Debutante Season – the time for white dresses and balls officially begins in August with announcements. However, the planning for the season occurs year-round and marks a young lady’s introduction to society. This monumental event requires the ideal gift for the always poised and ever eloquent southern lady. Whether practical or just truly special, these presents will help your debutante remember her debut.
The Linen Registry
204 Metairie Road, Metairie
(504)831-8228
Sometimes debutante season can be stressful, so why not relax a bit with a gift from The Linen Registry? This sleeveless smocked short cotton nightie with a coordinating azalea ruffled knit robe, both from COTN, provide comfort and style after a long night of balls and parties.
Scriptura
5423 Magazine St.,
(504) 897-1555
3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., No. 137,
(504) 219-1113
Scriptura.com
This personalized stationery from Scriptura, available in a multitude of colors and styles ranging from classic to contemporary, is the perfect gift for a debutante. The lasting impression of well-written notes will help define the young lady in your life as socially conscious and elegant.
Old.New.Blue.
6117 Magazine St.,
(504) 655-0863
OldNewBlueShop.com
Every girl needs the picture-perfect pair of shoes to go with her gown. At Old.New.Blue., she can find them with the Benjamin Adams and Something Bleu white pumps. These shoes will complement any presentation gown and make your young lady’s debut extra-special.
Feet First
4119 Magazine St.
(504) 899-6800
526 Royal St.
(504) 569-0000
FeetFirstStores.com
No debutante’s wardrobe is complete without fashion aids that help her look polished and impeccable. These fashion fixers, such as fashion tape, tan towels, Foot Petals, Spanx, SoleMates and more, will help your young lady be prepared for anything on her big night.
Mirabella
605 Metairie Road, Suite C
Metairie
(504) 828-3888
ShopMirabella.com
These sparkling cubic zirconia pieces from Mirabella will accentuate all of your debutante’s outfits. She can wear them with her presentation gown or after her debut with any outfit for a little extra shine.
Box Paper Scissor
3638 Magazine St.
(504) 891-4664
BoxPaperScissor.com
Made for your young writer and fashionista, this Christian Lacroix hardbound journal comes with 128 ruled ivory pages. With either a stripped or flocked cover and available in a variety of designs and styles, this designer gift will make any debutante happy.
Adler’s
722 Canal St.
(504) 523-5292
AdlersJewelry.com
Treat your deb like royalty with gifts from Adler’s new line, Links of London – a contemporary British jewelry collection beloved by the Duchess of Cambridge. Their stylish go-with-everything piece, the “Sweetie” bracelet, comes in sterling silver and yellow gold plate and will truly go with everything – especially her presentation gown. Place the bracelet in a one-of-a-kind hand-painted enamel box and her experience will be truly special.
