Celestine Beaumont

Celestine Beaumont is a returning student at Ninth house, a part of the Quantum society. She is portrayed by Ellie Bamber.
The house of Beaumont shall only display one thing: elegance. Be it the application of the mystical arts or the culmination of knowledge that seeps through the veins in their bodies, the substance and impact of their actions must always come with effortless style and grace. To put it simply, a Beaumont must always keep face to maintain that sparkling generational legacy at the Ninth House. Despite this gilded splendor the Beaumonts display, it is an open secret to many that their elegant facade is a way to mend broken fragments of a history shrouded in hushed-up scandal and deceit, like putting gold leaves on cracked vases. Celestine herself was made aware of her condition as soon as her mother decided her fate: the golden child. Her mother adored her dearly as she showcased her intellectual talent at such a young age. Each culmination of her intellectual capabilities and soon enough magical prowess made her the face of the Beaumont name. And with her doting mother dearest, both spent their times in achieving that certain balance of knowledge and elegance. 
Of course, Celestine, as a person, is never focused on her family's obsession with such a goal. One could say that her mouth has pursed tight with her family's need to keep face. But to say that she is a nice person is an overstatement. She is cheery and helpful when warranted, but is overall too high on her pedestal and gets blunt with the words that she spews. Her attitude makes some people call her a little difficult, which results in her time being spent more in the library, accumulating knowledge, and perfecting herself. Anyway, to her, elegance is not a definition of courteousness but a perfection of one's abilities. Even so, despite the low opinion in public, her closest friends may say otherwise and peek at that cheery personality. Her love of mod fashion, bubblegum pop, and sitcoms exemplifies that bubbly side of hers, mostly seen by her siblings and close friends. Interest beyond bubbly entertainment may seem shallow to describe that cheery side of hers, but it is all that she knows and knows very well to express that good-natured side of hers. 
As old-fashioned as she is in her fashion choices, it does seem that something struck her. As if a different weight in her body has been lifted, she wants to make peace with something she has yearned for quite a long time. And for this year, she aims to... alleviate some of her shortcomings; whether it is her personality or a change of view in elegance, she has yet to decide.
== Character Overview ==
=== Likes ===
Vinyl records are one of the first discoveries in her admiration for the past and the contents that have been left for future generations to discover. In her life, she had discovered these vinyl records from her late grandfather and would soon inherit his massive collection upon seeking interest in the records she saw her grandfather play along the dazzling night sky. As she grew up, she came to collect about 262 records that resided on her family's estate, respectively. Each of the records she had from those estates matches the atmosphere that resides in the room she lives in, alongside a few of her favorites that wouldn't be gone, such as Diana Ross and the Supremes, The Crystals, The Monkees, Sarah Vaughan, and Petula Clark, to name a few.
Fashion magazines became a seal for her interest in the realm of fashion. Anyone who has seen or met Celestine remarks on her style, to which she credits the greatness that resides over the imprints of the glossy papers she flips every day. Magazines collected from 1960–1973, including Vogue, Life, Teen, Seventeen, Honey, and even Queen, are perfectly preserved and maintained to make sure to preserve the contents that show the lives and fashion of the youth during the Swinging 60s. In that primitive era of her development of style, she had depended on each makeup tutorial, curling set, and clothing advice that each magazine suggested to women that she could incorporate into her everyday life.
Mochaccinos is one of her go-to orders when it comes to wanting a bit of caffeine in her system. That strike of coffee gives her the energy needed in order to go through the day, along with a hint of chocolate to entertain her love of sweets. As much as tea is commonly consumed within her family, there is something about coffee that satisfies her craving for an energy booster as well as an excuse to add a bit of sweetness to a drink that would be too bitter for her taste.
Salon trips are naturally lodged within her schedule. How else does she maintain those structural curls—the bouffant that defies gravity, flips from the edges of her hair that stay flipped, and curls that still bounce even after a stressful day? Her usual go-to in the salon would be a wet set, along with a screenshot of a curling pattern from a magazine that she found interesting to try out. Alongside a wet set, she would let her hairdresser style her hair within the vision with the necessary teasing, trimming, and brushing to achieve that look she is well known for. If there ever is a moment where she feels her hair color is not up to her liking, she will make do to make it darker or more vibrant as she pleases. Of course, when there is a salon trip, there will be a matching mani-pedi to truly keep her appearance neat and elegant.
=== Dislikes ===
Deception is something she has experienced for a long time. Dancing along the dance of the nobles and privileged, they have made a career in the art of deception, as their usual charming smiles hide a lingering evil that hinges on something sinister. She has played well within the games of the upper crust, basically trained in the field to the point of being part of the game's brutality. Despite her knowledge of their strategies, she finds it draining and leaves her with a feeling of dread and soullessness that is ever so familiar after seeing so many hands fall on many familiar, charming faces. As much as she wants to move far away from their schemes, her status and position prevent her from doing so, as it makes her bait for the people whom she pretended to be courteous.
Clashing patterns are usually a stereotype when it comes to 1960s fashion. A stripe and polka dot mixed together in a dress wouldn't fare well, making it lose its chicness. And while she had no issue with the typical mix of a subtle pattern and an eye-catching pattern, there usually is no reason to go too far in mixing in too much as it would make them an eye sore. To her, she would suggest an array of textures to try with bold patterns, rather than throwing in patterns to make a cohesive look.
Ignorance is bliss, they would say, but Celestine sees ignorance as a way of falling victim to a spiral of disaster. And while ignorance is something common to people who may not truly understand the gravity of a situation, blissful ignorance is something that irks her. There is a time when enjoyment can be played out to bring out laughter and bliss, but ignoring the other side by giving out an energy that does not match the atmosphere brings out a level of irritation in her as it signals a person who won't or doesn't care.
Cocoa powder is used in a mochaccino, right? While Celestine finds chocolate powder a wonder in making possibilities in sweets, the powder alone is not her most favorable part in embellishing the sweets. If she could mix the cocoa powder, it wouldn't be an issue, but cocoa powder drizzled in sweets does not bode well for her as the texture and taste of bitterness are not something she is accustomed to in her sweets. If there were an option to drizzling confectionaries, it'd be better if it were shavings of chocolate or syrup.
=== Skills ===
Hairstyling is one of her favorite hobbies whenever salon trips are not possible for whatever reason. In her collection, she has toppers, hairpieces, wigs, and even styling apparatuses to keep her focused on making a style that would look good on her. In her hairstyling, she mostly makes sure she keeps all the curls and styling perfectly in place so as to make it fortified during the day.
Etiquette lessons were a requirement for her even when she was still in candy curls and frilly dresses. In her life, in order for her to survive the lifestyle in which the Beaumonts have participated for a long time, she was trained to be one of the best at learning the right etiquette so as to make an embarrassment out of herself. This family does not take elegance as a joke, especially with Celestine's position as the golden child; she was expected to be at her best and show a level of elegance free from judgement.
Memorization is another requirement that she was able to perfect as she grew up. Knowing names and locations is a necessity in order to navigate through the sweeping gowns and numerous faces that may come to smile and converse. Celestine knew this better than anyone, and with her mother's direction, she was able to perfect this skill of hers. This mostly helped due to the familiar faces she had seen during parties and meetings that take place in the Beaumont's household.
Playing the harp is an elegance Celestine was eager to learn about. With a proper trainer and a good amount of training, she was able to play the harp and even perform in recitals her family had set up to show off her talent. Alongside her musical endeavors, she also participated in flower arrangements, something historically seen as elegant through women's stature. Flower arrangement isn't just placing flowers; it also involves knowing the classification of these flowers, their symbolism, the arrangement that can change in meaning, and the seasons appropriate to be given to guests.
== Appearance ==
Within her first look, she is seen with her usual ensemble dressing, matching the perfection people would expect for a Beaumont. Her perfectly coiffed hair is a pleasing auburn color, with each of her hair flipping away from her face as framing. Her hair, when it falls flat usually falls just slightly longer than the shoulders and would be regularly trimmed to match the appropriate hairstyle she would wear. Her eyes shifts of an aqua, leaning in blue and would soon turn into a sea green when the light hits is just right. Her skin is mostly kept pale, usually avoiding in the sunlight and wears sunscreen. Her nails are always manicured, usually of a peach, red, or seafoam color. 
=== Dressing Style ===
- Mod Fashion: Matching with her endless wonder of a fashion bygone by many, Celestine takes the Swinging 60s forward in the contemporary era to showcase bold patterns and bright colors innovations such as the mini skirts and colored tights made famous by legendary designer Mary Quant, its shiny Space Age chic by Pierre Cardin, and its iconic emphasis on simplicity and geometric shapes by Yves Saint Laurent.
- Dark and Light Academia Incorporation: Even with the bold colors of the 60s, Celestine makes sure to incorporate the school's aesthetic characterized by clean-cut, classic clothing such as A-line skirts, cardigans, and blazers. Colors were often muted and fabrics were traditional, such as cotton, wool, and corduroy with each detail adds intrigue and beauty matching the school's atmosphere
- Jewel Tones and Bold Palettes: In adding a dash of color, Celestine embraces the colorful and bold color palette, with a preference for rich purples, bright reds, and pea greens. Her choice of colors reflect the boldness and confidence in her character, as well as creativity and fun. 
- Patterns and Texture: Celestine prefers to play around with patterns for a detailed look, contrasting bold patterns with silky textures and soft florals with textured tweed.
- Ensemble Dressing: Popularized in the 50s, Celestine incorporates the style of dressing head to toe in one color, contrasting with another to keep the look cohesive and sleek. 
- Ensemble Accessories: Keeping that classic vintage look, Celestine incorporates the importance of gloves, simple necklaces, earrings, hats, and coat to give a well-rounded appearance ready for outing. 
=== Fabric Choices ===
* Rayon
* Nylon
* Wool
* Linen
* Tweed
* Cotton
=== Clothing Pieces ===
==== Underwear ====
* Girdle
* Bullet bra
* Stockings (neutral, colored, patterns)
* Half slip
* Slip
==== Outerwear ====
* White leather gloves
* Wool gloves
* Tweed swing coat
* Fur coat
* Wool box coat
* Cardigans
* Sweaters
* Scarves
* Cape 
==== Dresses ====
* Archival shift dresses
* Wool minidresses
* Silk evening gowns
* Above knee dresses
* Patterned empire dresses
==== Other Outfits ====
* Wool pantsuit
* Miniskirts
* Blouses 
* Dress suits
* Wool vests
* Black turtleneck sweater
==== Accessories ====
* Costume jewelry
* Two-string pearl necklace
* Family signet ring
* Vintage jewelry
* Diamond studs
* Gold bangle
* Sweater guards
* Belts
* Halo hats
* Pillbox hats
* Cocktail hats
==== Shoes ====
* White Chelsea boots
* Kitten heels
* Flats
* Mary Janes 
* Go-go boots
* Oxford shoes
* Loafers
== Relationships ==
=== Family ===
==== Columbina Beaumont ====
To anyone who has been to their salons and get-togethers, one could say that Columbina and Celestine are the perfect example of a doting mother and daughter who would always be together. As for their closeness, they are seen with the same sets of skills in communication, close levels of power, a relatively matching fashion sense, and even the same sense of humor. Her mother dearest takes the cake in complimenting her daughter for her dazzling skills and would even let their guests show what Celestine had learned so as to pique their awestruck attitudes. It is true, however, that whispers linger a relationship that differs from behind the smoke and mirrors, but mostly take a blind eye into what Columbina's true attitude is towards her daughter as to keep up with their legacy's purpose of perfection. Whatever it is, her mother keeps a careful eye on her daughter, and for whatever reason, it is up to anyone's interpretation.
==== Alistair Beaumont ====
Not much is known about the Beaumont children's relationship with their father, but it is mostly known that he is rather relenting to their wishes and is mostly sympathetic towards their upbringing. This is the same case for Celestine; her mother may be the most outward in expressing her admiration for her, while Alistair mostly shows his affection for gifts and sustenance as the main breadwinner of the family. For Celestine, she takes a certain form of respect for him as he is mostly caught up in other businesses yet finds ways to connect with the family, albeit if it is mostly giving away material things.
==== Dennis Franco Beaumont ====
The eldest child among the Beaumont children, he resides as the moral support that can be missing if there are times when both parents are unavailable to assist their children. As he works alongside his father, Celestine would usually find it a challenge to barter in giving their monthly allowances for a higher amount and even budgets for get-togethers. Despite Celestine's constant bickering towards the hardy Dennis, they mostly come together in harmony when it comes to planning schemes and plans for things like party planning or exposing saboteurs. In recent years, however, they have been seen conversing more and in secluded places with looks of brainstorming. A plan may be on its way, but its contents are yet to be revealed to the public.
==== Lilibeth Beaumont ====
With her rough upbringing in impressing the upper crusts with her bohemian aesthetic and lifestyle, she is rather an enigma to many and is left in the background until she made her voice known by others, showing another talent in the family that they could boast gleefully. Besides that, her relationships towards the family remains strained despite Lilibeth's reconciliation and acceptance back to the family. To Celestine, she is mostly the driving force in keeping herself grounded as Lilibeth mostly advices against to what her mother had taught her that wouldn't be beneficial to many. As time passes, she found a form of comfort to Lilibeth with her voice and advices she would give. 
==== Kitty Beaumont ====
Being closer to Celestine's age and experiences, it is no wonder that they would be the ones who would spend the most time amongst the Beaumont siblings. Though Kitty is not as sociable and socially elegant as Celestine, both found ways to bond with their schedules, which would be one of the foundations for Celestine's growing ambition to seek something more than the elegant pawn in the Beaumont name. With Kitty's more mechanical talents and knack for rebelliousness, Kitty finds herself in more trouble than Celestine always makes sure to pretend to lessen the punishments and berating her mother would usually give had she been absent. Soon enough, however, they are seen to slowly drift apart, not from any arguments but from different paths and tasks that both swore to each other to finish. Whatever promise they made, they kept their bond strong until the very end.
== Playlist ==
* My Guy (Mary Wells)
* Get Ready (The Temptations)
* Jimmy Mack (Martha Reeves & The Vandellas)
* Pink Shoelaces (The Chordettes)
* Daydream Believer (The Monkees)
* It's My Party (Lesley Gore)
* Sugar Sugar (The Archies)
* The Shoop Shoop Song (Betty Everett)
* I Got You Babe (Sonny & Cher)
* Can't Take My Eyes Off You (Frankie Valli)
* We've Only Just Begun (Carpenters)
* You Send Me (Sam Cooke)
* Misty (Sarah Vaughan)
== Character Inspirations ==
* Leliana from Dragon Age Series
* Vivienne from Dragon Age Inquisition
* Beth Ann Stanton from Why Women Kill
* Celestia Ludenberg from Danganronpa
* Claire François from I’m In Love With The Villainess
* Priscilla Presley from Priscilla
== Trivia ==
* Celestine has numerous pets, most of them named after 60s models and actresses, few examples are Jean Shrimpton (Shrimpy), Sylvie Vartan (Vee), Pattie Boyd (Pat), Penelope Tree (Tree), and Jane Birkin (Birkie) as to name a few.
* Her favorite color is pink mixed with orange, though these are colors she would least likely wear.
* There was a small time in her life where she went blonde, per suggestion to her mother, though she mostly wore a wig due to fear of losing her auburn locks.
* Her favorite move is What A Way To Go!, though mostly it was due to Shirley McClaine's all-pink ensemble that drawn her to liking the movie.
* In her current age, she is currently learning on the skill of fashion styling as to plan on some of her future careers.
* She owns a lot of archival pieces from the mid 60s-early 70s, which mostly comes from her father's allowance, much to her brother's plight. 
* Her favorite book is Breakfast at Tiffany's, though the movie adaption is her least favorite; excluding Audrey Hepburn's performance and wardrobe.
* Her favorite music is usually sourced from the 50s-60s, ranging from rock n' roll, doo wop, bubblegum pop, Motown/R&B, and swing music.
* She has an affinity towards pasta, with her favorites being lasagna and ricotta.
* Despite her love towards the 60s, she is very vocal in not wanting to live during that time, being well versed through the history that surrounds that era.
== Gallery ==
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