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Dearest Mild Reader,
It has been a vexing month, has it not, as we await phrase of the engagement of Mr. Colin Bridgerton to Miss Penelope Featherington? What’s one to do to cross the time and struggle the forces of ennui?
I’ve turned to my pricey pal, the creator Jane Austen, for recommendation. As you recognize, she resides in England like my esteemed sister Girl Whistledown, whereas I need to abide right here within the former colonies, removed from the very best gossip and correct afternoon tea. Darling Jane has given me the identify of her favourite proprietor, the whimsically named Unemployed Philosophers Guild, and so they have simply the factor to carry the spirits.
For many who are collaborating within the newest season of the ton and in search of the eye of an eligible mate, might I like to recommend Jane Austen’s Satisfaction & Peppermints? I’ve it on the easiest authority that these sweets will preserve your breath as contemporary and funky as a winter breeze. And if the icy freshness of 1’s breath ought to entice a suitor to steal out for a second on the veranda, it will be finest to be ready with Jane Austen’s Most interesting Balm in Pemberly Mint. Kissable lips might very effectively seal the deal—however do be certain you’re caught with simply the precise marriage prospect.
After all, sweetness of breath is just not sufficient if one doesn’t attend to 1’s hygiene, which is why your girls’ maid or valet may want to lay in a provide of Suds & Sensibility, Miss Austen’s finely milled bathtub cleaning soap. You’ll by no means offend with the even handed software of this mild cleanser.
As soon as on the ball, you might need to receive a bag or two on your reticule. Miss Austen has a intelligent little pouch adorned together with her personal witticisms—excellent for stashing one’s dance card. However what’s one to do if the dance card is seldom crammed? This creator believes that there’s nonetheless a lot pleasure to be gained from good firm and nice diversion, which is why one may discover enjoyment in assembling the crafty Jane Austen Jigsaw Puzzle with associates. And wouldn’t a Jane Austen mug be the right receptacle to masks a wholesome sprint of spirits in a single’s tea? Why shouldn’t wallflowers make merry if they’re discrete?
Even Queen Charlotte would discover herself with a brightened outlook as she counts the times till the ton’s return with these high quality merchandise. Now it stays to be seen if Miss Francesca Bridgerton will heed Her Majesty’s selection of Lord Samadani as her excellent match, and if the dashing Mr. Bridgerton will make an trustworthy lady of Miss Featherington. This creator has her sauciest consuming vessel and an grownup libation on the prepared.
Ever yours,
Girl Hollaback