The Beau Monde

The Beau Monde is a style of etiquette, fashion, and social behavior that was popular among European aristocracy and upper classes from the late 17th to the early 19th century. It emphasizes refined manners, elegance, and a polished appearance, reflecting social status and sophistication. The term is often associated with the Regency era and is used in historical contexts, particularly in romance novels and historical reenactments, to describe a world of courtly manners, formal dress, and graceful conduct designed to uphold social hierarchy and distinction.