The Société des Lumières held a Turkish-themed salon last night — because, of course, all things exotic & oriental (as it was called then) were quite the rage in the 18th century! So this was an excuse to wear turbans, Indian pajamas, caftans, kimonos, & other “foreign” garb to our articles of undress for a casual evening of delights. I assembled an outfit from things I actually bought in India, plus a borrowed Turkish belly-dancing vest, & wrapped an Indian scarf around my be-wigged head, inspired by Jen Thompson’s helpful video tutorial. The effect was a bit more 1920s than 18th century, but it looked cute.
Here are a few images from the evening…
Lady Mary & Lady Constance lounge in comfort
Mary Robinson & Mary Montague know exotic dances!
Louis Antione de Bougainville & the Duchesse de Polignac
Lady Hester Stanhope
Mary Darby Robinson
Banastre Tarleton
Tasty treats
During the carriage ride
Constance’s chapeau turbanesque
Lady Constance a la Indienne
Gathered before the party
Louis Antione de Bougainville, Lady Mary Wortley Montague, Lady Constance Viscontess Mourdant of Avalon, & the Duchesse de Polignac
What a fabulous event! You all look so wonderful, and I especially love your turban! 🙂
Thank *you* – I used to think turbans required a lot more construction before watching your vid 🙂