Dress-Up Clothes : Extension Circular 4-21-2
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University of Nebraska - Lincoln DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln Nebraska 4-H Clubs: Historical Materials and Publications 4-H Youth Development 1951 Dress-Up Clothes : Extension Circular 4-21-2 Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/a4hhistory Part of the Service Learning Commons "Dress-Up Clothes : Extension Circular 4-21-2" (1951). Nebraska 4-H Clubs: Historical Materials and Publications. 143. https://digitalcommons.unl.edu/a4hhistory/143 This Article is brought to you for free and open access by the 4-H Youth Development at DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln. It has been accepted for inclusion in Nebraska 4-H Clubs: Historical Materials and Publications by an authorized administrator of DigitalCommons@University of Nebraska - Lincoln. , 4-21-2 EXTENSION SERVICE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE AND U. S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE COOPERATING W V. LAMBERT, DIRECTOR DRESS-UP CLOTHES FOR THE WELL-DRESSED k-E CLUB GIRL The third year, or Advanced k-E clothing projects are planned for the older girl who has had considerable experience in sewing or has completed at least two second year projects. It consists of three different projects. You may choose the order in which you take them. Usually girls will desire to complete all three projects as each unit offers experience in handling different type fab- rics, new dress finishes and other helpful problems, which every advanced sewer will wish to learn. You may "get by" by choosing very easy to make, sim- ple garments. There are also opportunities to challenge your skill and ability to carry out our k-E motto "Make the Best Better". Plan each unit of work so that it offers experiences in handling different type fabrics, new dress finishes and color combinations. Try to see a- head and decide what you want your wardrobe to be a year or so from now. Consider your clothing allowance care- fully. Check over what clothes yoti have and see if there a,re some that have been pushed to the back of your clothes closet and seldom worn. Smart girls make excell- ent use of the good material in old garments. The fol- FOR DfiESS UP OCCASIONS lowing project is the Dress-Up Dresses Unit. Other cir- culars contain the suggestions for the other two advanced units. The three units are: A. Dress-Up Clothes B. Simple Tailored Clothes C. Making New Clothes from Old A Certificate of Achievement is awarded for the completion of ea.ch of the three projects in Advanced Clothing. I. Requirements for the Dress-Up Clothes project are: 1. Make a one, two or three-piece dress-up dress. 2. Make at least one accessory which will add interest to your costume. 3. Make or purchase other accessories to complete your dress-up costume. II. General Requirements: 1. Plan your clothes for a season. 2. Improve your buying practices. Buy a different garment with each unit - See A,B,C above. 3. Keep a record of the money spent for your clothes. ^4-. Make improvement in care of clothes habits. 5- Make improvement in good grooming habits. 6. Give a demonstration of a good clothing practice. 7. Keep a. scrap book of, (a) sketches and clippings of clothes C becoming to your type; (b) color harmonies you can wear; (c) aids to good grooming; (d) food habits for beauty and health (e) ways of improving posture; and (f) notes on person- ality development. 8. Take part in your club and county dress revue and exhibits. -2- THE DRESS-UP DRESS Rarely is a girl more interested in her appearance than when she dresses up for a social occasion. But the dress she puts on is not the only thing that counts at such a time. The k-E girl who desires to make a. pleasing appearance ( will strive to have good health so that she feels and looks well; she will groom herself carefully and wear becoming color, line and fabric so that she will appear attractive; she will select clothes that are suitable for the different social occasions she attends so that she may be comfortable and have a good time; and she will cultivate a personality which is pleasing to others. Not every girl needs the same number or kind of dress-up dresses. Some occasions requiring such dresses are church; calling; dates; special club, school or community meetings; informal teas; neighborhood parties or other informal daytime parties; dinners; banquets and evening parties. On these occasions a girl appreciates the importance of contributing her part socially, so she trie.;- to look her best. For this rea,son every 4-H girl needs a. wearable dress in her wardrobe that will be suitable for most of the dress-up occasions that she will be attending. Most girls do not require a dressier dress than the afternoon type which is suitable for church, and for afternoon and evening occasions. Some girls may find they have use for simple, informal party dresses appropriate for more formal afternoon or evening FTERNOOfJ Oft QflTE DRESS parties. The dress-up dress need not be elaborate. It may get its dress-up appear ance from either the design or the fabric used, or from the accessories. This type of dress may also be made of dainty cotton or of rayon or silk or of a, fine wool. The dress-up dress should be becoming, well made, graceful in line and stylish. Although dressier than the dress intended for school, sports or business wear, the dress-up dress need not be expensive. It should, however, show thoughtful planning and careful workmanship. Often a good basic dress may be dressed up or down to suit the occasion. It may be dressed up by the use of dressy collars and cuffs or belts, or it may be dressed down by the use of more tailored type of accessories. k-E club girls who are interested in the Dress-Up Clothes project will want to read this circular carefully and discuss the suggestions given, with mother, the club leader and in club meetings. Each girl will want to make a. dress-up dress for herself and choose the accessories to make it a. complete ensemble. She will check her posture and follow good grooming practices on all occasions. She will also take proper care of her Dress-Up clothes. A girl's appearance in a dress-up dress is especially dependent upon the way she stands, sits and walks and how well groomed she is. The circular entitled "Your Own Best Exhibit" con- tains many helpful suggestions on posture and grooming. See E.G. 4-13-2. Ask your club leader or County Extension Agent for this circular. The U-H Girl Plans Her Dress-Up Costume The dress-up dress may be ma.de for summer, winter or other seasons as the same principles govern the making of this dress for any season. Plan carefully for what you need and for the occasions for which you wish to wear it. < OUR SUNDAY BE 51 •3- Afternoon or Best Wear Dresses. Usually not so much wear is expected of the ( afternoon or best dress, so materials that are more fragile, delicate and gayer in color will be appropriate. As there are not so many of these occasions only a small amount of wear is usually expected of the afternoon or best dress. U-H girls realize that this type of dress is out of place when worn for school or business. This "afternoon" or "best" dress then, may be made of fine cottons such as gingham, fine broadcloth, from linen or from fine wool or some of the rayons. The design, too, may be a little less severe or less tailored and softeness may be added by the use of ruffles, shirring, flounces, pleats, tucks or dra.pery. If the dress is to serve more practical needs a more tailored pattern and a more sturdy material and less dainty color may be chosen. Party or Evening Costumes. Unless a girl wears evening dresses a. great deal she is likely to find them more difficult to plan successfully than daytime dresses. Helpful ideas can be found in high-grade fashion books. Even then, choice be- tween styles suitable for girls and those suitable for women, is necessary. Dresses that are too old or sophisticated de- tract from a. young girl's appearance; those with an air of youthful simplicity are more becoming and attractive. Girls who are short and stout, need to choose lines that flatter the figure and give length, slimness and center front interest. Girls who are tall and slender, find puff sleeves, P!V """"" broad necklines, contrasting sashes and full skirts flattering. Party, or evening dresses, are worn little compared with other dress-up out- fits, yet a dress and all the necessary accessories may, in the end, prove expen- sive unless carefully planned. When the amount that can be spent is decided up- on, work out the expenditures so as to have comparable quality in every item of the outfit. In choosing materials and styles, consider whether or not a special slip will be required. Will suitable footwear be within the allowance, and will special jewelry be necessary? Street shoes with an evening dress spoils the whole effect. Every part of the outfit should be related in type and quality. Plan every detail before buying any one item. Any_ girl who knows she is correctly dressed feels more at ease and has a. better time than when she is inappropriately dressed for the occasion. This is why the planning and the wearing of the dress-up dress is important.