
World of Fashion
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Isabelle, a young noblewoman, finds herself in a dire financial situation due to her impoverished family. To escape her financial woes and societal expectations, she chooses to embark on a new path, adopting a false name and entering the competitive world of Parisian fashion. She excels as a designer, gaining recognition and admiration under her assumed identity. As she navigates this new world, she encounters Adolphe, a young man who falls deeply in love with her, unaware of her true identity. Meanwhile, her noble relatives, unaware of her success, harbor disdain for her perceived social decline. The play explores themes of love, societal expectations, and family reconciliation as Isabelle grapples with her secret and the challenges of balancing her personal desires with her family's expectations. Amidst romantic entanglements and misunderstandings, Isabelle faces the daunting task of navigating her secret life, revealing her true identity, and ultimately winning the hearts of both her love and her family.Book Details
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