Mary Stuart
Mary Stuart
Mary Stuart, known as Mary, Queen of Scots, was renowned not only for her dramatic and tragic life but also for her striking beauty and regal presence. Descriptions from her time depict her as a tall, graceful woman with auburn hair, pale, porcelain-like skin, and finely arched brows. She stood out in the 16th century, reaching nearly six feet tall, which was exceptionally tall for a woman of that era.
Her beauty was complemented by an immense personal charm, intelligence, and wit, making her an entrancing figure in the courts of Europe. Even her adversaries, such as the Protestant reformer John Knox, acknowledged her pleasing features.
Portraits and death masks suggest she had a unique upper lip shape and a serene, youthful appearance despite the hardships she endured, including long imprisonment.
Mary was also known for her elegant fashion sense, often adorned in the latest Renaissance styles and exquisite jewelry, which underscored her majesty and status. Her distinctive white mourning dress and heart-shaped headdress became iconic symbols of her image, inspiring poets and artists alike.
More about Mary Stuart on wikipedia.
The images in this gallery are intended to glorify this queen beauty, but are not historically accurate.
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