Those held in the 19th century, which I see as the ancestors of some of
today's "reenactments." Many were truly private invitation-only events.
A few people throw private at-home Victorian or other costumed dances
today, particularly for things like theme weddings (another spin-off of
reenactment IMO). But usually such events are public, buy-a-ticket,
because they usually require renting a largish space. And I agree,
people are often allowed to wear modern evening dress, although for some
the "attempt" at a period costume is stipulated.
Fran
Lavolta Press
http://www.lavoltapress.com
I'm not sure of your meaning of Victorian costume balls - is it
those held in the 19th century, or vintage dances now?
-Carol
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