A Parisian tailor named Maurice dreams of a reputation beyond his modest shop. When a nobleman named the Viscount Gilbert arrives under financial strain, Maurice seizes an unexpected opportunity as the viscount proposes a postponement of his debt. They scheme for Maurice to masquerade as a baron and collect outstanding debts at the chateau of the Princess Jeanette. Maurice’s charm and wit soon draw him into the social whirl of high society, enmeshing him with nobles who are unaware of his true identity.

At the chateau, Maurice meets Princess Jeanette, who is initially distant and preoccupied with her own aristocratic concerns. Her encounters with Maurice lead to an evolving relationship where barriers of class and pretense complicate their interactions. Amidst mistaken identities and growing affections, Maurice's genuine feelings begin to harmonize with the princess’s hidden desires. As interpersonal dynamics unfold, a nuanced romantic tension develops, blending comedy with moments of heartfelt sincerity.