This is a practice for beautiful ladies who wish to change their situation, reveal their feminine charm, feel desired and worthy of admiration.
Everyone knows Queen Margot — daughter of Catherine de’ Medici, one of the most brilliant women of the French Renaissance. It is said that her beauty made such an impression that people came to the French court simply to see her. Her full name was Marguerite de Valois; she was born on 14 May 1553 at the Château de Saint-Germain-en-Laye, France. Her father was King Henry II of France.
Remember her mother, Catherine de’ Medici, who brought the art of perfumery from sunny Italy to France. With her came Italian perfume traditions to the French court, along with the famous master Renato Bianco, known in France as René the Florentine. Thus Queen Margot grew up among refined scents, luxurious fabrics, jewels and court ceremonies.
And her favourite fragrances — amber, musk, jasmine and delicate lavender — will become part of our royal transformation. 👑
1. Choosing the Queen’s Image
Find an image of Queen Margot that inspires you. Look at her portraits and choose the one that awakens admiration in you and the desire to try on this image. I also recommend reading about her admirers, among whom were recognised court beauties and members of royal families.
Imagine that you are a queen. Choose a gown, a hairstyle, jewellery and a crown for yourself. Do not rush: feel exactly how you want to be.
2. The Royal Morning — Monday
On Monday morning, wake up a little earlier than usual.
Begin the day with a small beauty ritual:
- Wash your face with milk. You may use ordinary milk or dissolve a little powdered milk in water.
- Take a shower, giving attention to your body.
- Do your hair and make-up.
- Light a scented candle or place a small bunch of lavender nearby.
- Apply your favourite perfume. Scents with notes of amber, musk, jasmine or lavender are especially suitable.
Inhale the fragrance and imagine that you are in an ancient French château.
3. Trying on the Royal Gown
Close your eyes and imagine that you are dressing in a luxurious Renaissance gown.
Feel how the corset tightly embraces your waist, straightens your back and changes your posture. Imagine the voluminous skirt, the heavy precious fabric, the long sleeves, the jewels on your neck and hands.
And finally — the crown!
Feel its weight on your head. Straighten up. Raise your chin. Now you are Queen Margot.
Notice: in such a gown it is impossible to run, to fuss or to make abrupt movements. It demands smoothness, dignity and a special grace.
Remember this feeling.
4. The Queen’s Magnetism
Imagine that you enter a luxurious hall of a French château.
Men turn to look at you. They notice your beauty, admire you, wish to be near you, to offer flowers, to pay a compliment or to invite you to dance.
You do not try to attract attention at any cost. You simply are present. You accept admiration, smiles and compliments with dignity.
You do not need to prove your attractiveness to anyone. You already know your worth.
5. Living the Whole Monday as a Queen
And now the most interesting part!
Throughout the whole of Monday try to maintain this state — even if you go to the shop, take the lift, walk along the street or enter a café.
Imagine that you are still wearing the enormous royal gown and that the crown is on your head.
How will you move?
- Do not hurry and do not fuss.
- Do not make abrupt movements.
- Walk smoothly, beautifully, with dignity.
- Keep your back straight, your chin slightly raised.
- Do not fidget or pull at your clothes.
- Smile calmly and confidently.
Imagine that your gown occupies the space around you and that the crown requires impeccable posture.
You do not adapt to the rush of those around you. You set your own rhythm.
Walk as if the whole world were your royal palace. Do not demand attention — inwardly allow yourself to be noticed.
6. The Queen’s Little Secret
Place a small scented sachet of lavender in your handbag.
During the day, when you feel tiredness, irritation or uncertainty, take it out, inhale the fragrance and recall your royal state.
Remember the gown, the crown, the posture and the woman you have decided to become.
7. Queen Margot’s Main Rule
A queen does not beg for love, does not compete for attention and does not diminish herself for others.
She knows her worth. She knows how to accept admiration, care and compliments. She herself chooses whom to let into her life and to whom to give her attention.
Remember: your crown begins with your attitude towards yourself!
May this Monday become the beginning of your little royal story. 👑
And do not forget the queen’s menu!
What could have been plausible in her era (second half of the 16th – beginning of the 17th century):
Lavender. It was used in Provençal and court cuisine as an aromatic herb, in sauces, honey, sweets and for scenting.
Ris de veau (veal sweetbreads) were highly valued at court.
Beef, herb-and-spice sauces, mushrooms, purée, roasted fruits with honey — all of this existed.
A cheese selection and digestifs — normal for a noble table.
Italian influence (thanks to Catherine de’ Medici) was already strong at the French court.
What is completely impossible for the 16th century:
Chocolate mi-cuit, tiramisu, Pavlova — these desserts appeared centuries later (18th–20th centuries).
Tonka bean, passion fruit, modern ice cream — products of the New World that were either still unknown or extremely rare and not used in that way.
Risotto in its modern form and rigatoni — Italian pasta and risotto were not yet a habitual part of the French royal menu in that form.
Speculoos, salted-butter caramel, diplomat cream, etc. — all much later inventions.
What would a real menu of Queen Margot have looked like?
It would have been much heavier, spicier and more “medieval-Renaissance”:
a great deal of game, pâtés, meat pies;
strongly spiced sauces (saffron, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg);
sweet-and-sour combinations;
candied fruits, marzipan, hypocras (spiced wine);
fewer light creamy textures, more rich and savoury dishes.
My “Menu de la Reine” with lavender is a beautiful and very tasty modern stylisation “in the spirit” of the era, not a historical reconstruction. It is a fantasy that successfully conveys an atmosphere of luxury and Provençal fragrance, but in the composition of the dishes belongs to the 21st century.
Enjoy your Monday in a royal way,
Always yours,
Whisper of Flower…