Although I focus primarily on the Gentleman’s side of the social equation, a recent article caught my attention, How to Be a Lady in the 21st Century. As many have noticed, my own ideals for Gentlemen and Ladies are in reference to a modern world, apt to handle modern challenges. The thing that caught my attention within the article is how many of the recommendations stated are absolutely relatable for the Modern Gentleman. The Ladies at Club Fashionista where gracious enough to allow me to re-post. So, I leave you with:
How to Be a Lady in the 21st Century
By Elma B.

Holding your ground and maintain
self-respect may be just what you need to be a better you, without further ado
here is...
How to be a lady (and a
powerful woman) in the 21st century:
1. Posture
I
have observed that many women have terrible posture when presenting and are
even apologetic (will say sorry several time during a conservation) when
speaking in public. Many will even giggle when giving a talk in public or
at a round table discussion. What you do not realize is that most of our
communication is non-verbal so the fact that you are slouching, giggling and
apologizing is communicating lack of confidence and submissiveness.
So, stand up
straight, use your arms when talking and speak in an assertive voice. Let your
audience know that you know what you know what you are talking about not only
through your actual knowledge but also through your body language.
2. Patience
When I began
exercising religiously, one of the first phrases I learned was "slow and
steady wins the race." I think this not only applies to exercise but to
our overall life. Whatever you are pursuing, whether that is a certain position
at work, a body type or even a love interest; be patient and steady. Pushing
events to happen beyond their natural state of evolvement tends to quickly
back-fire. So, hold your ground and work persistently and patiently, your calm
energy will carry you through to your goal/s.
3. Style

Nothing will
make you look more over weight and unpleasant than clothes that are too small.
When in doubt, pick a shirt, skirt or pants that are one size larger because
you will look more elegant and actually skinnier. Importantly, you will feel a
lot more comfortable in your skin with a looser wardrobe than when your
circulation is cut off by your tight pants (speaking from personal experience)
or your tight skirt. Remember you wardrobe is supposed to compliment your
figure and not make your flaws stand-out.
There you have it ladies, my 3
golden rules on how to be a lady (and a powerful woman) in the 21st century.
What does being a lady and a modern woman mean to you? Leave me your comments,
love hearing from you! Until next time fashionistas, stay beautiful and confident,
xoxo.
Original article can be found in Club Fashionista.
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