Congratulations on your graduation from charm school.

You now know how to curtsy before royalty, arrange peonies, and wear the proper jewelry.

Need help with the baubles? Pretty Young Thing knows the rules.

♦ Ladies should be seen, not heard. (Leave the noise to the Farm necklace: bright pink and yellow plastic horses, goats, and monkeys on pearled strands.)

♦ Always wear a smile. (Show a flash of noir with the Death Becomes You chain bracelet with black beaded heart and devil charms.)

♦ Maintain appearances from every angle. (Replace clasps with antique silk and hand-dyed muslin bows.)

♦ Treat others courteously. (The cascading Kiss My Pearls necklace sends the message so you don’t have to.)

It’s the ultimate statement piece.

Available at Après Peau, 1430 K Street NW, between 14th and Vermont Streets (202-783-0022 or aprespeau.com). To see styles, go to pytjewelry.com.