Next to clothes being fine, they should be well made, and worn easily; for a man is only the less genteel for a fine coat, if, in wearing it, he shows a regard for it, and is not as easy in it as if it was a plain one. Lord Chesterfield More Quotes by Lord Chesterfield More Quotes From Lord Chesterfield Be your character what it will, it will be known, and nobody will take it upon your word. Lord Chesterfield known inspirational character Common sense (which, in truth, is very uncommon) is the best sense I know of: abide by it; it will counsel you best. Lord Chesterfield uncommon common-sense truth-is Lady ---- is safely delivered of a son, to the great joy of that noble family. The expression, of a woman's having brought her husband a son, seems to be a proper and cautious one; for it is never said, from whence. Lord Chesterfield husband expression son Of those who really love their sons, few know how to do it. Some spoil them when they are young, and then quarrel with them when they are grown up, for having been spoiled; some love them like mothers, and attend only to the bodily health and strength of the hopes of their family, solemnize his birthday, and rejoice, like the subjects of the Great Mogul, at the increase of his bulk: while others, minding, as they think, only essentials, take pains and pleasure to see in their heir, all their favourite weaknesses and imperfections. Lord Chesterfield family mother love Remember, as long as you live, that nothing but strict truth can carry you through the world, with either your conscience or your honor unwounded. Lord Chesterfield honor long world A man's own good breeding is the best security against other people's ill manners. Lord Chesterfield inspirational men people Though we cannot totally change our nature, we may in great measure correct it by reflection and philosophy; and some philosophy is a very necessary companion in this world, where, even to the most fortunate, the chances are greatly against happiness. Lord Chesterfield thoughtful reflection philosophy Seek always for the best words and the happiest expression you can find. Lord Chesterfield language expression Prepare yourself for the world, as athletes used to do for their exercises; oil your mind and your manners, to give them the necessary suppleness and flexibility; strength alone will not do. Lord Chesterfield being-strong strength athlete Style is the dress of thoughts, and let them be ever so just. Lord Chesterfield clothes style fashion Next to doing things that deserve to be written, nothing gets a man more credit, or gives him more pleasure than to write things that deserve to be read. Lord Chesterfield writing giving men Good humor is the health of the soul, sadness is its poison. Lord Chesterfield depressing sad inspiration Being pretty on the inside means you don't hit your brother and you eat all your peas - that's what my grandma taught me. Lord Chesterfield sibling brother funny Sex: the pleasure is momentary, the position ridiculous, and the expense damnable. Lord Chesterfield ridiculous witty sex I am convinced that a light supper, a good night's sleep, and a fine morning, have sometimes made a hero of the same man, who, by an indigestion, a restless night, and rainy morning, would have proved a coward. Lord Chesterfield good-night success life Manners must adorn knowledge and smooth its way through the world. Lord Chesterfield jewels way world Any affectation whatsoever in dress implies, in my mind, a flaw in the understanding. Lord Chesterfield fashion understanding mind Few men are of one plain, decided color; most are mixed, shaded, and blended; and vary as much, from different situations, as changeable silks do from different lights. Lord Chesterfield success men life You must embrace the man you hate, if you cannot be justified in knocking him down. Lord Chesterfield justified hate men You will find that reason, which always ought to direct mankind, seldom does; but that passions and weaknesses commonly usurp itsseat, and rule in its stead. Lord Chesterfield passion weakness doe
