=For Women.=--This may be simple, or as elaborate as one pleases, the only
restriction being that it must be high in the neck, and should also be of
heavier material than that which may be put into an evening gown.
For afternoon teas, receptions, etc., the hostess wears a high-necked,
long-sleeved gown of any rich cloth, velvet or silk, elaborately trimmed,
always long in the skirt, and with jewels. No hat should be worn by the
hostess or those who are assisting her. White kid gloves are usually worn,
unless the affair is exceedingly small and informal. If the hostess wears
gloves, her assistants must do so also.
Guests at a tea never remove their hats, unless they have been asked to
receive, or are especially requested to do so by the hostess. Light hats
or bonnets may be worn; white or very light gloves, and dress shoes.
A debutante should always wear white, made as becomingly and elaborately
as possible. For her assistants, white or very light-colored gowns.
=For Men.=--When calling, at afternoon teas, receptions, etc., during the
fall and winter, the correct dress is a double or single breasted frock
coat of black or very dark gray, soft cheviot or vicuna, with double or
single breasted vest, either to match the coat or of fancy cloth. Trousers
of gray; white linen; a broad, folded tie of light-colored silk; top hat,
gray gloves, and patent-leather shoes.