In a glamorous mansion of Philadelphia's high society, the life of wealthy heiress Tracy Lord is about to take an unexpected turn. About to marry the wealthy and boring George Kittredge, Tracy struggles to meet the expectations of her social status. However, the arrival of her ex-husband, the charming and charismatic C.K. Dexter Haven, stirs up old feelings and sets off a fun and complex war of hearts.
As the wedding preparations progress, journalist Mike Connor and his photographer Liz Imbrie are sent to cover the event. But what begins as a mere professional task soon turns into a romantic whirlwind. Tracy finds herself caught between Dexter's passionate and carefree love and the image of a perfect society that she feels she must uphold. The entanglements, intrigues, and misunderstandings pile up as high as the stack of wedding gifts.
Thus, amidst a series of hilarious and surprising events, Tracy must decide whether she will conform to the life everyone expects of her or dare to follow her true desire. The story is a cocktail of love, humor, and reflection on social expectations, with a touch of music and dance that makes it an unforgettable experience. In the end, everyone will learn that sometimes, true love challenges all the rules of society.