Meaning of decoratress | Babel Free

Definitions

A female decorator.

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Examples

“Here were to be seen, festoons variously diversified, according to the taste⟳ and fantasy of the decoratress; while in other quarters, arbours of curious shapes and sizes graced the hall.”

“In these days, when the independence of women is not a mere sentiment, but is becoming a hard fact, based on stern necessity, it is useful to learn⟳ what new paths of labour are being opened to them, and to observe⟳ with what success each new experiment⟳ is attended. One of the most recent is that of “house decoratresses,” and from the great scope afforded for the display of taste⟳, and the want⟳ of it in ordinary interiors, the public may look⟳ forward⟳ to a happy era of comfortable, inexpensive, and tasteful domestic arrangements, such as the heart and hand of unaided man could not be expected to devise or execute. […] The decoratresses may likewise be consulted on matters of upholstery and general furnishing, and keep⟳ samples of materials for drapery and other coverings.”

“[…], all round the table, conversation was getting into such animated swing⟳! Claudia Crane discussing “Les Silences du Colonel Bramble” with the decoratress, Jim giving hints on her own⟳ subject to the beauty-culturist!”

“Peggy Dey, the interior decoratress, probably knows more about successful modern furniture design⟳ than any other woman in the United States.”

“Though the decorator turned out to be a decoratress, I was nonetheless delighted.”

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