40 Years of French Rococo Walking Dresses: 1730s – 1770s Evolution (The Pet-en-l'air) Full Version

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Step back into the gardens of Versailles. This visual exploration captures the sophisticated charm of the Pet-en-l'air, the quintessential French 'Walking Dress' that defined everyday luxury from the 1730s to the 1770s.

Discover the transition from the structured Baroque to the whimsical Rococo era. This video highlights the unique characteristics of 18th-century French couture, including:

The Silhouette: The iconic short jacket featuring the graceful 'Watteau pleats' (plis Watteau) flowing from the shoulders.

The Craftsmanship: Exquisite silk damasks, hand-painted florals, and intricate brocades that adorned the French nobility.

The Accessories: From Bergère straw hats to lace-trimmed parasols and silk fans, witness the complete ensemble of a lady’s daily stroll.

Whether in the Tuileries or at a country estate, explore how the French Pet-en-l'air balanced comfort with the opulence of the Enlightenment era