A selection of stellar contributors to the fabulous women's magazine The Gentlewoman present a timely selection of thought-provoking, witty essays on manners, offering the modern woman viewpoints and advice on classic conundrums and totally contemporary matters

With contributions from a roster of The Gentlewoman's impeccably engaging contributors and readers, including Ann Friedman, Eva Wiseman, Otegha Uwagba, Caroline Roux, Susan Irvine, and Joan Juliet Buck, this thoughtful, stylish collection of essays is an essential guide to navigating today's world. Individually arresting and unexpected, with advice on subjects ranging from the classic topics of manners and social behavior (tipping; arriving alone; godparenting; hosting) to totally contemporary matters (the best legal drugs; the benefits of a menstrual cup; the art of regifting; and crafting the perfect out of office reply), and tips and opinions galore from fun friends of the magazine from Miranda July and Hilary Mantel to Kylie Minogue and Honey Dijon, together these essays form a singular perspective on modern life: that of The Gentlewoman.

About the Author

The Gentlewoman magazine celebrates modern women of style and purpose. It is a biannual magazine with a passionate readership, that offers a fresh and intelligent perspective on fashion that's focused on personal style - the way women actually look, think and dress. Featuring ambitious journalism and photography of the highest quality, it showcases inspirational women through its distinctive style.

Book Information
ISBN 9781838663568
Author The Gentlewoman
Format Paperback
Page Count 196
Imprint Phaidon Press Ltd
Publisher Phaidon Press Ltd
Weight(grams) 300g
Dimensions(mm) 195mm * 120mm * 15mm