I received a free review copy of this book from the publisher; all opinions are my own, of course. Read on for a chance to win a signed copy of the new book!
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The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking Spotlight + Book Giveaway!
I received a free review copy of this book from the publisher; all opinions are my own, of course. Read on for a chance to win a signed copy of the new book!
Giveaway Winner Announced For The Tokyo Milk Kiss Me Kit
The Fall is Fabulous giveaway has ended and we have a winner! The lucky winner drawn at random is...
Giveaway Winner Announced for Young Jane Austen: Becoming A Writer
And the winner is...
Book Spotlight + Jane Austen Giveaway!
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Author Syrie James was inspired to write Jane Austen's First Love by references in several of Jane Austen's letters to Edward Taylor, heir to Bifrons Park in Kent (pictured above!). You will feel like you are on holiday with Austen as the book looks back to real events and people Jane encountered while visiting the countryside with her sister Cassandra.
Fifteen-year-old Jane Austen dreams of three things: doing something useful, writing something worthy, and falling madly in love. When she visits her brother in Kent to celebrate his engagement to Miss Elizabeth Bridges, Jane meets wealthy, devilishly handsome Edward Taylor, heir to the nearby estate of Bifrons--a fascinating, highly accomplished young man who is truly worthy of Jane's affections. Jane knows a match between her and Edward is unlikely, but every moment she spends with him makes her heart race--and he seems to return her interest.
Much to her displeasure, however, there is another seeking his attention. Jane seeks distraction by attempting to correct the pairings of three other prospective couples. But when her matchmaking aspirations do not all turn out as anticipated, Jane discovers the danger of relying on first impressions.
To celebrate the holidays and the release of Jane Austen's First Love, Syrie is giving away five prize packages filled with an amazing selection of Jane Austen-inspired gifts and books!
To enter the giveaway contest, simply leave a comment on this post.
Increase your chances of winning by visiting multiple stops along the Jane Austen's First Love Holiday Blog Tour! Syrie's unique guest posts will be featured on a variety of subjects, along with fun interviews, spotlights, excerpts, and reviews of the novel. Contest closes at 11:59pm PT, December 21, 2014. Five lucky winners will be drawn at random from all of the comments on the tour, and announced on Syrie’s website on December 22, 2014. The giveaway contest is open to everyone, including international residents.
Good luck to all!
Continue reading for a peek inside the new novel!
18th-Century Inspired #Giveaway: The Time-Traveling Fashionista at the Palace of Marie Antoinette
I was recently in touch with Bianca Turetsky, the author of the Time-Traveling Fashionista Series. This book series follows 12 year old Louise Lambert who discovers she can visit different periods in history. The second book, The Time-Traveling Fashionista at the Palace of Marie Antoinette, takes Louise back to 18th century France.
This series is a really fun way to introduce the places, the people and the events that occurred in history to young readers. I enjoyed the book from cover to cover and had a few questions for Bianca. Checkout her mini-interview below and enter the giveaway now through Dec. 8th 2014.
Tis the season for a holiday giveaway!
Marie Antoinette's birthday giveaway winners!
Thank you all for entering my Marie Antoinette Birthday giveaway! The lucky winners are:
Marie Antoinette's Birthday, let's have a giveaway!
It is that time of year again, Marie Antoinette's birthday! 256 years ago today the lady was born in Austria. Twenty years later she was having fabulous parties to celebrate in France. Really, is there any better time for a giveaway? So read on and enter my Birthday giveaway and of course *passes champagne*
Giveaway winners!
Congratulations to the following readers who will soon have their very own fans, perfect for this summer!
- Anabel **
**winners: please email me at MarieAntoinetteGossip{at}gmail.com with your mailing address. Prizes not claimed by Friday May 20, will be offered to a runner up. Thanks!!
3 years already? Let̕ s Celebrate!!
This weekend will be nothing but fresh berries and champagne, with plenty to go around! Did I mention royal cupcakes? If you have not yet heard, Heather and I are celebrating 3 years of blogging, and hosting an online bloggiversary bash! Which really just means fun and games for you!
So many great things have come from the blogs since that sunny May back in 08! I love the conversations we have here and over at Georgiana's Gossip Guide, and Twitter as well, for those of you there. I hope everyone has had as much fun here as I have! In short, thanks for hanging out and taking part in our little salons, keep the humor, wit, and knowledge coming!
So, each bloggiversary we try to do a fun giveaway, and this year we are focusing on fans. Practical for warm days and gossiping about the fabulous past with your friends! Every lady should have a fan in her possession. In fact, I would be surprised if you didn't!
That is where the giveaway comes in to play!
How To Enter:
To win one of four fans I am giving away, simply comment on this blog stating why you don't have a fan.
example:"I left it on a train in France. Oops!"
Or Heather's reason:
"some prossie broke mine!"
One 'grand' prize winner will receive a fan and Let Them eat Cake! Bon Bon Lip Balm from Tokyo Milk! yum! I mean, this is a birthday after all! French Vanilla, shredded Coconut and a hint of cocoa...for a perfect kiss!
Winners will be announced Friday May 13, Good luck!
Giveaway Winner!
Thank you everyone for entering last week's giveaway, which was offered by Vivien from Candy Violet! It was so fun to see the amazing items you all picked out. I had no doubt that Gossip Guide readers have excellent taste in fashion =)There were 58 entries, and using random.org our lucky winner was Hierogothic! Congrats, please send me an email with your mailing address and name so that Vivien can post the item to you.
Thanks again everyone!!
Giveaway! Empire Choker
Good morning and happy Friday! I can't think of a better way to kick off a weekend, than with a giveaway! So exciting!!
This giveaway comes to us from Vivien over at Candy Violet. You may recognize her company because I have posted favorites such as her Marie Antoinette inspired collection, and Jane Eyre-esque jackets!
I have always loved her designs and colors so I knew it would be perfect for the Gossip Guide!
A little about Vivien's collection:
Inspired by Antique Georgian jewelry, and using mid 20th century techniques the pieces in this collection are sure to make a statement whatever your quaintrelle style! The pieces are handmade and come in three different colors.
For the giveaway Vivien has selected a handmade Empire Choker in Coral. The choker is one size fits all, and as she pointed out, the coral color is perfect for day and evening wear so you will get the most out of it! The choker also features a removable drop pendant, so you have two styles in one.
When you remove the drop pendant, the choker looks so Madame du Pompadour, don't you agree?
Here's how to enter:
1. Leave me a comment along with your favorite piece from Vivien's collection. You can view all of her jewelry designs here and clothing designs throughout the shop.
2. Giveaway is open to U.S and International Readers.
~ All entries must be posted by Friday, February 25th, 11:59pm ET. Winner announced Sunday Feb. 27.~
Good luck and I can't wait to see what items you pick out!!
Holiday giveaway winners!
Thank you for entering my holiday giveaway! If you have not yet, read through some of the entries, there were so many interesting bits of scandal discussed!! I really enjoyed reading them as they came in!
All four winners were selected using random.org number generator, they are:
La Grande Odalisque mini notepad:
Rebecca L
heidilea
Marie Antoinette inspired keepsake box:
Quinne
Juicy Couture Clue Game:
Alexandra
To the winners- please send me an email with your mailing address, and I will send out the items! Items need to be claimed by January 9.
Thanks again to everyone for entering I look forward to hearing from you in the new year! ~Lauren
Tis the Giveaway Season
In honor of the season and new year I am happy to present the end of season giveaway! It has been a really wonderful year here, lots of good gossip, art, fashion and scandals to talk about and I have particularly enjoyed getting to hear from so many readers! It is so great to read through the comments and emails and I hope to hear from more of you and more often!
There are 4 prizes to win in this giveaway:
Two lucky readers will receive a fotofolio mini-note book featuring La Grande Odalisque by Jean-August-Dominique Ingres. The notebook has an elastic closure, and is very handy for travel- from the Louvre.
One reader will receive a lovely mini Marie Antoinette inspired keepsake box, in the shape of a book, with a green tea vegetable based barre de savon! There is even a little cameo on the inside lid! (by Punch Studio
)
And the final 'grand' prize will go to one reader: a copy of the Juicy Couture edition of Clue! Perfect for hosting parties with tea, finger sandwiches and scandal!
Discover the secrets behind the Crimes of Couture. The favorite Clue® game gets a very Juicy makeover.
-Custom game board's floor plan depicts Juicy locales such as The Shoe Salon, a Candy Room, and a Design Studio.For ages 9+.
-Six movers.
-Nine silvertone Couture pieces.
-Six personality cards.
-Deck of rumor cards.
-Deck of intrigue cards.
-Custom score pad.
-Scandal envelope.
-Two dice.
-Six movers.
-Nine silvertone Couture pieces.
-Six personality cards.
-Deck of rumor cards.
-Deck of intrigue cards.
-Custom score pad.
-Scandal envelope.
-Two dice.
To enter simply leave a comment on this post with your favorite bit of 18th century gossip: a story about something or someone or fun fact, it can be something you have learned here or elsewhere, anything at all relating to the 18th century!
You may enter the giveaway through midnight, Sunday 26 December winners will be posted Monday 27 December.
Good luck and Happy holidays!
~~~~Thank you for entering!~~~~
~~~~The giveaway is closed.~~~~
~~~~Winners will be posted Monday Dec. 27, check back!~~~~
Rococo en Fleurs Givaway Winner
Congratulations to our winner of the flower accessory, Julia Coenobita !!! Please contact me with your mailing details!Thank you everyone who entered to win the flower by Rococo en Fleurs. Be sure to visit Danielle's shop on Etsy to see the full range of her autumn blooms. And thank you Danielle for offering this wonderful giveaway!
I have to say I loved all the ideas you guys had for wearing the flowers, if anyone does end up with one of these fab accessories do share pictures of how you are wearing it! I would love to see!
18th Century Inspired: Giveaway!
Let's kick off this lovely October week with a giveaway! Danielle at Rococo en Fleurs has a new fall collection of wearable fleurs, blooms for any occasion inspired by 18th century portraits!
One lucky Gossip Guide reader will win this fresh made "Antoinette" bloom!
Description:
The "Antoinette" flower is inspired by Joseph Ducreux's 1769 portrait of Marie Antoinette. Her inspiration includes, colors, texture of materials and of course, flowers!
This hand singed flower was created using light beige, silver, and deep royal blue fabrics and has been filled with authentic clear quartz 3.5mm faceted rondelle beads. Just enough to catch the light! It measures approximately 2.5" by 2.75" or 6.5cm by 7.5cm.
The winner can select the type of attachment they would like (bobby pin, hair clip, or pin)
How to enter:
Leave a comment on this post telling us how you would wear flowers fashionably today! I might attach one to a long string of pearls!
That is it!
The giveaway closes Sunday October 17 and the winner will be posted here on Monday October 18.
Good luck and thanks for entering!!
One lucky Gossip Guide reader will win this fresh made "Antoinette" bloom!
The "Antoinette" flower is inspired by Joseph Ducreux's 1769 portrait of Marie Antoinette. Her inspiration includes, colors, texture of materials and of course, flowers!
This hand singed flower was created using light beige, silver, and deep royal blue fabrics and has been filled with authentic clear quartz 3.5mm faceted rondelle beads. Just enough to catch the light! It measures approximately 2.5" by 2.75" or 6.5cm by 7.5cm.
The winner can select the type of attachment they would like (bobby pin, hair clip, or pin)
How to enter:
Leave a comment on this post telling us how you would wear flowers fashionably today! I might attach one to a long string of pearls!
That is it!
The giveaway closes Sunday October 17 and the winner will be posted here on Monday October 18.
Good luck and thanks for entering!!
The winners of La Cour Parfumee Giveaway....
The random number generator (random.org) landed on the following winners...
For the bottle of fragrance by Pimpernel Clothing:
Our winner is
@Anonymous
"Comptoir Sud Pacifique Eau De Toilette - Matin Calin
for its warmth and milkiness, reminiscent of tranquil country days at the Petit Trianon."
for its warmth and milkiness, reminiscent of tranquil country days at the Petit Trianon."The two runners up will receive a code good for 10% off are:
@hhholic
"I believe a wonderful fragrance for 18th century Versailles would be D&G's Anthology collection. There are 5 scents all named after tarot cards, in French! Le Bateleur
, L'Imperatrice
, L'Amoreaux 
, La Roue De La Fortune
, and La Lune
."
, L'Imperatrice, L'Amoreaux , La Roue De La Fortune, and La Lune."Congratulations! Please contact me at marieantoinettegossip -at- gmail.com with your mailing details (email for the discount). Please contact me by July 7, after that date I will select another entry for the item.
Giveaway: La Cour Parfumee
Preferred fragrances went in and out of popularity over time. The scent of bitter orange blossoms inspired Louis XIII, he loved neroli. Naturally the popularity of any perfume with notes of neroli soared. Unique fragrances were made solely for Louis XIV, and Louis XV’s mistress Madame du Pompadour was a great patron to perfumers.
Marie Antoinette favoured flowers – loved flowers! She had a passion for their beauty but importantly, their fragrance. During her early years at Versailles, the hallways and rooms of the palace were peppered with fresh blooms, constantly cared for and replaced. As you could imagine, it was quite an experience to walk through the hallways, a fragrant experience! Giveaway!
Pimpernel Clothing, a company that makes lovely period inspired garments, has just released their first line of fragrance: Pimpernel fragrance for men, eau de toilette.
Made and inspired by the “oldest perfume house in France… a supplier of fragrance to King Louis XV and his court at Versailles” this eau de toilette is:
“perfect for a nocturnal visit to a lady in waiting at le Petit Trianon, and reminiscent of those lazy Summer afternoons sipping champagne on the lawn while evading hawk-eyed chaperones.”
Oh la la!
One winner will be drawn to win a 100ml bottle of the fragrance, which is presented in a period style glass bottle with an atomiser spray.Two additional winners will receive 10% off on a bottle.
I find the fragrance to have a very nice twist- timeless yet modern enough to wear and not overpowering. Surely the court would have clamoured for it. Winners will be announced on Wednesday June 30, 2010.
To Enter:
To enter, please leave a comment on this post and answer the following:
What modern day fragrance do you think would have been a hit at the court of Versailles and why?
(thanks Heather!)
Bloggiversary Giveaway Results!
Thank you all for entering the Bloggiversary giveaway! I used http://www.random.org/ to generate four names from the comment entries!
The winners of the Punch Studio keepsake boxes are:ajroyston
amy
Isara
The winner of the Le salon de musique de Marie-Antoinette (audio CD) is:Rod McCaslin
Congratulations! Please contact me at marieantoinettegossip -at- gmail.com with your mailing details. Please contact me by May 21, after that date I will select another entry for the item.
For those of you who just can't stand it and must have the album now, you can download the tracks as MP3's on Amazon
or purchase the audio CD
.I asked all that entered to let us know what your favorite thing about the 18th century was, and here are our results and a handful of comments!
38% Fashion The fashion and the color palette!-amy
[Stops to raise water as have no champagne in office.]...I love the robe a la polonaise!-Tulip
Fashion is more than clothing, it's art.-Mariko
Intricate embroidery on beautiful brocade is just heavenly. And the slippers! Sigh.-Laura Ingalls Gunn
I was going to say my favorite thing about the 18th century are the beautiful shoes!-Diane
13% Music
Music experimented a revolution with master minds such as Mozart, Beethoven and Paganini.-Miss Honnête
the music! It is my favorite thing from the 18th century which I can still really enjoy fully.-MmeHistoire
13% Life styles of the rich and famous
I love studying the rituals. I'm glad I don't have to know them all, but I'm fascinated by the rules of court.-Isara
For me it has to be the parties. What a sight they must have been!!! -Lily
For me it would have to be the beautiful and enigmatic Georgiana, Duchess of Devonshire...-TammieMagee
I love the culture - the dances and the rules.-Joey
Being dainty and fashionable and living in such grand estates! -Dolly
12% Art
Versailles is my favorite "thing"-Anabel
Palaces like Sanssouci and the Peterhof amaze me.-Timeeka
I enjoy looking at peoples portraits and every time I learn about someone I haven’t heard of before or take an interest in someone’s life...-Marquis Jacques
I really adore the inspiration this era gives me for decorating my boudoir.-Cathy
12% Enlightenment
*Sheaths cutlass, plants fists on hips* I love Revolutions. Technology, philosophy, politics...-Pauline
My favorite thing about the 18th century is fascinating in its mix of the changing mentalite of modern thought and the continuing medieval worldview held by the majority of people-Rod McCaslin
8% Hair stylesHonestly, I love the hair of the 18th century the most. Some incredibly styles came out of that century! -L Öst
And with that came the pouf that we all love.-Aleks
5% Literature
The most amazing literature... Not just Austen, Fielding, Radcliffe, Defoe &c... but some of the NAUGHTIEST and most SCANDALOUS stuff I have ever laid my eyes on! For Marie Antoinette fans: try 'Le Godmiche Royal.' Saucy stuff. -Emily
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