Think piled-high and powdered hair; think puffed sleeves and bodiced gowns adorned with bows.
Queen Marie-Antoinette lookalikes will be out in force at The Capital Club in Dubai's International Financial Centre this Friday.
Men are also invited to adopt the 18th century French theme and channel the spirit of Louis VXI with his penchant for curled wigs, frock coats and red-soled shoes (yes, pre Louboutin!).
Masks, for kings, queens and courtiers attending the stylish soiree this weekend, are a must. If you can’t source them before your carriage drops you to the venue, they will be available to buy inside.
Did you know: Marie-Antoinette was executed on 16th October 1793.
Did you also know: Around the late 1670s, Louis VXI – known for his passion for all things a la mode - passed a law which created the Parisian seamstresses' guild. Haute couture was born less than two centuries later.
Masquerade Ball details: French inspired food, entertainment and prizes for the best dressed.
The Capital Club will be donating a percentage of the ticket price from the evening’s proceeds to INJAZ-UAE, Capital Club’s Charity of Choice for 2014 & 2015.
• Doors open at 9pm on Friday 17th October at The Capital Club, DIFC. RSVP is essential to rsvp@capitalclubdubai.com. Tickets for members cost Dh350 or Dh600 for members' guests
