Marie Antoinette played a major role in Versailles during the 18th century. She was an important figure both politically and socially, and her presence had a significant impact on the court of Louis XVI. As the wife of King Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette became Queen of France at age 19 and sought to make improvements to life at court. She was an advocate for arts, music, fashion and culture at Versailles and sought to bring about social change within French society. Her influence on French society extended beyond politics as she championed women’s rights and encouraged free thought among members of the court. Marie Antoinette is credited with transforming how food was served in Versailles by introducing lighter meals which were easier for people to consume. Despite these efforts however, she ultimately failed to prevent revolution from occurring due to her unpopularity among commoners.