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Page 8 Portland Observer, December 7, 1983 Sweaters designed for warmth by Cora Smith Sweaters have paid their dues leav ing the casual arena and going straight to the office. Softness and texture are a statement of success. The newest blend, that o f silk or the imitation of nylon and acrylic have been highlighted this season. Angora, back again this season, has star status. Black, white and bold colors are favorites. However, make sure the person seated nearest you loves you. Remember, caring for this sweat er requires skill. Never wash an an gora sweater but hang outdoors sev eral hours for airing or place inside a plastic bag and put into deep freezer to keep hair flu ffy and new. Sweaters created for the adventure some will allow for that special feel ing 100 percent cashmere or one of its many blends. Beware of the na tural knits: they allure a special creature. Mothproofing permits longevity, drycleaning and sizing is a must. Some will appreciate the clean aroma o f the washer and dry er, but reading the instructions is definitely in order Place on a rack or area for flat drying, backed with a towel, pulling and tucking to place sweater into original shape. For the fun o f it, to the serious ness o f it all, sweater buying—quan tity and quality—depends on your budget. The source will vary, be it the boutiques o f Rodeo Drive, Guc ci or Yves Saint Laurent; Oregon's own Pendleton Woolen Mills; or perhaps the homegrown touches of a friend's knitting needles. Find an A man'» impression of a sweater usually pertains to the contents within, the right proportion and the dimensions are the pleasant effects befitting his eye. But the bare truth to a woman's impressions, a sweater will bring out your best effects, however the chilly winds and weather o f the Northwest, and create a design o f warmth. The indispensable sweater, dating back to the beginning of time, up dated and still stabil/es the natural needs and force o f the original ori gin o f wool. From knit and purl— the chain stitch— to the ultimate cable stitch, it has endured many centuries, but in today's swirl of fashions it has its definite iron clad position. It is not a relic of the past but truly an institution in today’s fashion world. Sweaters are the key fashion look o f the season— gearing up for all oc casions. The wrap look is shown featured for the chilly snow peaks of Mount H o o d — layering for sweater dressing, perfect ski wear, capped heads with texture and color in keeping with the '80s couture head. The sophistication o f blending tex tures allows every fantasy to be en visioned. Flat knits supporting favorite classic pullovers teamed with male. For the avante-garde, a signature, initials or name are a must. Howev er, the excitement o f the various vests long and short, sleeveless to the bold dolman, coat dressing to jackets are definitely in order. Free drink any sandwich Expiree J a n . 16. 1984 1621 N.E. 9th Personalized & Custom M ad e Jew elry J e w e lry /W a tc h e s /D ia m o n d s ! Fine Remember tha Total Faahion Look-But It's head to toe and all of tha components of sweat er dressing to help you achieve that second lo o k.. . . opportunity to buy a specialty sweater at a shop such as 23rd Ave Sweaters, for the sweaters that we are featuring today. Natural fibers or man m a d e - shopping benefits us all. The ideal purchase is collectable. High crafts manship and originality have a high prive tag. Remember, we always get what we pay for. The excitement o f the dim lights and party places are in tune with the beautiful extravagant sweaters etched in lace, beads, bangles, se quins, stones and combinations of flat fabrics— a simple skirt, slim or flared, is the Simplicity Attitude for Holiday Dressing Capped heada with texture and color in keeping with the Diam ond Setting W a tc h & O pen 80a J e w e lr y R e p a ir W e d d in g Sets C h a rm s P e a rls PATON JEWELERS A simple skirt for simplicity at- titude. 4616 N.E. 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