Take a look at the elite parties, such as Le Bal Des Débutantes, the Met Gala, Royal Ascot and more, that anchor the social calendars of the world’s crème de la crème
Besides grand commemorative parties like birthdays, anniversaries and baby showers, the upper echelon of society look forward with great anticipation to a host of events, among them European aristocratic balls, high fashion parties in various fashion capitals and charitable benefits. We take you behind the velvet rope for a glimpse of 10 iconic ones.
1. Queen Charlotte's Ball, United Kingdom
To this day, Britain’s time-honed Queen Charlotte’s Ball stays true to its 200-year heritage of launching well-bred young debutantes to upper society. The ball was established as a fundraiser by King George III, which he named after his wife, Queen Charlotte. The coming-of-age party for 17- and 18-year-old bachelorettes featured Malaysian twins Rachel and Michelle Yeoh in 2015, and is an honourable stepping stone for wealthy girls, presented by their fathers. The event hosted by The London Season still retains its charitable core, aside from the pomp of dance, fine dining, champagne, and a cake-cutting ceremony.
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