From 1932 – Ellison’s Advertisement. – Ellison’s, The Fair Department Store had this ad in 1932. Mesh garments for the ladies must have been the style. Their ad stated – “Mesh has us in its net stronger than ever. It’s invaded practically every summer fashion. We have mesh hose, mesh frocks, mesh gloves and mesh undies. – you’ll find them all at Ellisons.” -- In the ad Ellisons featured Lacey Mesh Sweaters were on sale for $1.00 and $1.95. Mesh Stockings and mesh gloves were only $1.00 and mesh undies for $1.00. (They also had mesh undies for 59 cents on the main floor.)