1939 LIFE Magazine Pages Society Debutantes Brenda Frazier Eleanor Roosevelt For Sale

Explore these original pages from a 1939 LIFE Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 2, dated January 9, 1939. This fascinating ephemera provides a captivating glimpse into the high society world of debutantes during the late 1930s. The feature articles, titled "RICH GIRLS: 1,000 MAKE DEBUTS THIS YEAR AT $8,000,000" and "SOCIETY MEETS BRENDA FRAZIER," highlight the lavish social events and prominent figures of the era.The pages are richly illustrated with numerous black and white photographs showcasing debutantes like Brenda Frazier, Eleanor Roosevelt 2nd, Eileen Balfe, and other "Glamor Girls" from New York and Miami. Detailed text accompanies the images, discussing the social scene, the considerable costs associated with debuts, and personal profiles of these influential young women. These pages offer a unique historical document, capturing the essence of a bygone era of American high society and its traditions.