demoiselled
Demiselle is a French term that refers to a young unmarried woman of high social standing, particularly in the aristocracy. The demiselle was expected to possess etiquette, dancing skills, and other feminine accomplishments necessary for a woman of her class to navigate high society.
In the 16th to 18th centuries, the concept of the demiselle emerged in France as a way
The demiselle was expected to marry well, and her association with prominent men or influential families was
The demiselle played an essential role in supporting the interests of her family, advising other women, and
Historical accounts suggest that the social norms and expectations surrounding the demiselle were tightly controlled by