Spring is here, and we're turning to our guides for wisdom on navigating social interactions and relationships. Lately, our focus has been on fresh starts, joyful celebrations, and unforgettable stories. From the Ladies, we wish you a beautiful season filled with renewal and connection. Here's to new beginnings!
In Hospitality, published in 1922, a charming vision of a May Day luncheon unfolds.
There is no little wisdom in the saying that it is better to rise from table under-fed rather than over-fed.
American women enjoyed tremendous changes in the 20th century.
Does the general public tend to equate novelty with quality?
How George Washington’s Rules of Civility Became Famous
19th Century Social Rules: Etiquette Tips from 1843
Dirty Habits, High Society: The Inevitable Fall of a Social Climber
A Tale of Tyranny: The Unfortunate Marriage of Hortense Mancini
Beyond Politeness: The Art of Meaningful Dialogue
Breathe Your Way to Radiance: Lessons from a 1905 Beauty Manual
Charm, Power, and Strategy: Cleopatra’s Political Genius
From 1897 to Today: The Enduring Power of Gut Health for Skin
The Art of Newlywed Cooking: Reflections on A Bride's Cookbook