“Damen had half expected a gaudy parade costume, but Laurent had always defined himself against the opulence of the court. And he did not need gilt to be recognised under a parade standard, only the uncovered bright of his hair.” — S.U. Pacat Copy Share Image
A real woman always has a couple of really good and expensive dresses in her wardrobe. They play the role of a parade costume for cases when it's necessary to make an impression. — Anonymous Copy Share Image
