My boyfriend found this 1950s pamphlet on being a ‘more popular hostess’ at his parents house and it is *full* of gems

Including: advice on inter-class entertaining. The advice? Don’t do it.

‘If it is necessary for you entertain someone in a different position from most of your friends... reserve it for an intimate evening with just you and your husband’

Chuck your children

I myself have three children that no one knows about, as I bundle them into a cupboard whenever guests arrive.

‘Choose your clothes carefully. Don’t try to outshine your guests’ ....oops.

The boss is coming to dinner! Good news: you CAN participate in the conversation. Just for the love of god not with anything about yourself.