These pictures are from a series taken in 1954 by Cornel Cappa of 15 year old girls (one in particular) attending their first formal dance at the Naval Armory in Michigan. You know they are beyond excited for such an experience but the young lady focussed upon in the plaid shirt seems so poised for her age. There is such innocence and grace revealed in the photos. Compared to today’s teens… don’t get me started.
Legs only view of 15 year old girls dressed in blue jeans, white thick ribbed socks & saddle oxfords as they eat around the kitchen table.
Teenage girls resting feet at first formal dance at the Naval Armory.
An image search on Cappa shows an amazing career of poignant images. He became a staff photographer for LIFE in 1946.
All of LIFE’s images are availble to view on Google. Congrats to Wendy B for achieving LIFE infamy!
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Those are great shots! And thanks… :-)