Anything else I have to add about ladylike behavior has to do with etiquette which I will do a series on at a later date. Since ladies are few and far between these days I thought we would end this series with How NOT to be a Lady, citing the most common unladylike behaviors I see.
Applying make up at the table
Picking nose
Picking Wedgies and adjusting undergarments in public
Talking loudly about quite personal subjects in public (feminine health issues, domestic quarrels etc)
Worse-Talking loudly about it on the cell phone in public
Yelling across a public room to another person
Sitting with legs WIDE open, I don't care if you are wearing jeans/pants or not, it just screams unladylike
Cursing ( I have to admit this was a hard habit to break for me as I was ALWAYS around it and picked it up)
Gossiping
General negativity especially the negativity is caused by a feeling of entitlement
Putting people down publicly, especially when it is their husband/boyfriend/fiance
No make up , come on...even a little gloss would be better than nothing
Wet hair, hair that hasn't been brushed, greasy hair
PJ's and Slippers as daywear (even saw someone come to church this way!)
Farting in others company and worse - giggling like a child about it
Not knowing the English language examples: He aint' nothin, the two of yous, thems, he speaks good etc.
What unladylike behaviors do you encounter the most?
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11 comments:
I agree with most of these, but I don't think that wearing no makeup is unladylike. I don't wear makeup because my husband doesn't care for it. I think if your hair looks nice and you are clean then that is enough without makeup.
Personally I believe you need a bit of make up for a polished look but again these are just my opinions.
I read somewhere once that it was okay to apply a small bit of powder or a small bit of lip stick at the table but not to do much more than a quick touch up. However, personally, I don't like doing it myself.
I would also like to add discussing sex & other crude topics publicly. Not between friends when seeking advice or true questions but when it is in a joking manner or with people of the opposite sex.
Also, arrogance...very unladylike.
I read the same thing about a quick touch up but personally I would much rather do it in the ladies room although I must admit, unless I'm wearing red lipstick I don't carry any touch up make up with me.
Absolutely agree with your other additions!
I agree with your post about lady like behavior. It is very inspiring. I am shocked at how young ladies behave anymore. I am embarassed for them. I would like to add that i think nail care is important. I really get grossed out at women's nails that are unkept. Just my 2 cents.
I am adding you to my daily reads.
Blessings,
Julie
Thanks Julie! I must say that my most unladylike behavior regarding appearance is my nails. It is something I am working on because I agree it is quite important!
I just love reading your blog!
I have only just joined not long ago and when I get a spare moment to go online I find myself addicted.
I wish that more women would take on these quick tips. You would think that since it only takes a few moments of their day they would make the effort and remember how great it feels to be feminine! not to mention being polite and having manners does wonders not just for yourself but it makes one so much more attractive to be around =)
Thanks Margaret, I'm so glad you like my blog! I think a lot of women associate being feminine or ladylike with weakness. I know I did for a long time, it's only been since I had my daughter 4 years ago that I've become the way I am now...something about motherhood does that to you lol.
This is great, Jenny!
I agree that most women need at least a little bit make up. Also don't care for the bare legs look with dresses at the office. May be ok in public with longer length dresses, but not ok in an office environment
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