Rococo is an 18th-century French aristocratic aesthetic of ornate pastels, florals, and frivolous decoration, epitomizing pre-Revolutionary excess and celebrating delicate beauty alongside aristocratic leisure. Heavily embroidered pastel gowns are the defining garment. Panniers or wide hoop skirts hold them out. Powdered wigs sit on top. Ornate lace edges the details, over delicate silk fabrics and jeweled accessories.