💠 The essentials in five secrets

• Era: Versailles, circa 1750

• Silhouette: long, fluid, impeccably held

• Fabrics: white cotton, decorative ribbons

• Finishings: side openings to access pockets Bespoke creation – Photos are non-contractual Estimated time: 2 weeks

🩰 Beneath the petticoats, the art of mystery. Within the folds, a well-kept secret. (The underpinning that makes all the difference!)

A mischievous gust of wind? The Marquise would never allow an impertinent glance to linger on her ankles…

This white cotton petticoat, decorated with grosgrain ribbons at the waist and hem, preserves modesty while protecting the noble fabric of the gown from the wear of worldly life.

A pli religieuse at the hem adds a touch of playfulness. The pleats, sewn entirely in 18th-century fashion, meet in a flat pleat at the front to keep the line slender, and in a box pleat at the back to give volume.

Closed with ties at the front and back, it leaves the hips free: the Marquise must be able to slip her hand into her pockets worn beneath… so that a billet-doux may find refuge there before prying eyes take notice.

✂️ A creation stitched for you This model is not in stock: it is crafted on request, to your measurements and preferences.

You choose:

• Your size (with my guidance if needed)

• The fabrics (identical or equivalent, depending on availability)

• The details (length, lining, stylistic variations)

Each piece is entirely handmade in my atelier. Allow 2 weeks for completion. I work exclusively with eco-sourced or upcycled fabrics, from trusted European suppliers.

🧵 Technical details

• Pleating in 18th-century style

• Decorative ribbons

• Closure with ties at front and back

• Pli religieuse hand-sewn

💌 Who is this petticoat for? For you, Marquise, if:

• You leave nothing to chance, not even your underpinnings

• You like your pleats as disciplined as your intrigues

• You know a petticoat can be the most discreet weapon in a wardrobe