How to be unsuccessful in modern society - 4
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How to be unsuccessful in modern society - 4
The debutante treats a double blue with indifference. Date: 1929
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© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Cambridge Debs Debutante Debutantes Double Faux Ignoring Oxford Parties Rude Season Unimpressed
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative black-and-white photograph from 1929, titled "How to be Unsuccessful in Modern Society - 4: The Debutante Treats a Double Blue with Indifference," we witness a young woman named Deb, clad in an elegant yet unassuming debutante gown, disregarding a man in a double-breasted blue suit, or "double blue," with a nonchalant expression. The setting is a grand ballroom filled with the elite of Cambridge and Oxford society, where debutantes and their suitors gather for the annual social season. The deb's aloof demeanor and apparent lack of interest in the man's advances might be considered a faux pas in the rigid social norms of the time. The double blue, a term used to describe a man who had been accepted into both Cambridge and Oxford universities, was considered a highly desirable catch in the upper echelons of society. Ignoring him could have serious consequences for her social standing and future prospects. However, the deb's unimpressed and uninterested attitude challenges the conventions of the time. Her indifference may be a deliberate act of rebellion or simply a reflection of her disinterest in the shallow social scene. Regardless, her actions serve as a reminder that even in the most rigid and traditional of societies, individuals possess the power to defy expectations and forge their own paths. This photograph, with its timeless composition and intriguing narrative, offers a glimpse into a bygone era and invites us to ponder the complexities of social norms and individuality. It is a captivating reminder of the past, and a testament to the enduring allure of the human spirit.
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