Being an elegant and classy woman is not only about wearing stylish outfits and displaying physical beauty, but it is rather about attitude, proper manners, and good habits. In this article, I have chosen to write about the habits of a classy woman.
Habits are routines or behaviours that are repeated regularly; we can possess both good and bad habits.
We often don’t realize the importance and the impact that simple daily habits have on our lives; those habits mostly seem minor and insignificant, and we neglect them and pay them little to no attention.
Such neglect can result in poor outcomes.
Our ability to evolve and nurture good habits, provided that we control and restrain bad ones, can have a powerful effect on our future and our goals, and shape our image as elegant women.
The small, “insignificant”, actions that we choose to perform every single day can either bring us closer to our goals, or further away from those goals.
Successful and elegant women throughout history have all nurtured daily habits that helped them achieve their goals; join them and become the best version of yourself.
Follow the simple habits of classy women to become more elegant and sophisticated each day.
A classy woman sets goals, and works toward them:
We all tend to have some sort of vision for our lives – we have passions, desires, and dreams.
Some of us might crave financial success or a career change, or perhaps seek to learn a unique skill or get in shape. Other women might want to develop a romantic relationship or to meet new friends.
An elegant woman understands that goals without plans are nothing but dreams; she sets clear goals for her life and invests time and effort to create a specific plan to accomplish those goals.
Over time, an elegant woman measures her success, re-evaluates, and sets further goals.
Develop a growth mindset and set daily actions and rituals that will help you achieve your goals and keep growing. Remember, this is a lifelong journey. If you want to achieve your goals, you have to invest time and effort to do so.
A quick tip: write your goals down and break each goal into 5-10 actionable steps that you can start working towards today.
A classy woman makes time for herself:
As any other introvert, I treasure my alone time. Attending social events and spending time with my family or friends is something that I enjoy greatly, yet I find that I need my own time and privacy to recharge.
Some people may associate the idea of being alone with loneliness – a thing that couldn’t be further from the truth.
In fact, spending time alone can be quite healthy – it is a great way to unwind and refresh your mind, develop a strong sense of independence, create a better relationship with yourself, and even just think and do whatever you please.
Self care is one of the key habits of a classy lady. One of the daily habits of any classy woman is to dedicate time to doing something that she loves, to freshen up, and to focus on herself.
Taking care of yourself and your mental well being will have a huge impact on the quality of your life. Practice self care and invest time in your mental health on a daily basis.
An elegant woman is a constant learner:
A classy woman is constantly curious, and never settles for her current state of intellectuality; she recognizes the importance and joy of personal growth, and always seeks to improve in that aspect.
To become elegant, make a habit of learning, researching, reading, and asking questions – it’s okay to not always know every answer!
In today’s world, there is a plethora of information, and it’s all at our fingertips – all we have to do is reach out and use it.
Spend 30 minutes a day learning something outside of your job description and bettering yourself. You can choose to do so in numerous ways: through books (or audiobooks), podcasts, well-written blogs, or even through an intellectual conversation with knowledgeable people.
Invest time to develop a new skill, or research a topic that will make you feel more confident and successful.
We all like to say that we don’t have time to invest in reading and learning, but replacing some of the time we spend on social media or Netflix is always possible.
A classy woman is smart with her personal finance:
In our modern society, money is involved in nearly everything that we do. Therefore, personal finance is one of the most crucial things to learn and to pay attention to in life.
One of the most essential habits of a classy woman is to manage her finances in a smart way.
An elegant woman doesn’t live a champagne lifestyle on a beer budget – she keeps track of her income, works toward reducing her expenses, and constantly studies and improves her financial situation.
Develop a good money mindset and start implementing essential financial habits in your routine and lifestyle. Treat yourself occasionally, but don’t forget to save up and build your future.
A classy woman makes health a priority:
We all know the benefits of a healthy diet and exercising regularly, yet we rarely treat our health as a priority and often fall short of our own expectations.
An elegant woman, such as yourself, makes health a habit by eating healthy and exercising. She knows that she must control the state of her body and health if she wishes to be successful in this world.
Now, before you brush this daily habit off, with the thought that it might be too hard, or too time-consuming, know that there are plenty of easy ways to fit fitness into your life.
One easy way to eat healthier is simply to buy healthy groceries. If you don’t have junk food in your home, you are less likely to crave it.
When it comes to exercising, start by doing so a couple of times a week, and gradually increase the frequency. There are many ways to easily work out from home. Following YouTube exercise videos is my personal favourite.
Adding exercise to your routine will help you get your body in shape and build confidence. It will also help you develop good posture, and allow you to stand straight and keep your head high without effort.
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and good posture are essential components of elegance.
An elegant woman stays organized:
Maintaining a clean surrounding is a daily habit of a classy woman.
A messy and disorganized environment is uninviting to yourself and to others, and, at times, can even make you feel stressed or uncomfortable in your own personal space. Living in a disorganized space can even affect your mental health and general quality of life.
I’ve found that it’s hard for me to truly relax or be productive if my home is untidy or unclean, so over the years I’ve developed a habit of taking a moment to clean a little bit every day.
I schedule 10-15 minutes of my day to organize as much as I can. Surprisingly, that amount of time is all it takes to keep my home clean, welcoming, and inviting at all times. This is one of the classy habits that truly had a positive effect on my well being and helped me stay calm and productive.
Form an organizing habit that fits your schedule and enjoy its positive effect on your life.
A classy woman keeps a polished look:
Appearances aren’t everything, yet they do say a great deal about who we are, and greatly affect the impression that we leave upon others.
No matter where she goes, a classy woman minds her appearance and maintains a polished and tasteful look. Classy women are well groomed, dress with class and elegance, and leave a positive lasting impression without the need for words.
Fortunately, a tasteful and polished appearance doesn’t require you to devote hours and hours of your day to its upkeeping, or to own a bursting closet, filled with designer pieces.
To appear elegant, all you require is a simple beauty routine, which can be done quickly during the evening and morning, and to keep a few reliable and timeless pieces in your closet that can be mixed and matched to create a unique look for any occasion.
Practice elegance by maintaining a simple morning and evening routine that will give you a boost of confidence. Curate your visual personal image and develop an elegant personal style and wardrobe that will work with this image.
An elegant woman trusts in self-discipline, and not motivation:
It’s quite easy to confuse motivation and discipline: on the surface, they both seem relatively similar, yet under deeper scrutiny, they turn out to be significantly different.
Motivation and discipline are two basic ways that encourage you to accomplish your goals and get things done.
Nowadays, it has become painfully popular to coach people to achieve their goals through motivation.
While the muse of motivation is important and necessary, she can come and go as she pleases, all the while leaving our achievements hanging and waiting for her graceful return.
The alternative, and somewhat unpopular, way to reach your goals is through self-discipline. Unlike motivation, discipline is steady; it means taking action and getting things done regardless of our level of motivation and even when we don’t “feel like it”.
A classy woman thrives when she’s motivated, but always relies on her discipline.
Conclusion:
Being disciplined is not easy, but it is not impossible either.
Start to work gradually toward forming good habits, and make simple shifts in your daily life. Routines are there to support us reach our goals and become the best version of ourselves.
Being elegant and classy means having respect for yourself and others, paying attention to etiquette and the way you speak, maintaining good relationships with loved ones and family, and above all – understanding when you need to rest and care for yourself and your body.
Strive for constant improvement, allow yourself to enjoy the process, and measure your progress occasionally.
What habits do you think classy women should own? Which habits do you want to practice and add to your life? Please leave a comment in the section below. I’d love to read your thoughts!
