Do you have a secret yen to be Miss Manners?

Now is your chance.

The Primgraph, a soon-to-be-launched magazine from Prim Perfect Publications will feature a regular column of etiquette advice tailored to the sensitibilities of the gentleman or lady of, shall we say, a more vintage nature. This esteemed adviser will be modeled on the American columnist Miss Manners in an homage of respect to that witty and sensible gentlewoman whose heart is truly Edwardian. For those of you not familiar with her engaging style, examples of her advice may be found here, here, and here.

All those interested in filling these sizable and respectable shoes are invited to submit their answer to the following question to us at: primperfect@gmail.com. We will look at the actual advice, of course, but also with the engaging style and individuality with which it is rendered. The criteria for selection are deservedly quirky, and the decision of the judges is final. (But if you are really fired up to write, let’s talk. We love writers and treat them well. Ask anyone.)

Dear Miss Manners, I had arranged to meet a young lady for tea last Saturday. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend, owing to technical difficulties of a depressingly familiar nature. How should I tender my apologies?

Do submit your answers soon, because we can hardly wait to be edified and amused. We wish you good fortune, Gentle Readers.

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