Cotillions and debutante balls are two important but different, Southern traditionsso dont get them confused.
It’s no secret weSoutherners love traditions, especially those that encourage participation from eachgenerationas a rite of passage.
Just the mention of either and visions of white gloves and young peopledancingthe foxtrot appear in our heads.
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These two events have a lot in common but are distinct occasions with different origins and purposes.
In case you need a refresher, here’s what sets them apart.
What Is A Cotillion?
What Is A Debutante Ball?
Ladies should wear footwear appropriate for the occasion and accommodating to movement.