Literature and poets teach us that the beauty of the Arlesian woman was famous even in antiquity.
Myth and reality, celebrated by zealous fans, combine to reinforce her specific charm.
The women of Arles, in return, are proud to be part of the legend and wear their sumptuous costume in a more regal manner than elsewhere.
Daudet, Mistral, Léo Lelée and others have brought to life the magnificent silhouette of the proud, graceful and elegant Arlesian women, incarnated by the Queen of Arles, who changes regularly.

The loveliest of the "Arlésiennes", elected for three years, acts as ambassadress of the city, and the standard-bearer of this singular Arlesian tradition so popular among the inhabitants of the Rhone River delta.