To say they was excited beforehand does not cut mustard -we had big expectations for the evening and these were effortlessly surpassed.
The attention to detail of the venue’s decoration was perfect -French, Spanish and Italian flags were everywhere, and the music was oftentimes in those languages an hour from Durham centre, the Ball’s setting was pretty literally breathtaking. Enrique Iglesias’ Bailando still stuck in our heads for good, all we could do was look forward to next Ball, as we clambered onto the coach on the way back to Durham. I hate to admit it but they couldn’t live without Instagram!, no doubt, I’m Kathryn, a ‘firstyear’ Modern Languages undergraduate living at St. Then once more, bonjour! It’s safe to say that I’m fascinated by words and languages, I’m studying French, German and Italian this year.
Alongside my trilingual studies, I actually am a lover of travelling, nature, poetry in special languages, ‘gluten free’ cake and all things arty any other’s ball gowns, we mingled and embraced the joie de vivre of being Durham students.
Later we enjoyed classic Durham style ‘Ents’ – live music, photo booth and candyfloss machine.
It differs from a college formal as you could bond with chums from our own subject and branch out some more.
Did you know that the dancefloor was a blur of colours and sequins as we danced night away to French, Spanish and Italian music. Planning to a Ball exclusively for your subject was probably so exciting and definitely worth it! A well-reputed fact that has been. Continental vibes were ultimately ‘ever present’ and for me it was without a doubt a term highlight, and indeed my first year at Durham as a whole.
The tables were stunningly decorated, adorned with glittering streamers in the French colours flag, whole bulbs of garlic and vintage wine bottles turned candle holders tied with redish gingham ribbon.