Britons are gearing up for their first taste of post-lockdown freedom on Monday when they can finally meet loved ones in gardens and parks as the ‘rule of six’ returns outdoors. In preparation for seeing family and friends for the first time in more than three months, etiquette expert William Hanson has revealed his dos … Read more
A popular American etiquette expert has earned thousands of loyal followers for her etiquette classes, bestselling books, and Instagram page — but she was shocked to learn that one of those followers was covertly stealing her content and reposting it as her own. Myka Meier, New York Plaza Hotel’s etiquette instructor and the founder of … Read more
With its passionate romps and salacious storylines, Bridgerton has been a much-needed tonic for many locked-down Britons. The Netflix series paid homage to many of the time-honoured traditions and behaviour adhered to by members of high society between 1813 and 1827, particularly surrounding courtship and marriage. But according to an etiquette expert, a number of the … Read more
LEAST SELFLESS Recipient: Rita Ora What none of us knew until recently about Rita Ora is that as well as being a purveyor of mid-chart-ranking tune she is also a highly-qualified microbiologist, specialising in viruses. Accordingly, her years of research and doctorate in epidemiology from the Sylvia Young Theatre School meant she knew very well … Read more
With international leisure travel pretty much verboten this year, I was keen to rediscover what the UK has to offer its own in terms of luxury hospitality. Let’s face it, our country is no longer held up for its customer service, so I was unsure anywhere that wasn’t a heavily-financed London establishment on our sceptred … Read more
The coronavirus pandemic has brought a new set of rules for all, from wearing masks in shops and on public transport to staying two metres apart from others on the street. But the rules are even more complicated for the upper class, who now are following high society’s Covid-compliant ‘U’ guidelines. Tatler has published a list … Read more
Jennifer Garner wears a bonnet and hilariously demonstrates colonial etiquette lesson for her daughter’s fifth-grade class By Deirdre Simonds For Dailymail.com Published: 19:16 BST, 7 August 2020 | Updated: 19:16 BST, 7 August 2020 Jennifer Garner proved she is the ultimate room mom, as she presented her 11-year-old daughter’s classroom with an unforgettable history lesson … Read more
Planning a wedding has never been an easy feat, but the experience post-lockdown is arguably harder than ever. From deciding who to uninvite due to coronavirus-related restrictions on numbers to knowing which hygiene products you have to supply, couples tying the knot have a whole new etiquette guide to follow. And while there will never be … Read more
Your guide to global sneezing etiquette: Here we reveal the basic protocols for when you finally get to travel abroad One sneeze in Japan signifies praise but two sneezes is a sign of criticism In Tonga, it’s often believed that sneezing is a sign that a loved one’s missing you Poles believe a sneeze means … Read more
Nice to meet you: Handshakes and hugs are out — so what’s the new global etiquette? Handshakes and hugs were stopped when the coronavirus pandemic took hold But there are alternative greetings – and not only the ‘Wuhan shake’ foot-tap There’s the Thai Wai, the Hawaiian shaka sign as well as the formal Japanese bow … Read more