Napoleon’s youngest and favorite sister, Pauline Bonaparte, was the opulent inspiration behind jennypackham’s spring collection.
Napoleon’s youngest and favorite sister, Pauline Bonaparte, was the opulent inspiration behind Jenny Packham’s spring collection, induced by a visit to the British Embassy in Paris, once her home. Reputed to be the most beautiful woman in Europe of her time — and with a salacious reputation — it proved a rich backdrop for a glittering collection for 21st-century party girls.
Strong statement shoulders, cape details, tulle panels, crystal tassels and pearl embroideries — all inspired by paintings of the princess — adorned many of the elaborate designs, worked to include a palette of pastel shades like sky blue, powder pink and turquoise that were de rigueur at the time.
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