Sphere front cover - Debutantes practise the curtsey
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Sphere front cover - Debutantes practise the curtsey
Front cover of The Sphere featuring a photograph of debutantes practising their curtsey for the forthcoming courts in May of 1933 at Miss Muriel Simmons School in Regent Street. Date: 1933
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1933 Courts Curtsey Curtseying Debs Debutante Debutantes Feather Graceful Muriel Oct15 Practice Practising Presentation Presentations Season Simmons
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This photograph, taken in 1933, graced the front cover of The Sphere magazine, showcasing a group of elegant and graceful debutantes as they meticulously practised the art of curtseying at Miss Muriel Simmons School in the heart of Regent Street. The debutantes, dressed in their finest summer attire, held feather fans and wore the fashionable hairstyles of the era, adding an air of sophistication and charm to the scene. The debutante season, a significant event in British society during the 1930s, was an annual tradition where young women were presented to the King or Queen at court. The practice sessions, such as the one depicted in this photograph, were essential to ensure the perfect execution of the curtsey, a traditional gesture of respect and obeisance. The image exudes an aura of refinement and elegance, transporting us back to a bygone era of glamour and opulence. The debutantes' poised and confident demeanour speaks volumes about their upbringing and the importance of etiquette and decorum during this time. Miss Muriel Simmons School, a renowned establishment for social and cultural education, was the ideal venue for these practice sessions. The school's reputation for instilling grace, manners, and etiquette in its students made it the go-to destination for young women preparing for their debut into society. This photograph is a captivating snapshot of a time when tradition, elegance, and grace reigned supreme, offering a glimpse into the world of deb balls, courts, and presentations that defined the 1930s.
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