Arthur is a happily married young businessman until news strikes about his investor embezzling his entire fortune. Panicked, Arthur calls his wife's godfather, Spencer, for advice. Spencer realizes Arthur is not only nervous about the money, he's also afraid of upsetting his beautiful and sheltered wife, Lucinda. Spencer advises Arthur to swallow his pride and ask Lucinda's stepmother for money. Arthur is resistant; nevertheless, seeing his jubilant wife later trying on different gowns for their upcoming charity ball, Arthur determines to do whatever it takes to keep his wife happy.