The Internet’s leading institute on etiquette and taste… teaching modern grace and timeless style to women around the world.
ABOUT
Balissande Finishing School is a modern adaptation to traditional finishing schools of the past. It cuts through the pomp and circumstance and brings finishing school into the world of technology – accessible to anyone, anywhere, anytime.
Balissande offers lessons, exercises, and tips on various subjects including etiquette, social skills, self-empowerment, house management, cultural diversity, luxurious living, the arts, and style. The online format gives students a chance to study at their own pace, wherever they want.
Balissande Finishing School’s focus is to not only teach good manners and style but to also open students’ minds to the world of diversity. It aims to cultivate kindness and tolerance across the globe, one student at a time.
EXPERT PANEL
Daughters of finishing school graduates and descendants of politicians – our team of professionals are the finest in the fields of etiquette, travel, fashion, art, and language. Their varied experiences bring Balissande Finishing School high levels of sophistication, savoir-vivre, and insight. Together they work to teach the importance of social etiquette and multi-cultural understanding. They also work to prepare students for their roles as professionals and role models.
NOTEBOARD
January 11, 2019: If you haven’t already, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @balissandefinishingschool. This is the social media account we are currently the most active on. There, we post several times a week: art lessons, etiquette rules, savoir-faire tips, and random tid-bits every lady should know.
January 7, 2019: A member created a new blog called: Venus au Monde: Curating Love, Beauty, and Light with the purpose of helping others “re-gain the romance, softness, and innocence of youth”. If you want to become more feminine, be inspired, or bring more love into your life, we recommend you follow the blog.
January 1, 2019: We are adding new subjects this year to the site. They will be posted sporadically in the upcoming months. Subjects include Finance, Politics, Events, and Charity. We are trying to share knowledge that we believe is important for the advancement of ladies – socially, professionally, financially, and emotionally. If you have any suggestions, please send us a message.
December 4, 2018: The online course, How To Design & Host Dinners, is now available for enrollment.
November 16, 2018: Many articles on fashion and wardrobe styling were deleted.
November 13, 2018: Announcement… changes on the way!
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