Etiquette woman

 

Do you dream of being a classy, elegant lady who is living her best and most luxurious life?  I know I do! 

 

Living an elegant and classy life isn’t difficult but it is an ongoing and intentional process that must be practiced everyday. 

 

For me, being elegant is about sophistication, class and grace. It’s about living intentionally and being supportive and empathetic towards everyone you interact with. 

 

If you’re looking for an insight into how to be elegant, or bring more elegance and class into your daily life, keep reading. 

 

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1. Speak properly and be well spoken

An elegant and classy lady does not use slang terms or speak harshly or too quickly.  She takes her time to think and respond appropriately. 

 

Using slang or ‘trendy’ words will at some point be out of style and will be considered ‘old’.  As an elegant women, you do not want to be considered dated or out of style. 

 

This extends to speaking in person as well as via email, texts, or on the phone.  Instead of saying, “Hiya, how r u?”  You would say, “Hello” or “Hi” and “how are you”. 

 

Whilst we’re on the topic of texting, I was recently asked whether emojis were elegant and classy.  I actually use emojis quite often but I do limit the use of them and there are certain emojis I don’t use.  For instance, if something is funny I will put the ‘laughing’ emoji, or if I am wishing someone ‘happy birthday’ then champagne flutes and the birthday cake are a must!  

 

It’s important to find your own style but not to over do it.  Using an emoji after every single word or using multiple of the same emoji in the same message should be avoided. 

2. Don’t swear or lose your temper

This one can be the most difficult to overcome, especially if you’re used to swearing on a regular basis and it has become a habit. 

 

One way that has helped me reduce my swearing habit, is to recognise and interally acknowledge when I have sworn.  Then I’ll replay in my head what I should have said to limit any future mistakes.   If I recognise what I have said quick enough, I will then apologise and repeat what I should have said.   

 

3. Be grateful

An elegant and classy woman is always grateful and thanks those around her for what they have done.  For example, after meeting up with your girlfriends for lunch, or receiving a gift. This also extends to showing gratitude for the small, everyday things like having a home to live in and food in your fridge. 

 

4. Know when to leave your phone alone

These days it’s all too common to be on your phone scrolling through social media or texting other people whilst with friends or family. 

 

To be elegant and classy, you should leave your phone in your handbag or away from you so you are able to give your full attention to the person you are spending time with.  Not to mention, it’s extremely rude to be texting during a conversation with someone else. 

 

5. Inner beauty

If you are interested in how to be elegant and classy, inner beauty is just as important and external beauty. 

 

Inner beauty relates to your personality traits.  An elegant woman is sophisticated, empathetic and supportive of those around her.  If a friend is in need, you should be there to support her and provide solid advice where appropriate and not judge her circumstances. 

 

It should go without saying, but I’ll say it anyway, you shouldn’t engage in gossip or speaking negatively about others. 

 

6. Hobbies

Elegant hobbies include, yoga, horse riding, baking, reading etc.  You should invest in a hobby as an elegant woman.  This will also allow you to speak about your own past times and can be a great conversation starter with someone you’ve just met.

 

I’ve actually written a blog post dedicated to different hobbies for feminine and elegant women for you to read here.

 

7. Keep your standards high

As an elegant and classy woman, the standards for yourself should be high and shouldn’t be lowered by any means – because you know your worth. 

 

You should keep high standards for how you expect to be treated and also keep yourself accountable to treat others with the utmost respect. 

 

Keeping your standards high doesn’t mean pushing people beyond where they want to be.  It should be about you taking the best care of yourself internally and externally.  This extends to how you do/ don’t allow others to treat you.

 

Anyone who makes you feel negatively about yourself or who just brings your energy down in general should be removed, if not limited, from your life.

 

8. Stand tall and don’t rush

When practicing and becoming an elegant woman, you should stand and sit with correct posture.  Walking tall and with correct posture can immediately improve your self-confidence and in turn shows that you’re of a certain calibre. 

 

So, they’re my top 8 tips for how to be elegant and classy. 

 

 

 

 

 

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