I am sure have heard of certain colours used in clothing such as zoot suits referred to in this way -- I cannot recall where/when -- colours such as yellow, green and others not usually associated with menswear of the early 20th century.
You could always hunt and email the author and ask. Good idea, thanks! As a side note, the Phryne Fisher Fan Club here in Melbourne used to take tea at the Windsor Hotel as described in the books. I wonder if they are still around, How neat - I hope so. -C. _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
