Step back in time and let yourself be bewitched by the magic of bygone eras - On Saturday March 22, 2025, theHôtel des Menus Plaisirs in Versailles will be decked out in the splendor of the past to host the second edition of an exceptional sale of historical costumes and accessories, orchestrated by Midnight Première, a theatrical production company.
This unusual bon plan offers an immersion into the arcana of (fashion) history through pieces that look almost authentic. Here, each costume and accessory tells its own story, revealing a piece of the past. Over the course of a weekend, the Hôtel des Menus Plaisirs becomes the scene of a sale where different eras mingle on the racks, from sumptuous Renaissance gowns to elegant 17th-century costumes.
Whether you're a history buff, an actor or simply looking for inspiration for the Fêtes Galantes in Versailles on June 2, 2025, this sale has something for everyone. Prices start at €50 for a fine piece, and between €500 and €1,000 for an exceptional creation. On the racks: antique, Renaissance, men's and women's costumes, a few 17th and 18th century pieces, Napoleon civilians, accessories (wigs, jewelry), and theatrical costumes. Beware, there's bound to be a roundup!
So mark March 22 in your diary and let yourself be tempted by a (historic) stroll around Versailles.
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Dates and Opening Time
On March 22, 2025
From 10:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Location
Hôtel des Menus Plaisirs
22 Avenue de Paris
78000 Versailles
Prices
Pièce à partir de: €50
Pièces d'exception: €500 - €1000
Official website
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Fêtes Galantes 2025, a sumptuous costumed evening at the Château de Versailles - SOLD OUT
