor Jacket. Doublebreasted and tight-fitting, with revers at neck. 395.-The Coburg Promenade Costume. Cuirasse body, upper skirt, and bouffant, 397.-The Solvyns Carriage Toilette. Corsage, tablier, and train complete. ,, 398.-The Griselda Costume. Long corsage and revers, draped tablier and bouffant. Basquine and 366.-The Biancourt Polonaise. Corsage a gilet and " 266.-The Orleans Costume for cloth; Double. breasted Corsage-Redingote; draped tunique and bouffant. 267.-The Leitrim Afternoon Tea Gown, complete. 272.-The new Jersey Costume. The Corsage arranged for elastic materials, and to lace up the back. Draped upper skirt, to be fastened with a sash at the back. ,, 272A.-Under skirt for the above. tunique. 437.-The Adrienne Travelling Costume. Draped UNDER SKIRTS. Suited for the Ladies' Costumes on page. No. 1.-Marquise Trained Skirt, for Evening Dress. 8.-Duchesse Train Skirt, (new square style). 48.-Dress Skirt of walking length. 39 138.-Dress Skirt with medium Train. 139.-Dress Skirt with long Train. The set of five dress skirts is supplied, post free, før 1s. 9d.; or any three for 18. 1d. (Continued on the next page.) DEVERE'S PARIS MODEL PATTERNS, PRICE FROM THREEPENCE TO SIXPENCE EACH, POST FREE 142A.-Lawn Tennis Pinafore for a girl of 7 or 8. 142B.-The same Pinafore, for a girl of 11 to 12. 143.-Pleated dress for a little girl of 7 or 8. 144.-Norfolk Bodice with yoke and skirt for a young lady of 15 or 16. Chest measure 31 inches. 146.-Dress with low neck for a little girl of 5 or 6. 147.-Zouave Suit for boy 8 or 9 years old. 148.-Paletot or out door Jacket for a little girl 6. ,,149.-Corsage a basques, scarf and skirt for a girl of 13 or 14. Chest measure 29. 6d. " 150.-Man of War suit for a boy 9 or 10 years. 6d. 151.-Boy's Sailor's Suit, age 7 to 8. 6d. 151A.-Boy's Sailor's suit, age 10 to 11. 6d. 161.-The Ida Costume for a girl of 8. Dress and Jacket. 162.-The Alice dress for a girl of 11 to 12. 163.-The Isabel outdoor Jacket, double breasted, for a young lady of 12 to 14. ,, 164.-The Louise Costume for a little girl of 9 or 10, Robe Princesse and kilted flounce. 165. The Mand Toilette for a girl of 7 years old. Dress with revers and collar, scarf and flounce. 166.-The Helena outdoor Jacket for a little girl of 5 or 6, Single breasted style with long skirt. ,, 166A.-The same kind of outdoor Jacket for a girl of 8or 9. 176.-Polonaise and skirt for a child of 5 years old. 189.-Princesse Dress for a child of 4. 214.-Double-breasted Ulster with or without belt Princess for a girl of 12; similar shape to No. 211. 214A.-Ditto ditto for a girl of 14. 6d. 224.-Ball Dress for a Girl of 12 or 13. Polonaise, with square opening at neck. This may also be used for a Lawn Teunis apron. 227.-Ball Dress for a Little Girl of 4 or 5. 229A.-Single-breasted Ulster with cape for a little girl of 12 to 13. 229B.-Single breasted Ulster with cape for a little girl of 8 to 10 years. 229c.-Single-breasted Ulster with cape for little girl of 5 or 6 years. 283.-The Dora Costume, for a girl of 10 years old. 284.-The "Mary" Costume, for a little girl of 6. 285.-The Gwendoline Costume, for a young lady of 14 years of age, Price 6d. ,, 286.-The Evelyn Costume, Corsage skirt and sash, for a girl of 7. NEW FRENCH UNDERLINEN. UNDERLINEN FOR LADIES. All cut for Chest measure of 34 inches. No. 1A, Dressing Gown, 6d. No. 24, Dressing Jacket, 4d. No. 3A, Full Train Petticoat, 6d. No. 4A, Petticoat Body, 4d. No. 5A, Night Dress, 6d. No. 6A, Petticoat, walking length, 6d. No. 6B, Princesse Petticoat, body & skirt in one, 6d. No. 7A, Chemise, 4d. No. 8A, Full Drawers, 4d. No. 8B, Chemise and Drawers combination, 6d. No. 9A, Flannel Vest. 94a, Lady's Bathing Dress, 6d. Price 4d, and 6d. each post free. N. B. The above set of 12 patterns (post free) for 3s. 6d. 273. New Petticoat, walking length. 187.-Parisian Dressing Gown, Princesse style. 6d. 291,-Princesse Chemise. 6d. 293.-Ladies' Cooking Apron. 3d. 358.-Peignoir or Dressing Jacket, with wide or bell-shaped sleeves. UNDERLINEN FOR GIRLS. All cut for Chest measures of 27 inches. Age 12. No. 10A, Dressing Gown. No. 11A, Dressing Jacket. No. 12A, Petticoat. No. 13A, Petticoat Princesse shape. No. 14A, Petticoat Body. No. 15A, Drawers. No. 15в, Chemise and Drawers Combination. No. 16A, Flannel Vest. No. 17A, Flannel No. 18A, Bathing Costume. Nos. 33A, Cloak. 34A, Short Frock. Robe, or Monthly Gown if less trimmed. 36A, Petticoat. 37A, Short Princesse Frock. 38A, Long Petticoat, Cambric or Flannel. 39A, Shirt. 40A, Bib. 41A Night Jacket, lengthened to form Night-Gown 42A, Shoe. 43A, Baby's Drawers or Couvre-linge. Price 3d. each, post free, N.B. The complete set of 11 patterns of Baby Linen may be had (post free) for 2s. 318.-Pinafore for a child of 1 to 2 years old. 3d. UNDER GARMENTS FOR GENTLEMEN, AND BOYS. 236A-Flannel Shirt for a Boy 13 Chest 32 inches. 6d. 236B.-Ditto ditto for a Boy of 6, Chest measure 26. 3d. 237.-Gentleman's Dress Shirt. With shield. shaped front, and yoke piece at back of neck. Chest 37 inches. " HOODS. " 330.-Jersey Corsage, for a little girl of 9. 3d. No pattern required for skirt or sash. " 234.-Gentleman's Smoking Cap. Round shape. 3d. 234A.-Gentleman's Smoking Cap. Turban shape. 3d. 235.-Gentleman's Flannel Vest. Chest 37inches. 236.-Gentleman's Woollen Shirt. Plain shape without yoke. Chest 37 inches. 335B.-The Alpine Hood. 3d. 336.-Princesse Dress for a Girl of 15. 6d. 353.-Sun Hat for a Girl of 10 or 12. 3d. 354.-The Bébé Sun Bonnet for a Girl of 4. 355.-The Ninette Sun Bonnet for a Girl of 5 years old. 34. 351.-Half-mourning Pelerine Mantle, with pointed ends. 352-Half-mourning Costume. Corsage a gilet and drape i upper skirt. **For Underskirts, see above. (In thin tissue paper, at Reduced Prices.) CHILDREN and GIRLS' sizes 3d. each, post free. Chest Measure 19, age 2; chest 204, age 4; chest 22, age 6; chest 21, age 8; chest 27, age 11 to 12; chest 281, age 12 to 13; chest 30, age 14 to 15. Or may be had cut in brown paper, price 6d. each; the complete set, price 2s. 6d., post free. LADIES' SIZES, 4d. each, post free. Chest Measures,-31, 33, 34, 36, 371, 391, 41, 424. Or may be had out in brown paper, 6d. each; the Complete set, price 3s., post free. 238.-Gentleman's Night Shirt, with yoke. Chest 37 inches. 292.-Gentleman's Dressing Gown: Chest measure, 37 inches. 608.-Dressing Gown for a boy of 13. This list is added to every month; for particulars of which see succeeding numbers of the Magazine. Patterns are withdrawn from this list as soon as they go out of fashion. These patterns (Children's patterns excepted) are cut for Ladies of good figure, measuring 34 inches Chest measure, and 24 inches Waist measure. Instructions for Dressmaking, and for enlarging or decreasing the size, will be enclosed gratis with each pattern. Apply by LETTER ONLY, enclosing postage stamps, to MESSRS. LOUIS DEVERE & Co., 1, Kelso Place, Kensington, London, W. In ordering a Pattern the Number (and LETTER if any) must be specified. A PRETTY PRESENT FOR CHILDREN. ROSIE'S RABBIT, AND MOTHER'S DARLING. A pair of charming chromo-lithographs, exquisitely colored, size of subject 94 by 7 inches, suitable for framing for the nursery, or for use in scrap books. Lovely children's faces. Quite a bargain. The pair sent on a roller, post free, for 12 stamps. Order by letter, enclosing stamps, to Louis Devere & Co., 1, Kelso Place, Kensington, W. 12 above praise; the honours of the piece, however, are carried off by Mr. Augustus Harris and Mr. Harry Jackson, the latter of whom is cast for the part of Moss Jewell, the disreputable Jew diamond-dealer, and he renders it thoroughly well in his familiar graphic style. The new scenery is very elaborate and striking; the different tableaux being arranged with a faithful attention to details, and producing a highly realistic effect. THE HAYMARKET. The autumn season at this favorite house has been inaugurated by the production of a comedy in three acts by Mr. Dion Boucicault, entitled, A Bridal Tour. The characters are ably sustained by Mrs. John Wood, Mrs. A. Mellon, Miss Gerard, Miss Winifred Emery, &c., &c., the last-named young lady playing the part of Rosalie Laborde with a painstaking skill which speaks well for her future. Mr. Howe delights his audience, as of old, in his new part of Auldjo, and he is admirably assisted in his best scenes by Mr. J. G. Grahame, who, as Walter, makes his first appearance at the Haymarket. Mrs. A. Mellon makes a decidedly acid impression as the old maid, and Miss Gerard invests the part of Fanny with much graceful tenderness. The Virginie of Mrs. John Wood is just such a performance as was to be expected from this talented lady, who extracts from her part all the amusement it can possibly yield. A word of praise must also be given to Mr. H. B. Conway, who rendered the part of Archibald, the young bridegroom, in an earnest, quiet, and effective manner. The comedy is preceded by A Fair Encounter, in which Miss Linda Dietz and Miss Edith Bruce acquit themselves with grace and skill. THE FOLLY. Mr. Byron's comedy, The Upper Crust, continues to make a successful mark among the playgoers even in the autumn season. Mr. Toole's inimitable acting as Barnaby Doublechick is, of course, the chief source of attraction, but the minor characters of the piece are played with equal force and skill, and thus form a reliable and effective support for the principal actor. The pretty little comedy, Hester's Mystery, by Mr. Pinero, still precedes The Upper Crust, and continues to please the large audiences who never fail to be in time to see it. THE GLOBE. This favorite house, which has been closed for decorations, will re-open on September 4th with Les Cloches de Corneville. THE OPERA COMIQUE. The new opera by Messrs. Gilbert and Sullivan, The Pirates of Penzance, although it has failed to rival the popularity of its predecessor, H.M.S. Pinafore, has still proved successful and pleasing to the public. The music is very striking, and the libretto is written in Mr. Gilbert's happiest style, while the singing and acting is quite equal to the piece itself. The performance (which is preceded by In the Sulks) is ably conducted by Mr. F. Cellier. THE VAUDEVILLE. The new farcical comedy in three acts, called The Guvnor, is steadily and surely making its way in public favor, and proves very attractive to the most critical audiences, while the unanimous applause which greets its representation must be gratifying alike to author and actors. Messrs. James and Thorne are here seen at their best, while the quiet elegance of Miss Kate Bishop, the sprightliness of Miss Cicely Richards, and the well-trained experience of Miss Sophie Larkin, make their mark as certainly in The Guv'nor as in any previous successful play produced at this house. THE GAIETY. This house has been drawing large audiences since the withdrawal of Colonel Sellers, which was followed by The Waterman, High Life Below Stairs, and Mr. Reece's burlesque Rip Van Winkle. On Aug. 30th this programme will make way for the production of The Mighty Dollar, in which the famous American artists, Mr. and Mrs Florence, are to make their appear ance. THE OLYMPIC. Here the principal attraction has been the appearance of Mr. and Mrs. Hubert O'Grady, and their popular Irish company, in the great drama The Eviction, which has naturally an additional interest for the playgoing public at the present time. TOWNSEND'S, PARISIAN COSTUMES. Betsy continues as attractive as ever at THE CRITERION, and Madame Favart, with Ruth's Romance, holds powerful sway at the STRAND. Drink, with Mr. Charles Warner and the PRINCESS's company, has had a very successful short run at SADLER'S WELLS, and Forbidden Fruit, preceded by The Maid of Croissey, is proving attractive at the ADELPHI. We hear with pleasure of the great success which has attended the production at Leeds of a new and original play, adapted from the French, by Mr. Charles Coghlan. It is called For Life, and we understand that it is now being acted with great success in Italy, with Signor Salvini in the leading character. We hear that this powerful play shows dramatic talent of the first order, and deals with startling and effective situations in a masterly manner; and also that the language is singularly touching and forcible. The representation in Leeds was given by the Court company, under the personal management of Mr. Wilson Barrett, who will, it is said, in due course produce it at his charming theatre in London, where we are sure it will be anxiously looked for, and when acted will add another worthy link to the chain of brilliant successes which have marked that gentleman's generous and clear-sighted management of the Court Theatre. Correspondence. I. All letters must be addressed to the EDITORS, 1, Kelso Place, Kensington, London, W. II. Correspondents who desire answers by post must enclose a stamped and addressed envelope. III. MSS. must always be accompanied by stamps for return, if found ineligible. EDITOR'S NOTICES. COLONIAL AND FOREIGN SUBSCRIPTION LIST, FOR PATTERNS. We have arranged to forward, post free, on the first of every month, selected patterns of the kinds required by each subscriber. Our charge for one pattern a month is five shillings and sixpence per annum, payable in advance; two patterns eleven shillings, and so on. Ladies are requested to say what kind of patterns are most useful to them. URGENT ORDERS BY TELEGRAM. All patterns ordered by Telegram shall be dispatched by the next post. Of course, we shall expect to receive stamps for the amount on the following morning. By this plan, if a Lady selects a dress in the afternoon, the pattern can be obtained by the next morning's post. These patterns are sent by letter post to prevent delay, so an extra stamp should always be enclosed. EDITORS' POSTAL ADDRESS. Ladies are respectfully requested to observe that all letters ordering patterns, &c., should be addressed to the Editors' Offices, 1, Kelso Place, Kensington, London, W., not to the Publishers, at Stationers' Hall Court, as the latter course occasions great delay in the execution of their orders. LADIES' MANTLES AND JACKETS FOR SUMMER, 1880. We will send post-free, for Three stamps, the Steel Plate Engraving of Mantles and Jackets that appeared in April last, with reverse views and description. JUVENILE PLATE. FOR SPRING AND SUMMER, 1880. We will send, post free for 3 stamps, the Steel Plate Engraving of Children's Costumes which appeared in March last, with reverse views and description. BOYS' COSTUMES. We will send, on receipt of 12 stamps, the September Number of the " Gentleman's Magazine of Fashion," which contains a double colored plate of Juvenile Costumes, and which entitles the purchaser to any patterns illustrated on the plate for 2d. or 3d. each, post free. PATTERNS PINNED UP. Ladies who wish to have the PATTERNS PINNED TOGETHER, to indicate how they are made up, can have this done by enclosing SIX STAMPS EXTRA for each pattern. Special mention should be made of this when ordering. If a flat pattern as well as the pinned one is required, the price of the two will be 1s. 4d. PATTERNS WITH ILLUSTRATIONS. For the benefit of New Subscribers, we have made arrangements to accompany any pattern, that has been issued more than two months, (Oldham) writes : "I have taken your Magazine ever since I commenced business on my own account, and I find that I really cannot do without it. It is so very useful, both for the engravings and the patterns. I must also thank you for the beautiful poems which appear from time to time, they are really full of grace and tenderness; and the tales are splendid, indeed I never read anything nicer than "The Cost of His Heritage.' I could say much more in praise of the Magazine, but I am afraid of tiring you with such a long letter. You are quite at liberty to print any part of my letter." MRS. J. (Chester) writes:— "I find your patterns most useful. I shall do all in my power to recommend both your Magazine and patterns to all my friends, as I think both book and patterns the best I have ever seen." MISS WARBURTON writes: "Your book is a great help to me. It grows better every month." MRS. LISTER writes: "You well deserve all the praise you get, for your book and valuable patterns save half the dressmaker's work." A LADY writes : "I have had your Magazine for sixteen years, and have always found it most useful, but since you have begun to sell the valuable Model Patterns it is much more so.' A COUNTRY DRAPER writes: As "I am in hope that you mean to issue an Autumn and Winter Mantle Plate, as you did last year, and I am looking forward to seeing it soon. Your April Plate was most useful, and I received many orders from it. In fact, I was honoured with a commission to make up your 306 and 314 for a Lady of rank in our neighbourhood, who has since graciously signified her approval of the garments, and ordered a Riding Habit, for which I should be glad if you send me a pattern for a 17 half chest measure. my business lies a good deal among country Ladies who like tailor-made garments, I am thankful to keep my cutter supplied with such good patterns, while in my dress department your Paris models of costumes are invaluable, and bring me many an order which I believe ĺ should not otherwise have. You will perhaps know my name as one of your regular Subscribers, and may remember supplying me with three of your Model Busts, which I find extremely useful." In answer to our friend "A COUNTRY DRAPER," we are happy to say that we have in preparation for October a very elegant Steel Plate of Mantles, Jackets, Ulsters, &c., &c., which will, we believe, fully meet the varied requirements of our numerous Subscribers. We should strongly advise our kind supporters to order the Number early, as we already anticipate a great demand. We are greatly obliged by the kind remarks of our other correspondents, and are glad to be able to say that the many kind recommendations they have given us among their friends are rapidly bearing fruit in our increased sale, thus enabling us to study more and more how to render our Magazine useful to our fair friends and supporters.-ED. MRS. G.-You will find the new Children's Plate in the present number. For Boy's Costumes you cannot do better than purchase the Gentleman's Magazine of Fashion for the present month, price 1s., post free. MRS. F.-The charge for one pinned and one flat pattern, of any costume, is 1s. 4d., ie., ls. for the pattern pinned together to show the making up, and 4d. for an extra flat pattern to cut out by. For an additional 3d. you can also have an illustration of any costume or garment which has been issued two months or more, with a letterpress description and list of the quantities of materials required. There will be several new and elegant Ulsters on our Mantle Plate in October Number. We should have replied to you by post had you observed Rule II. Acknowledged with thanks, letters from Mrs. C. Fowler, Mrs. M. Jeens, E. D. (Manchester), Mrs. Grace, Ellen E. R., &c., &c. |