Dec 04 2008
7 Ways to Charm Your Man
Coronet Magazine, circa 1950. I saw this and thought it was way to cute to pass up.
Courtesy of Betty Beguiles
1. Your voice must be gentle and warm, then he’ll want to listen to your expressive tones. And you’ll know the value of a soft whisper, but – most important – you’ll know when not to talk.
2. Your laugh….that special little chuckle which is all your own….the toss of your head as you laugh at his jokes….across a crowded room, your secret smile which takes him into your heart.
3. Your hair….blowing freely in the wind, tempting him to run his fingers through….even the little bit that stands straight up and defies attempts to tidy it – it’s endearing and he’ll love it.
4. Your nose….because it’s shiny, although you bemoan the fact and try hard to make the powder stay on….the amusing, lovable way you wrinkle it up when something pleases you.
5. Your attention….because you are a good listener and take an interest in what he has to say, which makes him feel important, also the encouragement you give him when he feels unsure.
6. Your dress….it’s just right for all occasions and you never embarrass him by wearing outrageous styles, colors and trimmings that are fussy and conspicuous….and besides, you walk firmly, with upright, graceful carriage, in ridiculously feminine, high-heeled shoes.
7. Your eyes….because they are so expressive, sparkling with fun or flashing with anger….because they send him charming messages which only he can read, and because they are the windows into which he can look, and always be sure of finding the real You.
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This is adorable! Certainly each of these is still important…it’s funny how some things are timeless. Plus, I can’t help but chuckle at how our men will always appreciate a pair of “ridiculously feminine, high-heeled shoes.”
I think a lot of women underestimate how much men appreciate their wife always appearing presentable. My older sister and her husband have been married for over seven years (since she was 20 and he was 19) and despite having three children she still takes the time to dress nicely, do her makeup and hair, and wear perfume every day even if she isn’t leaving the house. Just by doing these simple things she can let her husband know that he is the reason she wants to look beautiful, not for anyone else. He has stated many times how much he appreciates it. I’ve tried to follow that advice as best as I can, and my husband has also talked about how it makes him feel special and loved. Just a little sisterly advice I thought I’d pass along!
Another great post….thanks Christa.
@Kristin: It is funny how both men and women can be lulled into thinking that just because they’re married they now have a license to bum around the house wearing whatever because “I’ve already won her” or “he married me for better or for worse.” We forget that our primary audience hasn’t changed, it’s just how frequently we see them.
The other thing to think about is how the spouse will feel when they see that you’ll take more time to get “presentable” when it’s for someone or something that’s not them. It effects you, sometimes intangibly.
Good post, Christa.
Awww….I’ll have to remember this when I get married.
MInTheGap:
I totally agree….I have watched a lot of my friends “let themselves go” since getting married and especially since having children but will get all dolled up when going out with their friends.
That’s the thing with marriage…it DOES take effort….not because of fighting or other obvious situations but because it takes effort to make sure that someone you are around 24/7 doesn’t feel like you take them for granted.
It’s great having an older sister that was married long before me…she has great advice!!
Thanks for your response!
Thanks so much both for the post and for the link to Betty Beguiles! What a charming, lovely blog that is!
It’s amazing to me how things change, I don’t think you could find somthing like that in a magazine without getting tips on how to be sexy or vulgar in some way. Reading this was extremely refreshing! Thanks Christa!
Thanks Christa! This post made me smile and inspired me to keep up the femenine charm.
Blessings ~ Megan
Quincey, (cute name by the way), it is shocking to see the information in fashion magazines. The reason this one is so delightfully wholesome is because it was published before the “sexual revolution” of the 60s.
It just goes to show, you can write a motivating, feminine article without going trashy.
How sweet! I love that so much!
Very cute!!
That was a darling post. All of it is so true; particularly the nose and hair parts. Even though we like to joke about how guys are oblivious they really do notice and appreciate “the little things”. Thanks for posting it.
Aaah! To have lived in the 50’s! Am I the only one who regrets being born in this day and age?
I do like this list- especially the bit about the hair that won’t stay down no matter how much we try to tidy it. Yep, I’ve got that down pat. Cowlicks galore! But really, the one that I most appreciate is #6. Sometimes I’m tempted to wear outrageous outfits that really aren’t me and that don’t reflect a modest heart just because the people I see wearing such clothing receive so much attention. Yes, I know it’s dumb, but it’s also true. I was very encouraged when I read #6 and really thought about the fact that all the wives I admire, with the godliest husbands, don’t dress in a flashy manner! What an encouragement and great reminder!
This is beautiful!!!!! Thanks so much for posting this. It’s just like something out of one of my grandmother’s old magazines.
Oh, I love this! It is absolutely true! When we are in the home or out in public we are always representations of our heavenly Father and husband. Thanks for sharing this!
Blessings!
Very cute and interesting tips! I’m not married yet, but I enjoyed reading this. All of these things are the kind of things that are seemingly simple yet the most treasured. I’ve never thought that much about it, until just recently. I found it interesting the way MInTheGap put it: “…thinking that just because they’re married they now have a license to bum around the house wearing whatever because “I’ve already won her” or “he married me for better or for worse.””
I can relate to Alison somewhat. There are times when I find myself wishing to wear tighter or not so feminine clothes due to the popularity/acceptance issue. I was homeschooled K-12, so when I started attending junior college it was a big surprise to find out how much the people around me check out everything I’m wearing day-in and day-out…and comment on it. So, #6 was especially a good reminder. Very good and encouraging post!
Shalom!
This IS cute – and perfect for print and filing safely away for “someday.” Thank you for sharing …
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LOVE this!!
AS others have said – very cute, and also…true!