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Victorian Protocol
Ms. Simone
www.chicago-mistress.com
Decorum:
Standard of behavior; Appropriateness of behavior or
conduct, propriety.
Genteel:
refined in manner and style; well bred and polite.
Protocol:
A system of standards used to govern a specific
situation; forms of ceremony and etiquette used to govern
conduct.
The Victorians witnessed the grandeur of the above principles
permeating all aspects of their social interactions. Down to the
minutest detail, the Victorians considered their behavior a reflection of
their higher civilization. We today can take a lesson from our
ancestors on common civility to those we interact with daily. Put a
little bit of protocol into your life and see the positive effect it has to all
around you.
Manners can recapture a bit of our lost humanity. The idea of
common courtesy makes it easier for people to interact with each
other on a daily basis. Rudeness breeds discontent, anger and
eventually hatred.
Protocol may include:
Meals
Transportation
Visitations
Business Interactions
Dating
Sports and Relaxation
Toiletries
Correspondence
Dress
Ms. Simone
www.chicago-mistress.com
Copyright © Simone Inc. 2007
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A topic of interest for most of those in our lifestyle who seek to learn
more on this style of protocol is the Victorian Table. Here is a quick
over view of how a table should be laid out:
Dinners are at least five courses.
First a tablecloth of felt should be laid down to prevent slippage. Follow
that with the fine linen or lace one. Centerpieces are usually fresh
flowers tailored to the season and time of day. Formal dinners used
full candelabras. Next place your chairs around the table for as many
guests as you will be having. Do not do seating arrangements at this
time.
First item on the table is the silverware. First course utensils go on
outside, then work way in with courses.
Knife blades are always into the plate face.
Traditionally there are no plates to start on the table, only the napkin.
Once the napkin is placed on the lap, then the first course is brought
out. Service is from the right, over the shoulder. ‘
When a guest has completed a course, they should place the utensils
across the top of the plate. Serve will then clear the plate.
The art of Victorian dining is a long and complicated one. These are
just a few facts to get you started in running your house with this
protocol.
Ms. Simone
www.chicago-mistress.com
Copyright © Simone Inc. 2007
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