The Necklace
Discuss the theme of appearance versus reality.
Discuss the theme of appearance vs reality
Discuss the theme of appearance vs reality
Consider the actual necklace. Despite its convincing outside, it turns out to be "false." It's all show, in other words, with no substance. This holds true for Mathilde's illusions of being among the rich. She feels these things validate her. In the end, Mathilde learns more about what is real and what is not.