Perdita Lloyd was the sister of Viola Lloyd and the second wife of Arthur Lloyd. She murdered her sister, Viola, after enduring years of abuse from her. Perdita later married her deceased sister's widower. Her failure to produce children, and her failure to bond with her stepdaughter, as well as the inability to keep the funds to Bly Manor caused strain with her husband. Her attempt for funds led her to her deceased sister's chest of belongings, where her sister, as a spirit, in a rage, murdered her, making her the ghost of the attic.
Perdita was completely obsessed with her appearance, taking great pride in her immense beauty. She believed no man could resist her perfect face and sexy body. She was particularly fond of her gorgeous hair, which she personally styled in seductive ways.