masked ball
Costumed formal dance
A masked ball is a formal dance or party where guests wear masks, often with elaborate costumes.
The tradition evokes aristocratic entertainment of past centuries, with mystery and anonymity as central elements: The invitation specified it would be a masked ball, so she spent weeks on her costume.
Also called a masquerade ball.
- costumeClothing for portrayal
- disguiseIdentity-concealing alteration
- hidden identityConcealed true self
- danceRhythmic bodily movement
- partyGathering for celebration
fancy dress · carnival · mistaken identity · incognito · social · romantic escapades · anonymity · social gathering · theatrical spectacle · reception · grand entrance · black tie · venetian · intrigue · gilded · parade · gown · sequins
- masquerade events
- celebrationsgraduation, festival, party, wedding, fireworks
- costume eventscostume party, Halloween party, costume contest, costume parade, Halloween
- Masqueradesfancy dress, costume party, eye masks, incognito, ballgowns
- formal ballballroom, waltz, formal dance, ballroom dance, dance floor
- dance termsballet, arabesque, plie, jete, turn
masked balldebutante ball
Formal introduction to society
coming-out party · meet-and-greet · networking event · reception line · formal introduction
masked ballhouse party
Social gathering at home
backyard barbecue · kegger · potluck dinner · potluck · hangout
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