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International Debutante Ball

An international debutante ball is a fancy event where young women (usually around 18 years old) who come from wealthy and prestigious families from all around the world, are presented to society as formally grown-up ladies.

This fancy event includes wearing beautiful dresses, dancing, and socializing. It’s kind of like a big party for these girls where they are introduced to people they may not have met before, and get to show off their new adult style.

Some countries have a tradition of hosting these debutante balls as a way to commemorate when a girl goes from being a child to an adult, and to celebrate and showcase their family's wealth and social status.

It’s important to remember that while the event is exciting for the girls, it’s also a way for families to show off their wealth and status, which is why it’s often associated with social class and privilege.