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Social Events: Fancy Dress

Fancy Dress dances and events were a large part of the social scene on campus until well into the 1960s. Students attending these events were naturally expected to look the part, and the countless masquerade balls and ‘theme’ dances provided ample opportunity for students to dress themselves imaginatively.

Oriental-themed Masquerade Ball

St Valentine's Day Dance

Masquerade Ball

A man walks the catwalk in drag for the annual PKD Frosh Week Fashion Show.

Agro Masquerade Ball

Bogey Ball costume contest winners

Bogey Ball Contestants

The Four Aces

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