What Happened to Marie Antoinettes Clothes

The Royal Crown jewels of France, both worn by Queen Marie-Antoinette and King Louis XVI, disappeared during the French Revolution but came back into the public eye and were auctioned by Sotheby’s in May of last year.

Do any of Marie Antoinette's dresses still exist?

Although — like most of Marie Antoinette’s wardrobe — the dress no longer exists, it seemed to befit a queen, judging by descriptions of its wide pannier hips and striking silver color. There was just one small problem.

How big was Marie Antoinette's waist?

Yet somehow, despite Marie Antoinette’s seemingly overwhelming calorie intake, she was able to maintain a very trim 58cm (23 inches) waist, Wheeler notes, according to her seamstress Madame Eloffe.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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