Louis XIV
Louis XIV rode horses, fencing and ballet but not just for the physical exercise. Why else did he participate in the activates?
He’s infatuated with his legs.
True or false. Givenchy is haute couture.
True
True or false. Marie-Antionette was an introvert.
False
In what country and year was Napoleon born?
Corsica in 1769
What is Chanel's iconic perfume called?
Chanel No. 5
True or false. The king bathed once a week.
True
True or false. Gucci is haute couture.
False
What furniture fabric was Marie's favorite?
Toile or canvas
How long does the first empire last?
10 years
What haute couture outfit has become one of the most iconic one due to its simplicity?
The little black dress (LBD)
Who was Philippe de France?
The Kings brother.
How many times a year does a collection presented?
Twice a year
Why did Elizabeth Vigée Le Brun change the theme for Marie's portrait to be with her children?
To give the impression the Marie wasn't cold and self-centered.
True or false. Marie Joséphine was a widow when she Napoleon.
False
Gabrielle Chanel
Who was Jean-Baptiste Colbert?
The Minister of Finances
How many outfits are in the collections presented?
80 outfits
Did Maire actual say the quote "Let them eat cake"?
No, she said something like "let them eat sweet bread" but that is not confirmed.
What was one of the only characteristics that changed in menswear in the 17th century?
The length of sleeves, pants, and jackets and the variations in terms of accessories
What country was Coco exiled to?
Switzerland
What are mouches?
A single dot applied on a pimple or a mole
What does couture mean in French?
Dressmaking
What were Marie-Antionette's last words?
"Excuse me, Sir, I did not mean to do it."
What did Napoleon make legal again when he was power?
Slavery
What is the name of the couturier that modernized the Chanel brand?
Karl Lagerfeld