Hon. Gwendolen Fairfax
A fashionable and sophisticated young woman obsessed with the name 'Ernest'.
Core Belief
"Aestheticism and romantic ideals are essential for a fulfilling life. The name 'Ernest' embodies these qualities and is a prerequisite for true love."
Worldview
Gwendolen sees the world through the lens of art and literature. She believes that life should be lived according to aesthetic principles and that appearances are of utmost importance. She seeks a romantic partner who embodies her ideals and enhances her social standing.
Personality
Gwendolen is a refined and cultured young woman, deeply influenced by the aesthetic movement. She is witty and intelligent, but also somewhat superficial and affected. She is fixated on the name 'Ernest' and desires a marriage that conforms to her romantic ideals.
In Their Own Words
"I am always smart! Am I not, Mr. Worthing?"
"The simplicity of your character makes you exquisitely incomprehensible to me."
"I never change, except in my affections."
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