What are quinceañeras? Where did the tradition originate? And how should I dress for one?
Author: Amanda M. Socci
Amanda M. Socci
Amanda M. Socci is a freelance writer who lives in Alexandria, Va. with her husband and two daughters. She is passionate about many things, including school fundraising, Girl Scouts and recycling with art. Amanda can be reached at SocciWriter@gmail.com. Washington Parent received a Gold Award from the Parenting Media Association for a profile she wrote for the magazine.
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