There is so much to know about southern belles, and there isn’t enough space here to cover half of it here. Nonetheless, reading this southern belle primer will make meeting and talking to gorgeous belle’s a breeze. Who doesn’t love a nice, cute southern woman? From their sexy accents to bubbly personalities, southern women are some of the most attractive ladies in the world. But if you don’t truly understand what a southern woman is all about, you’ll never have a shot with one.

Once you fully understand the following secrets about southern women, it’s time to decide how you’re going to meet these lovely ladies. The best way is online. You’ll find that many attractive, intelligent southern gals frequent online dating sites. But before you send a message to a southern woman online, make sure you understand what they’re all about.

All About Southern Belle’s

1. They’re proud of their heritage. Southern women love the south. You won’t hear a northern girl proudly state, “I am a northern girl,” but you will hear a southern girl frequently boast her hometown. (and what sorority she’s in – not was in, but still in)

2. Southern belle’s aren’t afraid to get dirty—even the hot ones. While most hot northern ladies are too scared to break a nail to go mudding, a hot southern girl doesn’t give a damn. (one of my mixed doubles tennis partners is a prime example, and she looks ‘hot’ during and after a sweaty match)

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3. Manners are essential to belles. No, manners are EVERYTHING to her. Southern women were taught proper manners at a young age. They were instructed to say “thank you” and smile at those passing by. So if you don’t have manners, you’ll have a better chance at winning the lottery than getting a southern girl. (tip: real Belles expect you to open every door for them and will take notice when you forget. and for heaven’s sake, know which fork to use and when)

4. She can go beer for beer with you. If you think women can’t handle liquor like men, you are right, in most cases. Southern women are the exception. These lovely ladies won’t have any problem drinking the night away with you. As a matter of fact, they might be the ones carrying YOU out to the car. (NEVER dare one to take a shot. You’ll be sorry)

5. Don’t confuse her slow speech for being an idiot. Southern women may sound slow, but they aren’t. Some (most all) of the most intelligent women around are southern women.

6. God is a big part of her life. Religion is significant to most in the south. They are spiritual God-fearing and have strong traditional values. Don’t offend her by insulting her religion or faith. If you aren’t a man of faith, most southern ladies won’t be interested in dating you. (And they certainly won’t allow you to meet their mother if religion is not a priority in your life)

7. College football is like a religion for a Southern Belle. Whether she’s an Alabama Crimson Tide fan, an Ole Miss Hotty Totty girl, or a Georgia Bulldog, college football isn’t just for the dudes down in the south. Be careful that you don’t dismiss her team. She might consider them fighting words. And a southern girl can fight, which brings us to the next one…(and before you attend a tailgate or game with her, know how to dress appropriately)

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8. Southern ladies are mild-mannered until you piss them off. Please don’t confuse her pretty face and friendly smile for a pushover. Southern women know how to throw down. But they only get into a scuffle if provoked. So watch your mouth! (hint: the ‘go-to-hell’ look while she’s grinning is a sign you need to back off of her….quickly)

9. Getting dolled up is her favorite activity. It’s not that northern women don’t care about their appearance or don’t like to get all dolled up for a night out on the town. But southern women take it to a whole new level.

10. They have traditional values. Southern belles expect you to ask her out. She’s going to expect you to hold doors for her (reread item 3). And she’s going to expect you to pay for dinner because that’s how men treated women back in the day, and southern women have old-school values and morals.

I hope this Southern Belle Primer helps you understand Southern women.