24-hour couture

Article Abstract:

A writer relates how she got a gown from a small store in Soho in New York to wear for the annual Swan Ball in Nashville, Tennessee. The Swan Ball, which is held every month of April, is the most highly awaited and widely covered event in Nashville. The gown was intended to be different from the usual ball gowns worn during the event in the past years.

Author: Reed, Julia
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vogue
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0042-8000
Year: 1997
Personal narratives, Tennessee, Balls (Parties), Evening gowns

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Pretty babies

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Child beauty pageants are enjoying the most popularity in the states of California, Florida, and New York. About 100,000 young girls, with ages from a few months to 12 years compete for cash and prizes in about 3,000 contests across the country.

Author: Reed, Julia
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vogue
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0042-8000
Year: 1997
Social aspects, Children, Competitions, Beauty contests

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