Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Mrs. Strickland Opens Designing Shoppe, Holding Fashion Show, Feb. 26, 1926

Elite Designing Shoppe Opens

Mrs. W.H. Strickland had the opening of the Elite Designing Shoppe in connection with Shamburger-Pippin Department Store on Tuesday, February 23, which was attended with much enthusiasm. Many visitors called during the afternoon and were very much impressed with the “Mary Rose Frocks,” also with the designing shop. Tea and sandwiches were served during the afternoon. Mrs. Strickland invites you to make this store your headquarters while in town.

-=- Fashion Show

A real opportunity to see all the latest styles in Rayon, Linen and Gingham, etc., in all the desirable shades of spring. The dresses for our Fashion Show are coming in every day and are on display at the Elite Designing Shop. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity. The date is March 5th. The place is Wakelon High School. The hour is 8 p.m. Special music will be given during the entire evening.

From the front page of the Zebulon Record, Friday, Feb. 26, 1926

Elite Designing Shoppe in first article; Elite Designing Shop in second article.

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