Miss Clockwood
Officer
"So you are going. And never coming back?" ~ John Thornton
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Post by Miss Clockwood on Apr 25, 2011 17:37:55 GMT -5
At my school, there have been a few gentlemen attempting to bring back chivalry. I've been a little afraid of responding, lest they should believe that I am crazy, but I think that is a good way to encourage them. For example, when they bow, I have been tempted to curtsey, but I can only imagine their surprise if I were to do that and I would not wish to appear weird! Dear Miss Clockwood, You would not appear weird at all. If a gentleman is a gentleman who will bow, a curtsy is most appropriate and should be expected. Seize the opportunity, you never know, he could be a gentleman who could be a closet regency gent, or could be interested if shown the way. That makes so much sense, Major! Thank you for the encouragement! I've been practicing in secret, waiting for the opportunity. But ever since I determined to curtsy in response, I have not had the opportunity. I keep looking, though, for the opportunity to do so! Until then, I shall keep practicing.
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Post by The Major on Apr 26, 2011 9:00:22 GMT -5
Dear Miss Clockwood,
Please keep us apprised as I am sure it will go with a pleasant surprise.
Cheers.
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Miss Clockwood
Officer
"So you are going. And never coming back?" ~ John Thornton
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Post by Miss Clockwood on Apr 26, 2011 9:41:11 GMT -5
I promise to keep you all apprised.
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Post by Goblin, esq. on May 1, 2011 13:16:57 GMT -5
I frequently wear my banyan around the house like a bathrobe. It's very comfortable, and pretty cool looking as well. I don't recall wearing my banyan around the house, but I've often worn the cap to the banyan when it has been particularly cold in the winter. I can't bring myself to wear a regular hat indoors; it's just not done.
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Post by Goblin, esq. on May 1, 2011 13:21:17 GMT -5
At one of our dance practices (not generally costumed), one of the newcomers was wearing a Victorian-ish dress. I was sitting out a dance when she came up to ask me something, and my brain yelled at me "don't sit in the presence of a lady!" even though sitting was the correct indicator for not wanting to dance. I'm sure I would not have had that reaction if she had been wearing jeans.
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Post by katherine15 on Sept 6, 2012 16:52:03 GMT -5
I would love to be able to wear Regency style dresses all the time, but unfortunately people would probably think I was part of a religious order... One of the easy ways I include the past is to take time out for a cup of tea...and if I have some tie to make refreshments,all the better...it surprises the people I serve...
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Post by Daveeda on Mar 16, 2013 1:51:07 GMT -5
I would love to be able to wear Regency style dresses all the time, but unfortunately people would probably think I was part of a religious order... One of the easy ways I include the past is to take time out for a cup of tea...and if I have some tie to make refreshments,all the better...it surprises the people I serve... Adding refreshments is a lovely idea.. I have brought out a tea cup at times, and while it's true wearing the full attire is too much for the every day passerby, I've found doing things like wearing period-esque bits of jewelry is a nice touch. I also bring out clothing of certain fabric types like linen. Linen is a favorite of mine and the way it feels allows for a bit of whimsy. To The Major and Miss Clockwood: As for responding in "kind" when a door was held open with a dramatic bow, alas, my curtsey was received with a great deal of surprise and uncertainty. I suppose that if it was carried out in a softer way rather then with flash and a grin, however, it might have gone better..
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Miss Emily Louise
Commoner
When a young lady is to be a heroine... Something must and will happen to throw a hero in her way.
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Post by Miss Emily Louise on Mar 31, 2013 19:40:50 GMT -5
I am coming to the end of living in my parent's home, as I will head to university come fall, but I, too, enjoy incorporating little Regency-esque pastimes in my day.
I find taking tea with my mother to be quite enjoyable. Keeping a diary is another favorite, as well as, like many have said before me, using similar turns of phrase in conversation. I also maintain a written correspondence with a dear cousin of mine. Most of these have already been shared.
I will add one other little thing I enjoy. At night, when I wish to find my way around the house, I will often light a candle placed in a small hand-held holder (I found it at a small thrift store), in lieu of turning lights on. I find this to be fun, and would recommend if you feel comfortable with the small flame. It's also rather eye-opening when thinking about all of the light we take for granted.
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Post by ladydetemps on Nov 6, 2013 10:24:26 GMT -5
When I go dancing (vintage not Historical - I lindy hop) I obey some of the regency rules about not dancing with the same person too often and of course not refusing to dances unless I have a good reason. I also use fan after I dance coz I get hot. I'd love to introduce dance cards, but I'm not sure it would go down well.
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