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A modern bunch of 1957 debutantes. The tradition began as a way for high society families to debut their daughters who reached a marriageable age.
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1925: Part of becoming a debutante means being schooled in manners and social graces. The proper curtsey was of utmost importance.
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These 1927 ladies are also getting their curtsy on.
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Sheesh. Apparently the curtsy stuff is no easy business.
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Debs in 1930, on their way to make their big entrance.
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At a 1940 ball for the Republican party, debs consort with an elephant.
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In 1925, debutantes get a lesson in the extremely difficult task of picking up a handkerchief.
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This 1924 high society lady — decked out in classic '20s couture — is on her way to be presented at Buckingham Palace.
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American debutantes get ready for a presentation at Buckingham Palace. That girl on the far left is not feeling it.
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A large, delicious cake and its class of 1932 debs.
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Debutante casualwear circa 1958.
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A group of white-frocked debs come out at the Queen Charlotte Ball in London, 1946.
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Satin and pearls were popular choices in 1931.
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How cool? A class of Japanese debutantes in 1958.
