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Nine year olds Jacqueline Farrell and Sylvia Melling of St Helens, Lancashire
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Nine year olds Jacqueline Farrell and Sylvia Melling of St Helens, Lancashire
Nine year olds Jacqueline Farrell and Sylvia Melling of St Helens, Lancashire, photographed arriving at the Hammersmith Palais for the finals of the Juvenile and Junior Old Time Dancing Contest, wearing their crinoline style ball gowns.
4th June 1963
Arthur Sidey
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
Media ID 21376485
© Mirrorpix
Ballroom Boys Couples Formal Girls Glamourous Gown Partner Suit Young Competitions
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Capturing the innocence and elegance of youth, this timeless print showcases nine-year-olds Jacqueline Farrell and Sylvia Melling from St Helens, Lancashire. Dressed in their exquisite crinoline-style ball gowns, the girls radiate charm as they arrive at the iconic Hammersmith Palais for the highly anticipated finals of the Juvenile and Junior Old Time Dancing Contest. The year is 1963, a vibrant era that epitomized glamour and style. In this snapshot frozen in time by photographer Arthur Sidey, we witness these young dancers embracing their passion for ballroom dancing. Their formal attire exudes sophistication beyond their tender age, while their partners don dapper suits to complement their gracefulness. The photograph not only captures a moment of youthful beauty but also symbolizes dedication and talent nurtured at an early age. These boys and girls represent a generation where competitions were about showcasing skill rather than fame or fortune. As we gaze upon this enchanting image, it evokes nostalgia for simpler times when childhood was filled with dreams of twirling across grand dance floors. It reminds us that even at such a tender age, determination can lead to remarkable achievements. This stunning print serves as a testament to the enduring allure of ballroom dancing in its purest form – an art that transcends time and continues to inspire generations.
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