soirée
A soirée is an evening social gathering designed for conversation, entertainment, and conviviality. In its broad sense, it refers to an event held after dark that may include music, readings, performances, a meal, or cocktails, with attendance often by invitation and a social atmosphere that emphasizes refined or leisurely interaction.
Etymology and usage: The word comes from the French soir, meaning evening. In English, soirée denotes a
Variants and types: Soirées can take many forms, including salon-like intellectual gatherings, dinner soirées, soirées musicales
Settings and etiquette: Soirées are commonly hosted in private homes, cultural venues, or clubs. They typically
Cultural history and modern usage: French salons of the 17th and 18th centuries, run by prominent literary