A few summers ago I read a series of books written by Doña María Aline Griffith Dexter, Countess of Romanones. The first book in the series is The Spy Wore Red, it’s the true story (with names and some details changed to protect the innocent, of course) of the authoress’ time as an American spy in Spain during WWII. If you are looking for a quick and exciting read I recommend these!
The picture below shows the Countess of Romanoes with Jackie Kennedy at a bullfight when Jackie came on a visit to Spain. (The Countess is the one just to the right of Jackie.) The books mention more than a few famous figures that pass through the Countess’s social circle.
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April 13, 2012 at 1:26 pm
bagelundercouch
I feel like people should bring that gigantic headdress style back.
April 13, 2012 at 1:44 pm
sacredmonkeysofthevatican
These are actually traditional Spanish mantillas and combs. Spanish ladies do still wear these headpieces for special occasions and events! I’ve seen it, so cool!
April 16, 2012 at 12:49 am
joanallegretti
I loved that book! I only read the first one. I forgot how much I liked it.
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April 24, 2012 at 2:45 am
hollislis
Laugh very true, very naive. Dress elegant.