“You’re a lady!” – You can often hear this sentence from men. In Russia, there is no polite way to address foreigners this way, so regardless of our age, we are used to being called women, girls, young ladies, madams and even madams. By the way, such an appeal was initially intended specifically for noble ladies from the upper strata of society. You can tell how well they were raised by looking at Jane Austen’s novels, or at least Downton Abbey. We learned what behavioral habits will make you a real aristocrat.
Perfect posture and behavior
Oscar Wilde believed that “only superficial people do not judge a person by his appearance.” First of all, playwright and dandy meant, of course, behavior and appearance. A true aristocrat does not swear or slouch. Everything in his appearance speaks of an excellent education, a prosperous family and an interesting lifestyle.
Don’t show expensive trinkets
Even today, boasting about money is bad manners among super-rich people. It is assumed that those who actually have a fortune would prefer to hide it. Belonging to the upper class will always be manifested in manners and style of dress that do not conform to fashion or generally accepted standards of beauty. Yes, a Birkin bag can definitely show off, but deliberately displaying items has the opposite effect. After all, the most important thing for a lady is that she is an object of admiration, and not a piece of clothing.
Gossip is taboo
It’s hard to believe this, because not a single fascinating novel or series about high society is complete without intrigue. However, according to the rules, gossiping and listening to obscene conversations is considered unacceptable for a lady. After all, they say it right: “If you want to know a person, listen to what he says about others.”
Everywhere is clean
Noble young ladies will never leave a mess behind. When he comes home from the street, he puts his belongings neatly in his wardrobe instead of scattering them around. She doesn’t leave her hair combed or her dirty dishes on the table. There will always be a light scent of perfume and cleanliness around it.
No slurping
A true aristocrat eats silently like a bird. It is unlikely that he will rustle through a bag of chips and crackers. He never drinks until he forgets himself. For him, the process of eating is a complete art full of traditions and rituals. The lady will not have oil on her fingers or a piece of parsley on her teeth.
More naturalness and convenience
A girl of noble birth does not prove to others that she is worthy. She is a stranger to ostentation and pretentiousness. She is self-confident, so she does nothing to please everyone. The lady also follows unwritten rules and considers this to be a sign of respect for the comfort of others.
No drama allowed
If you plan to adopt the habits of aristocrats, you should forget about emotional showdowns in society. Heated debates to find out “who is right” or “who is the best” are also not welcome. The scenes belong to the theatre. Instead, ladies prefer to argue.
Don’t fight for men’s attention
More precisely, noble people have different methods of attracting men’s attention. They respect themselves enough not to run after the first person they come across and they will not hang themselves. And of course they don’t tear their opponents’ hair out. After all, this is a surefire way to alienate fans. Instead, the ladies play a subtle game and flirt expertly. As a result, the partner gets the impression that the enterprise belongs to him.
Don’t queue
“Never chase a bus or a man; the next one will always come.” An aristocrat is the master of this situation. He can’t miss a thing. Also, the lady avoids crowds. That’s why you don’t see him lining up much. He prefers to wait for the right moment and get what he wants immediately. And yes, such a lady always moves slowly on the street.
Don’t complain about life
A girl who is well-bred in her blood will not bother others with her problems. On the contrary, he will always put on a good face when the game is bad. Does this mean that aristocrats are insincere? Not at all. They just know how to enjoy the moment and look for beauty in everything. Besides, everyone’s problems are different: some have empty cabbage soup, others have little pearls. Therefore, in a really difficult situation, ladies do not hesitate to ask for help, but they do not show their bad mood and vulnerability to strangers.
Source: People Talk
Mary Crossley is an author at “The Fashion Vibes”. She is a seasoned journalist who is dedicated to delivering the latest news to her readers. With a keen sense of what’s important, Mary covers a wide range of topics, from politics to lifestyle and everything in between.
