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Tell Mommy: Should We Reinstate Etiquette Classes For Tikes?
There was a time, not so long ago, when etiquette was not only taught at home, but in classes outside of school. Parents sent their lil ones to seminars to learn about proper salutations, placement of eating utensils and everyday social graces. A dining experience at a restaurant recently made me wonder if our generation of parents should seek out such classes for our kids.
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Introducing Your Significant Other
I don't know about you, but when I'm dating someone, and we're in an established relationship, I like to be introduced as what I am — their girlfriend. Often times, though, men don't feel comfortable putting labels on their mate, and Emily Post agrees with this practice:
The English language may contain more words than any other, but it has yet to supply satisfactory designations for people in intimate relationships other than "husband" and "wife" and the French "fiance" and "fiancee." So begin with the introduction basics: a gracious exchange of names.
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Taking It Personally
We all have bad days, and I'm sure it's also safe to say that we've all taken our aggression out on people that didn't deserve it. When that happens, it's usually just the anger talking, but it's sometimes hard to decipher logic from feelings. However, Emily Post says:
Don't automatically take it personally.
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Forgetting Someone's Name
If you're forgetful by nature, I'm sure you've goofed an introduction before, or forgotten someone's name after meeting them a few times. If this sounds familiar, you're in luck because Emily Post has some suggestions for the next time you're in a predicament like that!
Don't panic.
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Talking Loudly
I've always been a loud person — people tell me I'm missing the indoor voice gene — but according to Emily Post, booming pipes in public places isn't the most polite thing:
"Keep your voice to a reasonable volume. Public places are noisy by nature, but don't add to the din by talking louder than you must. Think of keeping your voice volume down as a personal form of public service."
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Primping in Public
Many of us take public transportation to and from work, which makes me think you've been witness to women primping on the bus or the train a few times too many. Public grooming has always been a pet peeve of mine, and as it turns out, Emily Post agrees:
"Let your grooming wait. Quickly combing your hair or freshening lipstick won't offend, but peforming your morning grooming routine on public transportation — or, more dangerously, in your car — is something to avoid."
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Cussing in Public
Emily Post pretty much set the bar for manners, and last week when I quoted one of her echoes of traditional etiquette, most of you agreed with her and like it when a man walks on the curbside.
Below is one example of what Emily calls "Today's Rudest Behaviors" in her book Etiquette. Now I must admit to being guilty of this from time to time, but I agree with Emily, it's not the most charming way to behave in public.
Etiquette Past vs. Present: Men Walking on the Curb Side
I got an Emily Post's Etiquette book for Christmas this year — fitting, I know! — and while flipping through some of her old-school ideals, I thought it'd be fun to see how your real life behavior and expectations of others stand up to Miss Manners herself! One of her echoes of traditional etiquette is below.
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The Pros and Cons of Buying Topshop Online
Check out what Emily EMS has to say about her online Topshop experience in our 24/7 Go-To Fashion Guide group.
I always knew they existed — I have seen their chic dresses, sexy heels and cool tops. I am talking about Topshop.
Emily and John Test Out Couples Red Carpet in Mill Valley!
Emily Blunt was back in LA after spending Sunday premiering her new film, Young Victoria at the Mill Valley Film festival. We caught up with Clive Owen there last week, but the English hottie wasn't the only one in Northern California this year — Emily's fiancé John Krasinski joined her on the red carpet, which was actually their debut as an engaged couple! After the premiere, PopSugar Community member PDM2 got to see how loving and sweet the happy couple looked as they sailed around the San Francisco Bay during a closing night afterparty.
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