Pearl Nash
Genuinely classy women are a force in this world.
But when I say ‘classy’, I mean truly classy, not the fake kind.
After all, anyone can go to the mall, pick up a few designer items, and suddenly claim sophistication.
It doesn’t work this way.
The fact is… true class comes from deep within; it’s something you develop over time, not just instantly.
In this article, I’ll take you through the behaviors of classy women who make a profound impression wherever they go.
If you want to cultivate your inner elegance, you’ve come to the right place.
Let’s get to it!
1) Gracious manners
Classy women are all about good manners.
They know that manners aren’t just a formality; they represent something bigger.
When you are genuinely well-mannered, this means you’re courteous of other people–which isn’t just a reflection of how you were raised, but also shows your inherent kindness as a person.
Classy women will never miss out on an opportunity to say “please”, “thank you,” or offer a sincere compliment.
They tend to respect most people, regardless of background or social status.
They want them to feel valued.
Whether it’s their best friend or a server at a restaurant, they want people to know that they are appreciated–a sentiment that often manifests as great manners.
2) Effective communication
You can always spot a classy woman by the way she communicates with others.
She will speak with clarity, communicating her points thoroughly and with enthusiasm.
When a classy woman talks, she will have respect constantly top of mind.
Hence, perhaps what sets her apart the most, is how present she is in her interactions.
She doesn’t half-ass her communications… giving you a fraction of her attention while she is preoccupied scrolling through social media.
When you speak, she will listen and put her phone away promptly.
3) Appropriate attire
When it comes to fashion, a classy woman never tries too hard.
She has a natural grace and elegance about her… qualities that always translate into tasteful, oft effortless, style.
She will dress appropriately for different occasions, whether that’s running errands or formal events, showing a keen understanding of situations… and respect for the event and people involved.
As touched on in the intro, a lot of women (and men too) think flashing overpriced designer brands will make them instantly seem classy—they couldn’t be more wrong.
Remember, money doesn’t buy class. It never will.
So if you want to start dressing like a classy woman, don’t try too hard.
But first, cultivate a classy mindset, by having respect for both yourself and others… your choice of outfit will eventually reflect this mentality.
4) Confidence
Modesty and class go hand-in-hand.
Some women think that being loud, materialistic, or brash will make them seem confident and secure.
This couldn’t be the furthest thing from the truth.
Remember, when it comes to things like confidence and class, still waters almost always run deep. Classy women are deeply attuned to this.
When you spend time around a classy woman, you’ll notice she will have a quiet confidence about her.
She has minimal hang-ups and thus will never resort to overcompensating behaviors… she is genuinely comfortable in her own skin.
Her confidence is contagious.
5) Emotional poise
When a classy woman goes through a rough or emotionally turbulent time in life, she will consistently maintain composure, particularly in public settings.
She won’t become unhinged and meltdown, taking her frustrations out on others, like the viral Karens of TikTok.
She can compartmentalize her internal struggles from the external world.
Hence, she will handle stress and conflict with a distinct level of grace and calm–ultimately a reflection of her character as a woman.
6) Kindness and compassion
Classy women aren’t ‘mean girls’ who exclude others whom they deem to be inferior.
Instead, classy women are regularly empathetic and compassionate to those around them.
A classy woman will go out of her way to make others feel included, safe, and valued, rather than ostracized or forgotten about.
She has enough emotional intelligence to care about other people, to focus on the good of situations and people, rather than be self-absorbed and cynical, caught up in trivialities.
Her perspective is always on point.
My grandmother is one of the classiest women I know.
She may be in her late 80s now, but that hasn’t made her any less classy.
For as long as I remember, she has lived to help people born into less privileged circumstances.
We live in a part of the world where natural disasters are unfortunately quite rampant.
Without fail, every year in our country, a typhoon will arrive and claim the lives of hundreds… and the livelihood of thousands.
Whenever that happens, my grandmother will always make it a point to help in any way she can.
When she was younger, she would actively volunteer, handing out relief and getting her hands dirty in the epicenter of these tragedies.
These days, she’s older but still will donate… anonymously.
She does this because she is a genuinely caring (and classy) woman.
Not because she wants credit or praise or likes on the ‘gram, or some other dubious PR motive.
My family and I have always deeply respected her for that.
7) Cultural awareness
Generally speaking, a classy woman tends to be pretty worldly.
She has an awareness that the earth is an immense place with countless cultures and customs.
She stays on top of world issues, by reading and by being open to foreign concepts and ideas.
You see, many women are content to keep their world small and sheltered.
They might limit their knowledge to their immediate surroundings, or things like Kim Kardashian’s dating life.
Not the classy woman though.
She knows there’s a whole other world out there, one vastly different from her own–a fact that by its very nature makes her sensitive to cultural norms.
You can bring a classy woman anywhere because she can adjust and navigate social settings comfortably.
Pretty badass, if you ask me.
Final words
Remember, ladies, It’s never too late to become a little classier in life.
All you have to do is adjust your habits.
Now I know, the contents of this article might sound like a lot.
But Rome wasn’t built in a day, and becoming classier is a process that will not happen overnight.
Take things a step at a time. Don’t overwhelm yourself.
Once you make start adopting the right behaviors, you’ll become classier and classier, slowly but surely.
You got this!
