Icy southerlies demand attention from the office girl who has to sally forth to the “scene of action,” wet or fine; for her the weather becomes not merely a useful topic of conversation, but something to be studied carefully. She nearly always has a snug little beret to pull on-comfortable, warm and “chic”–heavy serviceable shoes (perhaps even gum boots), and woollen stockings. But all too often she spoils the effect of her “rough weather” outfit by wearing a good velour coat with fur collar and cuffs—decidedly unfitted for the rain. It has been said that the English girl (and why not her N.Z. sister) looks most attractive in tweeds. Certainly nothing is smarter or more useful. So make your self a “sporty” rather masculine coat as quickly as you can. You won't find it hard, and there are still three months when you will be really glad to have it.

The coat in the illustration is made from New Zealand tweed, and the whole thing won't cost you £2. Notice the large, useful collar, and the simple, severe cut, with inverted pleat and belt. Patterns are to be had, similar to this, everywhere.

To Wash Velveteens.

They are being worn such a great deal and several people are wondering how on earth they are going to wash them without ruining the sheen, spoiling the pattern, or making the material “blotchy.” Make a good lather with any pure soap, and add a dessertspoonful of ammonia. Do not use water too hot or rub soap on the material. Wash as quickly as possible, then rinse in two lots of warm water, with a little ammonia added to each. Do not wring or squeeze, but hang in the open to drip. When dry it will be found to look like new.