Posted on Apr 27, 2015
CH (MAJ) William Beaver
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You've been to military balls. Like me, you've seen a wide variety of ball gowns. What is an appropriate ball gown? What is not? Can you give or show example?
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SPC Joseph Bagonis
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Mmmmmm....i guess this is a not...
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SPC Elizabeth DeCamp
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I think my mother said it best that a lady looks like she's neither hunting nor fishing nor catching.
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CPT Quentin von Éfáns-Taráfdar
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That is a very lascivious dress she is almost wearing.
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MAJ David Vermillion
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One that doesn't show cleavage and thigh.
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SPC Annette Watchous
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what she is wearing should be outlawed. example is like a prom dress or just a nice dress that is tasteful or dress uniform.
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CPT Quentin von Éfáns-Taráfdar
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That is an elegant and tasteful gown she isn't wearing.
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TSgt Ronald Bailey
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This lady in the picture and her escort should be directed to leave the ball!
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SGT Jaime Alaniz
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I hope his senior rater for his OER addresses the issue of UNSATISFACTORY DECISION MAKING!!! You sir are a prime example of why spineless, whines, wimps should NEVER BE ALLOWED IN THE MILITARY!!! You are a disgrace to the CAVALRY BRANCH, the officer Corp, and manhood in general. You have destroyed your own career. Better luck next time.
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CPT Quentin von Éfáns-Taráfdar
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He is going to need more than luck!
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PFC Pamala (Hall ) Foster
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Tomorrow night in MY first Marine Corps Ball and I am prior Army so I am very honored and nervous at the same time. I have my gown, pearls, gloves, shoes ready, but I am wondering if I should keep my shoulders covered during dinner?
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Cpl Sarah Mast
Cpl Sarah Mast
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Every ball varies in actual formality (usually the more officer wives the more formal), so bring the wrap you wish but don't expect to use it. I was the only one in a ball of over 1000 wives to even wear gloves, so be prepared to be flexible if you feel self concious. I will say, however- NEVER apologize for being the best dressed in the room, especially in what is supposed to be a black tie affair. Wear your classiness like the jewel that it is. Your husband/boyfriend will be glad he has a true lady on his arm.
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CAPT Pilot
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Shoulders are fine, it is the skimpy cut that folks originally were discussing. Have fun!
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SSG Student Services Nco
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The above dress is NOT!!
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