Diamonds, dance classes and dramas at the debutante ball: Behind-the-scenes at London's most prestigious society event | Mail Online

Diamonds, dance classes and dramas at the debutante ball: Behind-the-scenes at London's most prestigious society event | Mail Online: "Prince Philip dubbed it 'bloody daft' and critics say that the idea of debutantes presenting themselves to the aristocracy is outdated and elitist, but for
certain sections of British society the Queen Charlotte's Ball at the Royal Courts of Justice is the ultimate summer event.

Dubbed the 'crowning event of the London Season' the guest list is hand-picked with care: only young women from the richest families are invited to the  ball where, after months of careful preparation and spending thousands of pounds on each ticket, the young debutantes are able to show off their skills in poise and elegance.

In the past debutante balls were seen as a rite of passage for the young women of the upper classes, an opportunity to introduce themselves to society and seek out a potential suitor, but for today's debutantes the Season is seen as an opportunity to wear a designer gown, party their way around Europe, and do a little something for charity.