My 18th Century Life

In my  18th-century life, I'm the 18-year-old daughter of a a French Marquis of a well-connected line and modest fortune.  Papa has announced that his most important project of this season is to help me find a good husband.  This spring was a flurry of fabrics and styles and fittings to prepare for presentation at the Royal Court, all supervised by the discriminating eye of my dear aunt.

Here I am on the day I was presented to His Royal Majesty and the Court at Versailles.

I absolutely ADORE this gown, made for me by Madame swaffette Firefly, of 

sf design.  It is a lovely mix of velvet of the deepest burgundy and exquisite Belgian lace in an ecru color.  Its lines set off my figure in a way designed to tantalize the eye of any man, yet still remain within the bounds of propriety.   The sheer gloves run the length of my arm, and are trimmed with the most delightful of ribbons.  It makes me feel like the belle of the ball, and not a child from a small country estate.  Dressed like this, I hope to attract the attention of a husband this season.  I pray that the man my father approves will be kind and thoughtful, handsome, and neither too old nor too young.  Wish me luck!

Gown:     Cordelia, by swaffette Firefly of sf design

Hair:       Mirabella, by Enigma

Skin:       Oleana (Pale), by Amacci

Jewelry:  Shaina, by Lazuri

Fan:        Almond Lace Fan, by Urid Dal's Hat Shop

Inworld Location:  Chateau de Versailles2

Photo:     Jeannie Dreamer