Untitled article by C. O. TAYLOR

The Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · September 3, 1867

FromAdvent Review and Sabbath Herald, Vol. XXX, No. 12

THE REFORM DRESS.

By C. O. TAYLOR

This is just the dress, at least in my judgment, in length not too long, in shortness not too short. Long enough to be modest, short enough for comfort and convenience. It cannot be said of it as the man did about his new coat, “It is too big and too little, too long and too short; it don't suit any way; here, John (speaking to the hired man), take it.”

I repeat, it is just the dress. I have seen no female dress that I like better. Mrs. T. is wearing it in this section for the first time. I have heard of no one speaking ill of it. A number have spoken well. Some that would not think of wearing the American costume say they must have one of this style. A very influential minister of the Episcopal order, was asked by one of his members how he liked it. He remarked, “Well.” “Would you like to have your members wear it?” “I would,” was his prompt reply. “But,” remarked the member, “What gazing and looking there would be, as we came into church.” “Oh! that would soon pass away, the novelty would soon be gone.”

I would say to all that put it on, Get it up in good taste. Don't think that any thing nine inches from the floor is the reform dress. Other things are to be considered. Let there be neatness and good taste in the waist and in the hanging. Don't get on a shawl. Pay good attention to these and many other things, and you will save much prejudice. Get one up in good shape. Wear it. Be independent in what is right and just. Hold up your head. Walk erect. Don't think everybody is looking at and thinking about you.

C. O. TAYLOR.

Rouse's Point, N. Y., Aug. 20, 1867.