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Hair Dyes and Other Cosmetics in the Regency Era

Posted on September 11, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

When I was younger, though my hair was blonde, I would upon occasion use a mixture of Ivory Flakes™ (powdered detergent), peroxide, and bleach. Yes, as in Clorox™. If bleach was good enough for Jean Harlow, it was good enough … Continue reading →

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English School Terms in the Georgian Era

Posted on September 4, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Many schools in the U.S. have already returned to the new school year. My son and DIL are both teachers and are already counting the days to the end. My oldest grandchild enters high school this year. His younger sisters … Continue reading →

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Being a Woman in Jane Austen’s England

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

“Single women have a dreadful propensity for being poor—which is one very strong argument in favour of matrimony.” Jane Austen wrote to Fanny Knight, 13 March 1817 Feminism made a long overdue showing in the 18th Century. Society, as a … Continue reading →

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What Exactly Did It Mean to be an Officer on Half Pay in Jane Austen’s England?

Posted on August 21, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Question from a follower: I’ve often wondered about the term “half-pay officer.” Does an officer who sells out still receive half pay or only officers who retire without selling their commissions (if there is such a thing). My question concerns a … Continue reading →

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A Levirate Marriage ~ Are Thou Thy Brother’s Keeper?

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Recently, I listened to a minister discuss what is known as a Levirate Marriage, a marriage between the widow and the husband’s brother. Many Christians, especially those in the Western world, consider this a reprehensible action, but the Bible does … Continue reading →

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Question from a Reader: Is “Debutant” the Correct Word for a Girl Making Her Society “Debut” in the Regency Era?

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Okay, to the best of my knowledge the term “debutant” was later than the Regency Era. The word “debutante” is of later vintage than the Regency. She would be referred to as “coming out”, per Jane Austen’s Mansfield Park, where … Continue reading →

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Dance Sets at a Ball or a Country Assembly in the Regency Era?

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Though I thought I had covered the idea of dance sets in last Fridays piece on “Dance Cards,” evidently there was still some confusion, so I will try this again. QUESTION FROM A READER: My understanding is that in balls, … Continue reading →

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Dance Cards in the Regency Era? Yea or Nay?

Posted on June 19, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Recently, I again had a writer ask me about the use of dance cards in the Regency. In truth, I have not found any period references to hostesses having dance cards for her guests. Thomas Wilson never mentions them in … Continue reading →

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“Lord Thomas and Fair Ellender,” Traditional Scottish Ballad + the Upcoming Release of “Lyon on the Inside” from Dragonblade Publishing, Arriving 24 June 2026

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

I have sung this song since I was quite small in the homes of my Appalachian relations, and I have used it previously in another book, a vampiric Jane Austen tale, which the original publisher will rerelease for for the … Continue reading →

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Fireworks in the Regency Era + the Upcoming Release of “Lyon on the Inside” from Dragonblade Publishing, Arriving 24 June 2026

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Regina Jeffers

Were there fireworks in the Regency Era? This is what Jane Austen wrote to her sister Cassandra, dated 2 June 1799 There is to be a grand gala on Tuesday evening in Sydney Gardens, a concert, with illuminations and fireworks. … Continue reading →

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