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"The summer mode brings soft fabrics, straight lines and bright colors". This Good Housekeeping magazine from May, 1924 tells us "Now that we know the straight silhouette with variations will continue to dominate the mode, a great calm has settled on our souls"
This is also a chance to see what early designers were doing. There is much discussion of the masculine tailoring influence, but there was lots of satin and lace in the evenings. "Fringe is again one of the smart trimmings, but beaded frocks, although still shown more or less in the formal collections, are not quite so popular as they were." 
Modele Parisien - Last Minute Sketches from Paris. This showcases the Modele Parisien line of patterns. These cost $1.00 each (plus you got a silk label) and were based on the latest designs from the top French designers of the day. We have inspiration (read knock-offs) from: Renee, Premet, Jenny, Molyneux, Worth, Cyber, Martial et Armande.
They were considered "a 'chic' collection specially selected by our personal representative in Paris through an exclusive arrangement with the greatest couturiers of the Champs Elysees, Rue de la Paix, and Palace Vendome. To meet the requirements of those who demand the most advanced creations of the Paris world of fashion..."