Kiki Astor’s blog…articles on all things etiquette, travel, old money aesthetic…and romance books, of course!
How to choose a good Champagne
Don't be basic and bring Veuve to your next party: Here's how to choose a good Champagne If you're invited to a dinner party and you say, I'm going...
What is a socialite? And how do you become one?
Being a socialite isn't all pretty dresses and fun parties... What is a socialite? Some of you hear this word and think of Paris...
Awkward etiquette: a guide to sailing (with someone you don’t like)
Awkward etiquette: a guide to sailing (with someone you don't like) Darling, if you're brand new to sailing and you're going sailing...
Old money aesthetic and quiet luxury maternity wear
Old money aesthetic and quiet luxury maternity outfits Let's talk maternity clothing, because this seems to be quite a challenge to...
There’s a new aesthetic in town: How to be a Grande Dame
There's a new aesthetic in town: how to be a Grande Dame Ah, darling, let's dive deeper into the enchanting world of the Society Grand...
Are you wearing the wrong Barbour jacket? (And are you wearing it wrong?)
Are you wearing the wrong Barbour jacket? (And are you wearing it wrong?) Are you wearing the wrong Barbour jacket? (And are you...
The etiquette of party crashing
It's never polite to crash a party, but here's how to do it right. Crashing a party is never really elegant or OK, but I get it....
Unpacking unboxing videos…
In case you think I’m an absolute monster, however, I do admit that even I would watch cats playing in luxury boxes. The least Old Money thing...
How to raise a glass with class: making a toast
There is a gentleman on TikTok (well not really a gentleman) who unfortunately disabled the duet and stitch capability on his video, because...
Please stop saying “I’m sorry.”
Let's talk about the etiquette of apologies and apologizing. Because you're probably doing it wrong. Please stop saying I'm sorry. You...