Just because you are a woman, does not make you a lady.
What is class? Some people see it as a social standard, a status that they live up to. Some people think of classy as wealthy, brought up in a well-off home. Others may see it as a very elegant individual that has impeccable ettiquette. Some of us may even view classy as one who doesn't look like they're dressed up for the club. All of the above could be correct, BUT, all the above would be meaningless if one does not have the BASIC qualities of a classy woman. You see, I don't view a classy woman as one who crosses all their T's and dots all their I's, who has all the above and yet lack the basics. I could care less if they are wearing Coco Chanel yet they are prejudice - they would be labeled in my book as trashy.
How A Classy Person Is Identified
Just because you are a woman, does not make you a lady.
Just because you are a woman, does not make you a lady.
What is class? Some people see it as a social standard, a status that they live up to. Some people think of classy as wealthy, brought up in a well-off home. Others may see it as a very elegant individual that has impeccable ettiquette. Some of us may even view classy as one who doesn't look like they're dressed up for the club. All of the above could be correct, BUT, all the above would be meaningless if one does not have the BASIC qualities of a classy woman. You see, I don't view a classy woman as one who crosses all their T's and dots all their I's, who has all the above and yet lack the basics. I could care less if they are wearing Coco Chanel yet they are prejudice - they would be labeled in my book as trashy.
Here are the main five qualities.
1. She treats everyone as an equal
Henry Higgins from 'My Fair Lady- "You see, the great secret, Eliza, is not a question of good manners or bad manners, or any particular sort of manners, but having the same manner for all human souls. The question is not whether I treat you rudely, but whether you've ever heard me treat anyone else better."
Of course, he wasn't very nice to Eliza Doolittle, but the point is that the Pedigree woman has the same manners towards every person, no matter what status or level of the social hierarchy. She would speak to the janitor, waiter or hotel receptionist as she would to her friends. Always polite, unhurried, undemanding. She does not gush or laugh a little louder to try to impress or please. She does not elevate or 'humble' herself. She has one manner for all. This is a must-do for anyone learning how to be classy.
Only average and very common people save their best manners for someone more important than them.
2. She is Kind, Thoughtful And Considerate
Most think they already are kind, thoughtful and considerate of others, which I'm sure they are, but how does this guideline sets the Pedigree woman apart? What is it that makes her classy?How to be classy is all in the details:
- She is always extremely punctual, because she does not want anyone to wait. If you are late, she will tell you to take your time. While she doesn't mind her guests to be late, she hates to be late. - She is properly dressed at all time. Why? It is because she not want to convey sloppiness - which translates to "I don't think you are important enough for me to make an effort."
- If you spilled coffee on her rug, she will make light of it because she thinks your feelings are more important.
- Her speech is always gracious because complaining and being negative ruins someone's mood.
3. She is a Quality over Quantity type of woman.
She develops an acute taste and eye for quality. This requires discipline, be it shopping for books or food. To prefer quality is a form of respect. She respects herself, the workmanship, and the cost of what it took to obtain it. She does not take shortcuts and takes pride to be the best of herself. She also treats herself well.
There is a misconception that you need to be able to afford a lot to be able to enjoy quality. However, if you forgo quantity and buy less, you'll realize that you can enjoy quality too. - An example of how to be classy in her everyday choices is, she would rather spend the cost of a fastfood meal at the supermarket, picking up the freshest ingredients, then to take that shortcut and sustain herself with a non-nutritious meal. If one lacks the time to do so, discipline would be needed to omit non-productive time consuming activities. And therefore free up time to devote herself to quality pursuits.
4. She Values Education and Self-Improvement
She who is classy seeks an understanding of herself, of others and the world. How else is she going to be a useful and contributing member of society if she is riddled with personal problems?
She makes an effort to be interested in matters outside herself.
- Therefore, reading is a mainstay hobby for intellectual pursuits and so are sports because it develops character.
- However, education and self-improvement are not seen as a chore. It is enjoyed, pursued relentlessly to further develop her mind and character. Great personal satisfaction is derived from it.
5. She Contributes to Society
She often thinks about how she can give, and be a useful and contributing member of society. She realizes this secret...giving and living larger than yourself is a source of great happiness and fulfillment. Thus, she is generous. She wants to be a useful and contributing member of society.
She wants in her own way, to make the world a better place.
How does she do it?
- She contributes with whatever resources she has, be it time, money or connections. She could volunteer her time at a charity, or church. She sits on the board for events which have a noble cause. Those who have deep pockets donate, build schools or help raise funds.