Throughout history rulers have used dress as a form of legitimisation and propaganda. While palaces, pictures and jewels might reflect the choice of a monarch's predecessors or advisers, clothes reflected the preferences of the monarch himself. Being both personal and visible, the right costume at the right time could transform and define a monarch's reputation. Many royal leaders have used dress as a weapon, from Louis XIV to Catherine the Great, and Napoleon I to Princess Diana. This intriguing book explores how rulers have sought to control their image through their appearance. Mansel shows how individual styles of dress throw light on the personalities of particular monarchs, on their court system, and on their ambitions. He looks also at the economics of the costume industry, at patronage, at the etiquette involved in mourning dress, and at the act of dressing itself. Fascinating glimpses into the lives of European monarchs and contemporary potentates reveal the intimate connection between power and the way it is packaged.

King Louis XIV had many loves, but none as compelling as Versailles, the modest country estate he transformed into one of the world's most spectacular palaces. Here is the dramatic - and tragic - story of Versailles and the men and women who made it their home.

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Become king or queen of your castle with this burgundy, velvet-style, and faux-fur-lined royal cloak. Great for a Halloween costume, disguise, or film or stage wardrobe, this long, burgundy cloak is sure to draw attention in any capacity. Dress like a king, queen, or other royal subject at your next costume party and knight friends or family members and rule over the party. Lined with white faux fur and trimmed in gold lace, this fancy burgundy cloak is sure to give make you look like royalty when paired with a crown and scepter. Give this cloak as a gift to royalty wannabes, use it as a prop in stage or movie productions, or wear it as part of a Halloween costume and get people talking. Burgundy medieval-style cape measures approximately 52" long from the top of the collar to the bottom of the cloak and 82" wide. As with all our products, this royal costume accessory ships brand new with our 100% customer satisfaction guarantee.

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High quality print/poster. We only use high quality 200 - 260 GSM Paper, giving you a superior print/poster ready for framing.

High quality print/poster. We only use high quality 200 - 260 GSM Paper, giving you a superior print/poster ready for framing.

High quality print/poster. We only use high quality 200 - 260 GSM Paper, giving you a superior print/poster ready for framing.

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Versailles VirtuesLife as a king in the late 1700's was a social one. In fact, kings were almost never left alone. From the moment Louis XVI woke up in the morning, he was surrounded by servants, advisors, and top guys from his various councils. And yes, luxurious royal activities abounded. He had to get his wig powdered and shaped. He went hunting with the boys. He entertained dignitaries in the hall of mirrors (we'll give you one guess what the walls of that hall are decorated with). Our point? The royal guy was super busy! With all the little details he needed to

Versailles VirtuesLife as a king in the late 1700's was a social one. In fact, kings were almost never left alone. From the moment Louis XVI woke up in the morning, he was surrounded by servants, advisors, and top guys from his various councils. And yes, luxurious royal activities abounded. He had to get his wig powdered and shaped. He went hunting with the boys. He entertained dignitaries in the hall of mirrors (we'll give you one guess what the walls of that hall are decorated with). Our point? The royal guy was super busy! With all the little details he needed to