She quickly became the "popular beauty of the season," largely because of her "brilliant" mind. By 1834, she was a regular at the court, attending various functions, dancing frequently, and charming many people who described her as a filigree.
She also met her father's friends there, who were able to see her father's features, especially her mouth. Because of her mother, who had instilled in her a dislike for all of her father's friends, she did not like them. Usually the first impression faded after a longer acquaintance, and she remained on friendly terms with some.
