He Paris Debutante Ball It is one of the most anticipated events of the year. This November 30, a group of 19 young women from all over the world dressed in long dresses to appear in society at the Shangri-La hotel in Paris, located in front of the Eiffel Tower. Among the ladies of this edition was Ella Yamdaughter of supermodel Qiqi Yam and actor Simon Yam (tomb Raider).
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageOn this special occasion, the young woman, who is about to turn 20, has trusted Giambattista Valli. A haute couture design in fuchsia tones made up of a strapless neckline full of three-dimensional ruffles and an asymmetrical length skirt, short in front and extremely long in the back. A glamorous confection with which it has denoted romanticism and femininity. A proposal that has been elevated with jeweled shoes with floral motifs in a 3D effect and a tiara. As she herself has expressed, being at Le Bal wearing this brand is a dream come true.
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageIn key beautyShe has opted for the trend of clean look, that is, extremely subtle makeup with which the natural beauty of each one is highlighted. She has also transferred this simplicity to her hairstyle because she has worn her long brunette hair straight and loose.
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageLike her mother, Ella is passionate about the world of fashion and has made her first steps as a mannequin, becoming the cover of important newspapers. fashion. In addition, she is very active in the virtual world, where she has formed a community of more than 40 thousand followers with whom she shares her outfits, beauty tricks, as well as her daily routines. Other of his great hobbies are reading, swimming and traveling.
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageOf course, his highest priority is his studies in economics, a degree he is studying at the University of London. There is no doubt that the young lady is aiming high. The mirror in which he looks to achieve these goals are his parents, who have been by his side in the French capital. “My parents work hard and have a positive attitude towards life. It is worth learning everything about them,” Ella explained in an interview with Vogue.
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageThe gentleman who accompanied Ella was Harris Husain, of Pakistani origin and resident in New York. This young man has more than enough experience in the Debutante Ball, since in the 2023 edition he was the cavalier of his little sister, Hanna. Harris comes from a family with history, as he is the great-great-grandson of Sir Fazle Husain, lawyer, Minister of Education and founder of the Unionist party in India.
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageWhat is the Debutante Ball?
The Debutante Ball is a tradition dating back to the 18th centurywhen English ladies were presented in society before the Queen. A custom that was reinvented in 1994 in the city of the Seine. Currently, its main objective is to celebrate “excellence, women’s empowerment and harmony between debutantes and gentlemen around the world.” It is an invitation-only event and is hosted by Ophelie Renourd.
© Le Bal / Edge / Moreau / BestimageIn addition, in each edition funds are raised for a charitable cause. This 2024, the money will go to ARCFA cardiology research at Necker-Enfants Malades Hospital and Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital.
© Le Bal / Moreau / Edge / BestimageShe has shared this experience with 18 other girls. A list that includes names such as Eugenia de Borbón, daughter of Luis Alfonso de Borbón and Margarita Vargas; Apple Martin, daughter of singer Chris Martín and actress Gwyneth Paltrow; Lucia Ponti, granddaughter of Sofía Loren; and Risa Pandey, daughter of Indian actor Chunky Pandey.