Formal attire is expected for all male and female guests. Ladies are to be in formal dresses or gowns in color other than white or ivory. Gentleman are to be in formal tuxedos or suits.
How do you dress for a cotillion?
The following dress attire is expected at Cotillion dances:
- Gentlemen must wear a traditional suit.
- Button down dress shirt with a collar.
- Tie, leather belt and dress socks.
- A traditional suit can be substituted with a suit jacket or blazer with dress slacks*.
What should you not wear to a cotillion?
Leggings, slides, clogs and flip-flops are inappropriate attire. Boys are required to wear a suit or sport coat and dress slacks, necktie, dark socks and conservative dress shoes (topsiders, tennis shoes and �fad� styles are not suitable for Cotillion).
What should a guest wear to a debutante ball?
All female guests must be dressed in Floor Length Formal Dresses ONLY. Avoid white (reserved for Debutantes, restricted for any other females attending the ball)… women wearing black will be admitted to the ball however, vibrant/jewel toned colors are always welcome.
Do you bring a gift to a cotillion?
Do you bring a gift for the girl that’s participating in the cotillion? Guests are not expected to bring gifts for the participants. However, if you want to give someone a gift, certainly do it.
What age do girls go to cotillion?
The Teen Cotillion is a 16-week, co-ed comprehensive program for young men (beaus) and women (debs) ages 15 to 18 (high school students), that runs annually from January�May.
What happens at a cotillion ball?
Typically a southern American tradition, a cotillion ball is a season of etiquette classes for middle-school aged children (ages 11 � 13). This season ends with a final dinner-dance where proud parents and teachers gather to watch the participants show off their table manners, conversation etiquette, and dance moves.
Why do girls go to cotillion?
So the main purpose of a cotillion is to teach respectful manners to young people so they can go out into society and thrive. Debutante balls are different in that they celebrate the actual joining to society for young people.
What is cotillion etiquette?
This is also a time for parents to set an example and exhibit their own good manners to their children: Dress appropriately; arrive on time; don’t chew gum; skip photos with flash; and for the love of all that’s holy, please don’t text and foxtrot.
What is the dress code for a ball?
The dress code for a classic ball is typically formal or black tie. Full-length gowns were what was traditionally expected but times are changing and it is not as strict. Guests can now get away with mid-length dresses – anything below the knee, so save those mini dresses for a daytime event in the summer time!
What does cotillion symbolize?
Cotillions are balls held to present debutantes to their community. The traditional event represents coming of age. After multiple months of practice and bonding experiences, a group of young women and their escorts impress a crowd of formally dressed individuals with the waltz.
Why do girls wear gloves at cotillion?
Rather the purpose of wearing gloves is to make our students feel more comfortable holding hands and dancing with one another.
How do you get invited to cotillion?
Proposed new Members must meet residency or school requirements. In order to be a Member of Cotillion Club of Sarasota, children must be in the 8th grade or higher, obtain a sponsor, reside or attend school in Sarasota County, and attend new Member orientation before their first season begins.
What grades are cotillion?
High School Cotillion (Grades 9-12)
The High School Cotillion Program presents a diversified collection of events to allow the students to experience demanding social situations.