Social Etiquette for Ladies

A lady should always walk in an easy, unassuming manner, neither looking left nor right. If anything in a store window attracts her attention, she may stop and examine it, and then continue her walk.

A lady does not giggle or whisper in public. Talking loudly is "inexcusable" at all times and gives a vulgar tone to all that is said. She does not call her friends across the street or ask of their health in a boisterous manner.

Never "cut" a person in public. If there are reasons you wish to discontinue the aquaintance turn your head before meeting. Do not expose anyone to the humiliation of a cold and rude stare or refuse to return the greeting of one made in the presence of others.

When bowing on the street, the lady should merely incline her head gracefully, never her body. She should also smile pleasantly.

She must never let a male talk to her in a slangy manner, touch her on the shoulder or call her by her first name in front of strangers.

ALWAYS

Graciously accept gentlemanly offers of assistance

Wear gloves on the street, at church & other formal occasions, except when eating or drinking


NEVER

Refer to another adult by his or her first name in public

Grab your hoops or lift your skirts higher than is absolutely necessary to go up stairs

Lift your skirts up onto a chair or stool, etc.

Sit with your legs crossed (except at the ankles if necessary for comfort or habit)

Lift your skirts up onto the seat of your chair when sitting down (Wait for, or if necessary, ask for assistance when sitting down at a table or on a small light chair)

Speak in a loud, coarse voice