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Queen of fashion

Queen of fashion

what Marie Antoinette wore to the Revolution
Art & PhotographyBiography & Memoir
Pages
412
Published
2007
Language
English

Synopsis

Caroline Weber's "Queen of Fashion" offers a fresh look at Marie Antoinette, moving beyond the caricature to explore her role as a style icon and a shrewd political player. This biography examines how the young queen used fashion to navigate the treacherous landscape of the French court, shaping her image and influencing the political currents of her time. Discover the woman behind the legend and her impact on the world of style and power.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeReflectiveIntellectualAtmospheric

Genres

Art & Photography Biography & Memoir History

About the author

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Caroline Weber

Caroline Weber is a historian specializing in French culture and the politics of style. She is the author of Queen of Fashion, which examines Marie Antoinette’s wardrobe and its role in the French Revolution. Her work focuses on the social history of the European elite.