Paullett Golden

The waltz was the most scandalous dance of the Georgian era, but did you know the 20th c waltz is completely different?

The etiquette of bowing and curtsying shifted to a preference for handshaking and nodding during the late Georgian era.

When it comes to dinner parties, are you familiar with the difference between dinner served à la française and served à la russe?

From fashionable Fops to athletic Corinthians, learn about some of the different types of gentlemen in the Georgian era.

The fashion of the 1790s transitioned from French to Grecian Revival, the precursor to Regency fashion but with more versatility of style.

This post explores the shift from the Rococo fashion to the Corinthian style of the turn of the century.

Our blog series on marriage has finally reached the wedding ceremony. Let the wedding bells toll!

If the bride has a dowry to offer, what does the gentleman have to offer? This post explores the contents of marriage settlements.

This post explores the marriage proposal traditions of the 18th century, including engagement rings, question, and bended knee.

This post explores visiting card and social calling etiquette.

This post discusses the techniques and arc of flash fiction writing.

Is Viscount Lovely titled or heir apparent? Let's explore courtesy titles!

How do you take your tea? Seriously. Tea became an important cultural element in the 18th century.

My first protects from wind and my second from earth, while my whole cures boredom of mind. How familiar are you with 18th century charades?

What might a hero's cologne have smelled like during the Georgian Era? Were perfumes subtle or overpowering? Let's talk about perfume!

One cannot be both gentleman and scholar. A brief look at university life during the 18th century.

Splish Splash, We're Takin' A Bath! Let's talk bathing, teeth cleaning, and body hair in the Georgian Era.

Good golly, Miss Molly! Would it shock you to learn there was a vibrant gay culture in the 18th century?

"Worry not, my lady, for you look irresistible with the sheep's head styling!"

Should a gentleman invite me for a row on the lake, I shall reply with an enthusiastic, albeit respectable, affirmative.

In this research section, we'll explore the holiday traditions during December celebrated during the Georgian era.

Just how does an entailment work, and can it be broken?

Did someone say trick or treat? Let's explore the autumn traditions and customs during the Georgian era.

This research section explores the newspapers of the 18th and early 19th century.