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entertainment1 month ago•510 min saved

Rodrigo Embraces Bigger Glam and Confidence on Drop Dead

Olivia Rodrigo’s new single Drop Dead bursts onto the scene with a Versailles-inspired video and Cure nods, signaling a more confident, globe-trotting direction as she nears a third album. Produced with Dan Nigro, the synth-pop track blends drama with orchestral flair and a touch of 90s rock, preserving her signature heartbreak-soaked intensity while hinting at a broader sonic evolution; it’s cinematic and catchy, though not wholly surprising for her fans.

via Vulture|

#drop-dead #entertainment #olivia-rodrigo

music1 month ago•476 min saved

Olivia Rodrigo’s Versailles-Set ‘Drop Dead’ Video Sparks Royal Romance Speculation

Olivia Rodrigo released a Versailles-set music video for the lead single from her upcoming album, directed by Petra Collins, in which she meets a bar crush and envisions a romance amid the palace’s opulent halls; the clip nods to The Cure’s Just Like Heaven and is widely linked to her rumored partner Louis Partridge, suggesting a whimsically doomed romance rather than a deadly finale.

via Vulture|

#drop-dead #louis-partridge #music

culture3 months ago•2 min saved

Louvre taps Leribault to lead security overhaul after daylight jewel theft

France appoints Christophe Leribault, formerly head of Versailles, as the Louvre’s new chief to steady the museum after a daylight jewellery heist exposed security gaps, with aims to bolster safety, restore trust, and push modernization amid strikes and ongoing scrutiny.

via The Guardian|

#christophe-leribault #culture #jewellery

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Trump’s Oval Office: From Gilded Palace to Obsession Gone Awry

The article discusses Donald Trump's obsession with Versailles-style decor in his residences, comparing his approach to Louis XIV's absolutist rule, and critiques his governance style as lacking the enlightened qualities of the Sun King, ultimately suggesting his admiration for monarchy could influence the future of American democracy.

via Yahoo|

#absolutism #american-politics #politics

history1 year ago•4 min saved

Trump’s Oval Office: From Gilded Palace to Obsession Gone Wild

The article discusses Donald Trump's obsession with recreating Versailles in his residences, highlighting his affinity for gilded, opulent decor and comparing his leadership style to Louis XIV's absolutism, while contrasting his governance with the Sun King's investments in arts and sciences. It suggests that Trump's focus on grandeur and flattery may undermine democratic principles, drawing parallels to historical monarchs and their downfall.

via Slate Magazine|

#absolutism #architecture #history

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"France Makes Abortion a Constitutional Right, a Global First"

French lawmakers overwhelmingly voted to enshrine the right to abortion in the country's constitution, making France the first country to do so. The move was celebrated by women's rights groups but criticized by anti-abortion campaigners. The decision comes in response to concerns following the U.S. Supreme Court's 2022 decision to reverse the Roe v. Wade ruling. The constitutional amendment states that "the law determines the conditions in which a woman has the guaranteed freedom to have recourse to an abortion."

via Reuters|

#abortion-rights #constitution #france

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"France Makes Abortion a Constitutional Right in Historic Versailles Vote"

The French parliament has voted to enshrine abortion as a constitutional right, with 780 out of 925 MPs and senators supporting the amendment at a historic joint session at the Palace of Versailles. The move aims to give women the "guaranteed freedom" to choose an abortion and is seen as a way of protecting the law that decriminalized abortion in France in 1975. The decision comes in response to the US Supreme Court's 2022 decision to overturn Roe v Wade, and will be authenticated and finalized by President Emmanuel Macron on International Women's Day.

via The Guardian|

#abortion #constitutional-rights #france

fashion2 years ago•2 min saved

"Star-studded Versailles show pays tribute to Princess Diana while pushing fashion boundaries"

French designer Jacquemus held his Spring/Summer 2024 fashion show, titled "Le Chouchou," at the Palace of Versailles, featuring stunning runway looks and a star-studded guest list including Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, and Victoria Beckham. The collection drew inspiration from the show's location, as well as Marie Antoinette and Princess Diana, resulting in fresh and modern styles.

via GMA|

#fashion #fashion-show #gigi-hadid

fashion2 years ago•4 min saved

"Jacquemus' Versailles Show: A Fashion Tribute to Princess Diana"

Designer Simon Porte Jacquemus debuted his Fall 2023 collection, titled "Le Chouchou," at Versailles, drawing inspiration from Princess Diana and the iconic French palace. The show featured unconventional interpretations of formal court attire, with lace silhouettes and bows transformed into miniskirts and lingerie tops. Kendall Jenner wore sapphire pearl jewelry reminiscent of Diana's engagement ring and revenge dress choker, while Gigi Hadid showcased a sheer ensemble. The collection sparked conversation on social media, with many longing to experience the Jacquemus aesthetic firsthand.

via Harper's BAZAAR|

#fashion #fashion-show #french-summer

fashion2 years ago•1 min saved

Celebrity Style Takes Over Jacquemus' Runway with Gigi Hadid, Princess Diana, Victoria Beckham, and Eva Longoria.

Gigi Hadid walked the runway for Jacquemus' "Le Chouchou" spring '24 show at the Palace of Versailles in a white lace sheer dress with a bikini-style top and bottom layered underneath. She completed the look with white mules featuring structural square toes and a strap with a small buckle. The show featured lingerie sets made of sheer lace, tulle, and silk, as well as refined evening coats and structured accessories. Many celebrities attended the show, including Eva Longoria, Victoria and David Beckham, Emily Ratajkowski, and Karol G.

via Footwear News|

#fashion #gigi-hadid #jacquemus

politics3 years ago•7 min saved

Trump's Controversial Actions and Behavior in Miami and Beyond

Former President Donald Trump's visit to Versailles, a beloved restaurant in the Cuban exile community in Miami, after his arraignment at the federal courthouse provoked intense reactions from Cuban Americans. Some praised Versailles for hosting a politician they saw as "anti-communist" and wrongly accused, while others pledged to boycott the gathering space they'd long cherished, condemning the enthusiastic reception of someone accused of undermining national security. Trump's popularity among Cuban Americans isn't driven only by beliefs that he's the victim of some left-wing witch hunt, but also by the vision of America he's selling, which is the complete and utter opposite of everything they perceive they left behind.

via The Washington Post|

#cuban-americans #indictment #miami

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

Trump's Troubles: From Empty Promises to Potential Witnesses and Controversial Judges.

Former US President Donald Trump promised "food for everyone" to a crowd of admirers at Miami's famous Cuban restaurant Versailles, but failed to deliver on his promise. Trump's entourage arrived at the restaurant after he pleaded not guilty to all counts related to his alleged mishandling of classified documents. Despite supporters wishing him a happy birthday, no one got anything, not even a cafecito to-go. Trump has previously hit the headlines for his hospitality around food after hosting Clemson University's football team at the White House in 2019, during a government shutdown, when the menu was "McDonald's, Wendy's and Burger King with some pizza".

via The Guardian US|

#donald-trump #food #hospitality