They were taught specifically how to behave in society, & very little else An Edwardian daughter would have a coming out at age 18 A girl signaled she was ready for marriage by putting up her hair & lengthening her skirts Young girls would be brought to Court at the coming out to be presented to the King & Queen during the London Season During the Season, girls would dance all night & shop all day, attend garden parties, or call on acquaintances Even after a marriage engagement was made, a young Edwardian girl was expected to remain innocent She was chaperoned at every moment, especially in the presence of her intended Edwardian men had no such rules or restrictions during or after the engagement The shooting party was a huge event that marked the height of fashion
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