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THE ROSE BALL DORCHESTER HOTEL LONDON 1980s

Mayfair, London, England circa May 1985.<br />
Guests tired and exhausted at the Rose Ball held at the Dorchester Hotel in Park Lane. One of the remaining vestiges of the traditional London Season; where daughters of the British aristocracy were launched into London society.  The Ball is in aid of the Alexandra Rose Day charity, named after Queen Alexandra Consort of Edward VII.
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Mayfair, London, England circa May 1985.
Guests tired and exhausted at the Rose Ball held at the Dorchester Hotel in Park Lane. One of the remaining vestiges of the traditional London Season; where daughters of the British aristocracy were launched into London society. The Ball is in aid of the Alexandra Rose Day charity, named after Queen Alexandra Consort of Edward VII.

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From gallery: THE ROSE BALL DORCHESTER HOTEL LONDON 1980s
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Date: 27 Apr 2009
Location: London GREATER LONDON UK
Credit: HOMER SYKES
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