Regency Era Courtship: From Debut to Betrothal, A Young Lady's Primer
A young lady's debut was life changing, the stepping over the threshold from schoolroom to society, courtship and marriage on the horizon.
The Waltz: A Georgian Era Scandal, i.e. A Loving Embrace on the Dancefloor
The waltz was the most scandalous dance of the Georgian era, but did you know the 20th c waltz is completely different?
Greeting Etiquette in the Georgian Era: Bowing, Curtsying, Handshaking, and Nodding
The etiquette of bowing and curtsying shifted to a preference for handshaking and nodding during the late Georgian era.
Dining in the Georgian Era: à la française
When it comes to dinner parties, are you familiar with the difference between dinner served à la française and served à la russe?
Gentlemen Cliques of the Georgian Era: From Fops to Corinthians
From fashionable Fops to athletic Corinthians, learn about some of the different types of gentlemen in the Georgian era.
Ladies' Fashion in the 1790s: A Decade of Transition
The fashion of the 1790s transitioned from French to Grecian Revival, the precursor to Regency fashion but with more versatility of style.
Gentlemen's Fashion in the 1790s: A Decade of Transition
This post explores the shift from the Rococo fashion to the Corinthian style of the turn of the century.
Wedding Traditions of the Georgian Era: Let Them Eat Cake
Our blog series on marriage has finally reached the wedding ceremony. Let the wedding bells toll!
Marriage Settlements of the Georgian Era: Land, Money, or Love
If the bride has a dowry to offer, what does the gentleman have to offer? This post explores the contents of marriage settlements.
Proposal Traditions: Myth vs Fact of Georgian Era Marriage Proposals
This post explores the marriage proposal traditions of the 18th century, including engagement rings, question, and bended knee.
Calling Cards & Paying Calls: Social Etiquette in Georgian England
This post explores visiting card and social calling etiquette.
Courtesy Titles of the British Aristocracy
Is Viscount Lovely titled or heir apparent? Let's explore courtesy titles!
Teatime & Tea Etiquette in Georgian England
How do you take your tea? Seriously. Tea became an important cultural element in the 18th century.
Charades, Riddles, and Literary Societies in Georgian England
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?
Scents for the Senses: Perfumes of the Georgian Era
What might a hero's cologne have smelled like during the Georgian Era? Were perfumes subtle or overpowering? Let's talk about perfume!
University Life in Georgian England
One cannot be both gentleman and scholar. A brief look at university life during the 18th century.
Hygiene in Georgian England: Bathing Regency Heroes
Splish Splash, We're Takin' A Bath! Let's talk bathing, teeth cleaning, and body hair in the Georgian Era.
Homosexuality and Gender Identity in the 18th Century
Good golly, Miss Molly! Would it shock you to learn there was a vibrant gay culture in the 18th century?
Hairstyles of the 1750s
"Worry not, my lady, for you look irresistible with the sheep's head styling!"
Boathouses & Rowing Clubs in Georgian England
Should a gentleman invite me for a row on the lake, I shall reply with an enthusiastic, albeit respectable, affirmative.
Christmas Holiday Traditions of Georgian England
In this research section, we'll explore the holiday traditions during December celebrated during the Georgian era.
Entailments: Our Regency Hero Inherits
Just how does an entailment work, and can it be broken?
Fetes, Samhain, and More: Autumn Traditions in Georgian England
Did someone say trick or treat? Let's explore the autumn traditions and customs during the Georgian era.
Light Dragoons of the 18th Century British Army
There's not much more dashing than a cavalry officer astride his mount!
Nobility: Titles, Duties, Forms of Address, and More
Many of our heroes are aristocrats, but have you ever wondered at the difference between the titles and duties?
Writing Implements of the Georgian Era
Writing was a popular pastime in the 18th century, not only for novels but also for journals and letters.
Racial and Ethnic Diversity in Georgian England
For this research discussion, I'd like to focus on celebrating Black lives in the late 18th and early 19th century England.
Coffeehouses & Tearooms of Georgian England
Before the quintessential tearoom, we had coffeehouses. You might recall that our hero Sebastian in The Earl and The Enchantress...
Banns, Special Licenses, and Common Licenses in Georgian England
The topic for this research interest section is special licenses to marriage, something we read quite often in historical romance novels.
Widows: Support and Freedom in the Georgian Era
If a lady became widowed, would she be turned out, or would she have her run of the house, complete with love affairs?
A Gentleman's Education in the 18th Century
Would the hero attend a local school, be sent to a private school, have a tutor, or...?
Veterans & Wheelchairs in the 18th Century
Shall we toast to disabled veterans? A look at masculinity, war injuries, and Georgian-era wheelchairs.
Baronet: Duties, Title, and More
Is the Sir Mystery you met in the ballroom a Baronet or a Knight?
Hippotherapy: Physical & Mental Rehabilitation
Did you know that horses are used for physical therapy, mental health, and rehabilitation?
Side Saddle: A Lady's Saddle in the Georgian Era
How comfortable might that lady's side saddle really be?
Ladies' Accomplishments in the Georgian Era
How might we determine at a soiree if a lady is truly accomplished?
Midwifery Herbs of the 18th Century and Beyond
When herbs were the best available medicine, how did midwives treat patients?
Bamburgh Castle: A Unique Hospital in the 18th Century
Where might you go if you you needed a smallpox inoculation?
Midwifery of the 18th Century
Before hospital births, what was a mother-to-be to do?
Foundling Hospitals & Women's Homes in the 18th Century: Noach Cottage Inspiration
Supposing you're destitute after being turned out of the house: where might you go for aid?
Gender Discrimination in Music Instrumentation of the 18th Century
Would the hero be seen as effeminate if he played music? Would the heroine be seen as masculine if she played a wind instrument?
Dueling at Dawn in the 18th Century
With this glove, I challenge you to a duel at dawn! This post discusses dueling history and etiquette.
Soundproofing Techniques in the 18th Century
Supposing a hero needed a little peace and quiet, could he soundproof his bedchamber?
Aristocratic Composers in the 18th Century
Would an aristocratic composer be socially accepted? This post explores aristocrats dipping their nibs into music composition.
