History of Quinceañera Vals and Quinceañera Dresses in 18th Century Parisian Life

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- There are elements of the Quinceañera celebration that date back to early years. For example, the traditional Quinceañera dress with its full ball gown skirt, corset top and fine embellishments as well as the celebratory waltz, are two of the elements that play a major role in this coming of age tradition as well as in every day life of centuries ago.

Now on view in the Exhibitions Pavilion at the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Center, April 26 through August 7, 2011, "Paris: Life & Luxury" transports you to a time and place where lavish ball gowns and ball room dancing were a vital part of every day life.

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