Wearing large amounts of perfume, cologne, body spray, hair product and body powder in an attempt to cover up the fact that you skipped bathing for a day, or days. Very common in 16th, 17th and 18th centuries in France and other European countries.
"OMG - my alarm didn't go off! No time to shower, I'll have to employ the Versailles Method!"
Originating in Versailles in the early 1600's - on the lively Court Scene. Courtiers with too many invitations, and too many assignations, but a desire not to disappoint, would enter the fete, approach the host, pay respects and apologize preciously for their short stay, then leave 5 minutes later. Thereby avoiding embarrassment for either party, and in fact generating even more scarcity and appreciation around the guest for having made the special effort to be there... Cf. Lord Chesterfield
I don't want to disappoint Rose, but I can't staylong at the party. I think me must do a Versailles Goodbye
versailles crowcore is the newest fashion trend, you are a french peasant or crow pilfering the estate of a decapitated nobleman taking fitting statement pieces and adding that to your working class fit. so 18th century poor france thrifted. (creator: pinuphistorian)