The Woman
Before Wallis
The Woman Before Wallis is based on the true story of Thelma Morgan Furness, the American woman who lost Edward, Prince of Wales, to Wallis Simpson in 1934. It centers on Thelma’s real-life involvement in The Matter of Vanderbilt, a trial which saw Thelma’s twin sister, Gloria Vanderbilt, sued for custody of her daughter on charges of negligence, unfit parenting and homosexuality. As her sister gains international notoriety, Thelma looks on, knowing that her own fall from grace might not be far behind.
Delve Deeper into the World of
The Woman Before Wallis
Inside
Thelma's
Closet
David's
Bar Cart
What's a week-end at a country house party without a drink or two? Read along with Wallis and Thelma as they make plenty of prohibition-era cocktails
they might share with you if you're nice.
Locations
& Architecture
Explore the hotel rooms, country manors, restaurants and private clubs that make up Thelma's world on both sides of the Atlantic.
Sneak Peek
Want to read on? Click here to read the first few pages of
The Woman Before Wallis.
Works Consulted
A decent designer closet is just one of the perks of being a Viscountess. Open the door to Thelma's Closet to learn about the vintage clothing and designers that give
The Woman Before Wallis its signature style.
