A woman sits at her toilette, holding a small brush delicately in her right hand as she applies rouge to her cheek. Her gaze meets the viewer directly, her lips slightly parted and her expression calm, framed by softly powdered hair adorned with blue flowers. She wears a sheer, lace-trimmed cape over a low-cut gown, the fabric gathered with vivid pink bows at her chest, sleeves, and elbows, each rendered with feathery, textured brushstrokes.

On the table before her, a scattering of blue ribbons, delicate flowers, and a closed powder box rest beside a large, gold-framed mirror that reflects none of her features, focusing attention on her ritual rather than her reflection. The light falls softly from the left, illuminating her face and chest, and creating subtle shadows that model her features and the folds of her gown. Pale pinks and whites dominate the palette, offset by touches of blue in the ribbons and flowers, while the background remains a muted, atmospheric gray-green that pushes the figure forward.

The brushwork is light and precise, especially in the lace and the soft powdery texture of her skin, evoking the sensation of cosmetics being applied. The composition is oval, tightly framing the upper half of the figure and her immediate surroundings, with the ornate gilded frame echoing the Rococo taste for elaborate surface decoration. Every detail, from the shimmer of the lace to the glint of the jewelry, is rendered with a sense of intimacy and refinement. The blue flowers in her hair and the blue ribbons on the table provide a cool contrast to the warmth of the pinks, a device that draws attention to her face and the ritual objects of beauty. Boucher was a leading figure in the Rococo movement, known for his pastel palette and feathery brushwork, both of which are evident in this portrait.