Goodness me, that sounds like both a fantastic idea and a disaster waiting to happen. He truly arranged it without regard to social standing and age? I suppose it will foster goodwill and charity, but it also might result in dangerous sweeping opinions based on one series of interactions.

I thought it was obvious, my apologies — I am referring to hemline embroidery. I quite agree — the lotus flower is quite striking, and perhaps we can enchant the gown with their fragrance? Unless you find it too powerful. A subtle enchantment, though, is in order.