Here we'll post our characters, discuss backgrounds, etc.<br/><br/>Bordeaux Boutique & School for Wayward Young Ladies (IC) (http://elliquiy.com/forums/index.php?topic=83848.0) *<br/><br/>* - Your opening post should expand a bit more on your character, what she's wearing, her mannerisms, etc. Also, let yourself in at the side door, the entrance to the boutique, not the front. Thanks.<br/><br/>Here are some examples of likely photos to use that are period specific. You don't<em>have</em>to choose one of these, but do please try to find something apropos.<br/><br/>Students are to be between the ages of 16 and 19.<br/><br/>http://images.google.com/hosted/life (http://images.google.com/hosted/life)<br/><br/>(http://img46.imageshack.us/img46/4308/602d55c746c7222clarge08.jpg) (http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/9966/3d75c76760aabe7elarge09.jpg) (http://img189.imageshack.us/img189/1691/0c25ba7229776e99large09.jpg) (http://img695.imageshack.us/img695/1609/9248d545bb24c35elarge10.jpg) (http://img23.imageshack.us/img23/6561/34589ee7c4f20bb6large19.jpg) (http://img195.imageshack.us/img195/3492/66b32d21ee214bb1large19.jpg) (http://img341.imageshack.us/img341/5987/00c52d02414cc912landing.jpg) (http://img191.imageshack.us/img191/2234/4c5014f464d20d8clarge50.jpg) (http://img683.imageshack.us/img683/1952/image2nk.jpg) (http://img109.imageshack.us/img109/2043/image4syi.jpg) (http://img682.imageshack.us/img682/4865/image6lp.jpg) (http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/7451/image8qft.jpg) (http://img686.imageshack.us/img686/3976/1960shairstyles01890310.jpg) (http://img685.imageshack.us/img685/1393/francis1131201.jpg) (http://img24.imageshack.us/img24/8461/temple817248681729724.jpg)<br/><br/><span class="bbc_u">Character Sheet</span><br/><photo><br/>Player/Name:<br/>Age:<br/>Height/Weight:<br/>Bust/Cup:<br/>Eyes/Hair:<br/>Background/Personality:<br/><br/><hr/>(http://img684.imageshack.us/img684/1381/df7887731d743bf4large51.jpg)<br/><br/>Player/Name: Zamdrist/Ms. Marguerite Bordeaux<br/>Age: 38<br/>Height/Weight: 5'9"/130 lbs<br/>Bust/Cup: 36C<br/>Eyes/Hair: Violet/Brunette<br/>Background/Personality:<br/><br/>Born in the French countryside outside Paris, Marguerite was embroiled in the second world war by age 17. She served in the French Resistance against Nazi occupation. She participated in everything from courier, to smuggling arms and even as a spy. After the liberation of Paris she enlisted in the United State Nursing Corps, serving in that capacity until the end of the war. Her father was lost serving honorably in the French Army on the front lines, and her mother still lives in Paris, retired and remains widowed.<br/><br/>After the war Marguerite had a modest if admirable career as an actress. She was a serviceable enough actress, know more though for her tall, leggy beauty and few inhibitions at appearing nude or otherwise scantily clad. Desiring more gainful employment she immersed herself into the fashion and lingerie business. Eventually branching out on her own, moving to the states to sell imported French lingerie. Ever frugal and savvy she set herself up in the well-to-do New York neighborhood of Greenwich Village where also her exclusive boutique is located.<br/><br/>Marguerite's formative years were spent in the French Resistance and the Nursing Corps. She remains, and likely will remain unmarried. This is by choice of course, and anyone who knows Marguerite well, the reason isn't surprising. As a young lady she was always drawn to women more than men, though truthfully she had on more than one occasion enjoyed the company of men. Her heart however, and penchant is for the fairer sex, and more often than not younger ladies than herself. More by happenstance than by design, Marguerite has over the years begun taking in young female charges. It began innocently enough when she took in a niece. The girl was quarrelsome and ill behaved. Not for long in Ms. Bordeaux company she was, finding she had a skill for turning around wayward youth. Over the years Marguerite has fine tuned her methods and means. As a result more and more charges were sent her way on word of mouth and reputation. The particular means of her schooling goes largely unspoken, most only pointing to the final result than her methods.<br/><br/>Ms. Bordeaux's School for Wayward Young Ladies isn't so much a school than her passion. It certainly isn't any school listed on charters and not accredited by any organization. There is no written curriculum officially, as she adjusts to the needs of each 'student'. A profile on each student is compiled, detailing specific needs as well as basic information relevant to the young lady. Most who send their teenage daughters to the school have some inkling as to Ms. Bordeaux's methods and more amorous bedroom proclivities. As most parents are connected to her network of other like minded women, the presumed activities are of little accord. In either event it goes unspoken and acquiesced. After all, whats the fun in doling out punishments if there isn't a reward?<br/><br/>Ms. Bordeaux's methods can at times be quite firm, if decadent. There is a time for swift, sometimes cruel punishment, and other times more tender, loving admonishments are called for. The line between the two though can blur unexpectedly and only Ms. Bordeaux knows the methods to her 'madness'. Her demeanor can be quite affable, and charming. She can easily find comfort in a more high standing social crowd as well as one more leisurely and common. Her background as an actress does afford her the ability to hide or change her outward emotions rather easily, regardless of how she might feel otherwise. She is often dressed impeccably, enjoying her wardrobe of countless dresses, outfits, and of course lingerie.<br/><br/>The lingerie boutique Marguerite runs is profitable, and along with tuition affords her a comfortable living. The lingerie is imported from France by way of her contacts and partnerships cultivated previously. The nature and style of the lingerie is exquisite, and a type more risque than found at Macy's or other department stores. She has a great love and passion for lingerie, and is her connection back to her home country. Her customer base is made up of close friends and their acquaintances, calling on at times by appointment to see new arrivals or just to stop by for a cup of tea. Her sitting room doubles as both a place to welcome guest and customers, as well as to display her inventory.<br/><br/>Ms. Bordeaux's outward appearance is striking. She is tall and loves wearing hosiery that complements her long legs. Her large violet colored eyes though draw most comments, ones whose mood can shift in an eyelash from merry to serious, or dangerous to loving. She has aged quite gracefully over the years, largely maintaining her actress' figure, and possessing a firm, eye catching bosom that has gotten her out of more parking tickets in New York than many can boast. She'll spend countless hours maintaining and painting her nails and keeping her skin healthy and exfoliated. She is most certainly quite vain, if she has any fault. Her unspoken distaste at growing older manifesting itself in both her carefully manicured appearance as well as her adoration for young women.