Queen of Fashion
What Marie Antoinette Wore to the Revolution (PICADOR)
by:
Caroline Weber
in:
European History
Summary:
The book delves into the fashion choices of Marie Antoinette, exploring how her extravagant wardrobe choices reflected and influenced the politics and culture of her time. It examines the role her style played in her downfall and the French Revolution, highlighting the intersection of fashion, power, and history.
Key points:
1. Fashion as Power: Caroline Weber shows how Marie Antoinette used fashion for political clout and to assert her power at the French court.
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