ABQ Regency Ball Girls 2024

2024 ABQ Regency Ball Girls 

You can only register for this event if you were selected in our lottery process.

Code of Conduct

We already know you won’t have a problem with this, but we must say it:

Remain inside the building or designated areas during the dance. Follow the requests of the chaperones. Please do not bring any food or drink. Do not bring alcohol of any kind. Please do not smoke inside or outside the building. And, of course, leave any weapons at home.

Thank you. We know you will behave appropriately.

How to Act

-Wait for a young man to ask you to dance. Make sure you are approachable. (Girls may not ask boys to dance.)

-Say "yes" to him.

-Listen carefully to dance card instructions.

-Dance with a new partner for each dance.

-Please wait for all the gentlemen to have their partners before you join with another young lady for a dance.

What to wear

A long dress with strap(s) is required. It must be at least ANKLE length. It must also be modest!

1. No short dresses. Your dress must come down to your ankles. No sheer dresses that allow your legs or midriff to show through. IF your dress has a slit, the top of the slit must be below your knees.

2. No plunging necklines. Your dress needs to have enough fabric on the front so no cleavage shows. If your dress shows some cleavage when you bend or move, alter it with added fabric or wear a camisole underneath.

3. No backless or strapless dresses.

4. Wear comfortable dress shoes (not sneakers) since you will be on your feet dancing most of the evening!

Have your parents watch you spin, bend, and raise your arms in your dress. Are you still modest when you bend, raise your arms, and spin?

Suggestions:

*Avoid a straight skirt so that the slit won't be an issue.

*Close-toed shoes are encouraged for safety. We have had some girls get their toes nailed into the floor by a high heel or stomped on by a guy’s very sturdy heel. Ouch! And you don’t want to go home early to sop up the blood.

*You will have an opportunity to ask questions about these expectations at the dance practices. Feel free to bring a picture of your dress to show to one of the ladies in charge.

Keep in mind that you will be asked to leave the ball if the above dress requirements are not met. Please don't put us in this uncomfortable position!

We don't want to send anyone home, but we will!!

How to Get a Dress

Some girls wear Regency style dresses. We encourage this.

Some other places (besides the mall) to look for dresses: David’s Bridal and Ross. Amazon has great options, but shop early in case you need to return it! Some places to look for dresses at great prices: Savers, Good Will, Barrett House Attic. For free? Ask friends. Maybe someone even has a regency dress you can borrow.