Merry Manners: 2023 Holiday Party Etiquette
Getting social during the holidays requires a merry blend of celebration and courtesy. Spending time with people you enjoy can…
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Table Manners for Teens
I’m often asked how best to approach table manners for teens. It doesn’t matter what your grandmother taught you, or…
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Holiday Party Etiquette: Checklists for Your 2022 Event and My Signature Cocktail
Whether you are hosting a few girlfriends or having a formal dinner party for 12, preparation is the key ingredient…
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Tips for Throwing a Last-Minute Holiday Party
Whether you have planned your holiday party for months, or have decided at the last minute to invite a few…
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How to Cancel Plans: Etiquette Dos and Don’ts
Regularly investing time with those you care about is the foundation of a strong friendship. Over the past couple of…
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What Does the Office Holiday Party Look Like This Year?
Celebrating the holidays with coworkers is a time-honored tradition designed to boost morale and bring colleagues together. Thankfully, the office…
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Holiday Party Attire Primer
The holiday season is finally here, and many people are gearing up for some much-anticipated socializing. From a small get-together…
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Summer Celebrations and Backyard Barbeque Etiquette
This summer, there are so many reasons to celebrate. After nearly a year and a half of spending time indoors…
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Zoom Cocktail Party Etiquette
Who doesn’t love a good cocktail party? It’s an opportunity to catch up with friends and meet new people. Unfortunately,…
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Going Away Party Etiquette
Sooner or later, you or someone you have come to know and admire will move on. The circumstances may vary,…
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New Year’s Eve Dress Attire Tips
New Year’s Eve calls for a special celebration which often includes a particular type of dress code. Showing up dressed…
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Holiday Party Conversation: From Awkward to Awesome
Beyond the decorations, gingerbread martinis and the perfect party outfit, holiday gatherings are all about the people. That’s why part…
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Millennials and the Halloween Office Party: What to Avoid
Halloween is in a few days, and the excitement in the office is building. One group getting in on the…
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Fall Bucket List
It’s Fall! Temperatures are dropping and leaves are changing colors. Cider is simmering on the stove and football season is in…
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6 Things to Do Before Your Party Guests Arrive
Create a few pre-party planning rituals that will impress your guests and set the tone for the evening event. When…
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Lifestyle | Lifestyle Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Tailgating Etiquette
Tailgate Party Etiquette Essentials
Whether you are watching the game from your living room couch or hosting a soiree from the back of your…
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Outdoor Entertaining Etiquette Tips
Celebrate the new season by tossing open your back door and inviting friends over to visit. The theme is…
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How to Bug Proof Your Outdoor Party
The weather is changing, temperatures are dropping slightly, and soon fall will be right around the corner. You may be…
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Common Dinner Party Etiquette Mistakes
When you accept a friend’s invitation to dinner, you take on a certain responsibility to be a good guest. Previously…
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Easter Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | House and Home | Lifestyle | Lifestyle Etiquette | Party Etiquette
Easter Table Inspiration from The Preppy Hostess
Molly Shapiro is an On-Air Culinary and Entertaining Expert. I have always admired her lovely blog, unique flair and delicious…
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Addressing Awkward Holiday Party Dilemmas
The holidays are full of good tidings and joy, however, they also are a perfect opportunity to encounter a checklist…
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Holiday Etiquette: Tips for Being a Good Guest or Host
There is a sense of order and comfort when you know what to expect from a host and guest’s perspective….
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How to Care for Your Holiday Silver
It’s time to prepare your home for the influx of seasonal guests. One of the things on your list should…
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How to Host an Allergy-Free Kids Halloween Party
Children (and adults) don’t want to be isolated or have their allergy pointed out, but safety is always top of…
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5 Ways to Have a Safe and Allergy-Free Halloween
The month of October is filled with sweet treats and Halloween decor, but if you have children with food allergies,…
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How to Host a Football Tailgate Party
Whether you are celebrating in a parking lot, or inviting people over to enjoy the game at your home, it’s…
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Hosting a Last Minute Labor Day Party
Labor Day weekend marks the beginning of a new school year and welcomes the upcoming fall season. It’s time to…
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Tea Etiquette for the Birthday Boy
Do you have a special friend who is having a birthday and looking for an alternative to the traditional birthday…
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The Ultimate Cheat Sheet to a New Year’s Eve Toast
Minutes before the final countdown to 2017 people will be cheerfully holding their champagne glasses in the air, anticipating a…
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Paws and Pours
Ready for a charming and unique spin on the holiday party? Host a gathering of your favorite friends and their…
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Cocktail Napkin Etiquette: Summer Entertaining
One of my favorite indulgences is pretty cocktail napkins. They add an elevated feel to any occasion, especially when they…
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How to Throw a Surprise Party for a Friend
Your best friend’s birthday is coming up, and you want to throw her a surprise party she’ll always remember. It’s such a great…
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How to Be the Perfect Holiday Guest: Etiquette Quiz
With the holidays in full swing, there is no better reason, or season, to spend time with friends and family….
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Holiday Dinner Party Checklist
People often shy away from inviting friends over for a dinner party because they feel overwhelmed with the planning process…
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Father's Day Etiquette | Gift Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | House and Home | Lifestyle | Marriage Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Planning the Perfect Father’s Day Brunch
When Father’s Day rolls around, I routinely receive feedback from dads who often protest, “Moms get all the love on…
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Graduation Etiquette: Announcement Versus Invitation
Soon to be graduates and their family are pressed for time, scurrying to address every detail of this exciting occasion….
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Hosting a Kentucky Derby Party
Whether you are planning a trip to Louisville, Kentucky this weekend, or staying back and wearing a Derby-inspired outfit, here are…
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Kentucky Derby Trivia Quiz
Are you ready to have a little horse fun? May 2nd is the Kentucky Derby. Can you answer the trivia…
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Super Bowl Party Etiquette
Super Bowl is this Sunday and you are most likely hosting or attending a football bash. Here are a few…
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Dining Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | House and Home | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Holiday Etiquette: How to Host a Party in a Small Space
Do you ever feel like your humble abode may be too cramped for entertaining? Living in a small…
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A Girlfriends’ Gathering
Meeting friends after work for a quick happy hour can be fun, but having an after work gathering can be…
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Tailgate Etiquette: Touchdown Tailgate Tips
Football season is upon us. Thanks to cooler weather, good food, drinks, and exciting games, tailgating is a great way…
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Dining Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Toasting Etiquette
Dining Etiquette: What Do You Do If It Rains?
I recently hosted an evening dinner party where the meal and entertainment were to take place outside. An hour before…
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Eight Festive 4th of July Pool Party Ideas
The 4th of July is the perfect time to invite friends and family over for a backyard pool party. Whether you…
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Party Host Etiquette: Entertaining with Style
Throwing a dinner party is so much fun! A stylish host knows how to entertain her guests and still enjoy her…
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Office Etiquette: Dos and Don’ts of the Company Picnic
I know of a business that held their annual picnic in the heat of summer, using it as a company…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Gift Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Wedding Etiquette
Wedding Etiquette: Commonly Asked Questions: Part II
Question: “Hi Diane. My husband and I are invited to a “Texas Black Tie” Wedding. We are not sure what appropriate…
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Business Etiquette | Career | Office Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Business Etiquette: Birthday and Other Office Celebrations
Working in an office includes sharing birthdays and other special events with your boss and coworkers. Joyful attitudes can quickly…
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Baby Etiquette | Guest Etiquette Blogs | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Baby Shower Etiquette
Baby showers are a wonderful way for friends and family to come together to celebrate an upcoming birth, and honor…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Events | Facebook Etiquette | Greeting Card Etiquette | Invitation Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Stationery Etiquette
Ask the Etiquette Expert: Invitation Etiquette
Is a handwritten invitation the best choice for special events? A handwritten invitation is always the most personal form of…
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Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Etiquette Friends | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Valentine's Day Etiquette
Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Your Girlfriends
February 14th is traditionally marketed for celebrating love and romance, but don’t forget your girlfriends who deserve some attention too. Get inspired with these…
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Super Bowl Party Ideas for Décor & Menu
Super Bowl is only a few days away and the perfect excuse to throw a party. The invitations have been…
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Cell Phone Etiquette | Lifestyle | Mobile Manners / Cell Phone Manners | Party Etiquette | Technology Etiquette | Wedding Etiquette
Social Media Etiquette at Weddings and Special Events
It’s not uncommon for wedding pictures to end up on other people’s social media pages before the bride and groom…
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Holiday Etiquette | Kissing Etiquette | Lifestyle | New Year's Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
New Year’s Eve Kissing Etiquette
Kissing in general is a touchy subject! Do I kiss on a first date? (Go ahead!) Should I kiss and…
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Toasting Etiquette – A Brief History
When you raise your glass at midnight this New Year’s Eve to toast the success of 2013, as well as…
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Are You a Holiday Scrooge?
I recently attended a holiday dinner party where the host encouraged her guests to share their favorite part of the…
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Holiday Etiquette | Lifestyle | New Year's Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Holiday Party Etiquette: Definition of “Black Tie”
It’s that time of year again…when men and women start to panic, asking, “What do they mean by Black Tie?”…
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Christmas Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Invitation Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Tips for a Flawless Holiday Party
From invitations to decorations, I have put together a few of my favorite pins for throwing a holiday party. This…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Friendship Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Thanksgiving Etiquette
Holiday Etiquette: Hostess Gifts, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly
As plans for cocktail parties and holiday dinners begin to take shape, it’s not too early to give some thought…
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Halloween Trick or Treat Etiquette (For the Adults)
If you will be Trick or Treating with your kids this Halloween, set a good example by observing the following…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Business Etiquette | Career | Etiquette Friends | Lifestyle | Office Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Q & A: How to Handle Embarrassing Situations
From pungent co-workers to self-proclaimed wine snobs, here is my latest installment of Q & A’s from our readers about…
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Dining Etiquette | Events | Holiday Etiquette | House and Home | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Toasting Etiquette
Inspiration for a Festive Fall Luncheon
It’s officially Fall and time to start celebrating the new season. What better way than by planning a luncheon to catch…
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College Etiquette | Events | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Lifestyle | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Super Bowl Etiquette | University Etiquette
Tailgate Party Tips
NFL football season kicks off this weekend and football festivities are in full swing. Many people, including myself, are planning…
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Children's Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Guest Etiquette Blogs | House and Home | Party Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Pet Etiquette: Etiquette Tips for Pet Owners
If you’re a pet lover, you are no doubt captivated by your dog or cat’s many unique charms. We can…
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Business Etiquette | Cell Phone Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Dining Etiquette | Events | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Gift Etiquette | Guest Etiquette Blogs | Mobile Manners / Cell Phone Manners | Networking Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Phone Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Uncategorized | University Etiquette
Afternoon Tea Party Etiquette
This past weekend I had the pleasure of attending a “Sip and See Afternoon Tea in Honor of His Royal…
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Business Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Relationship Etiquette | University Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Mannerly Tips on How to Accept a Compliment
Have you ever given someone a compliment, such as, “You did a great job on that project!” only to get…
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Ask the Etiquette Expert | Business Etiquette | Children's Etiquette | College Etiquette | Dining Etiquette | Events | Friendship Etiquette | General Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Miscellaneous | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | University Etiquette | Workplace Etiquette
Ice Cream Etiquette
In honor of National Ice Cream Month, I thought I’d share a few “hot” tips on the fun and friendly…
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Fashion Etiquette | General Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette | Uncategorized | Wedding Etiquette
Can I Wear Black to a Wedding?
It’s wedding season and I have received multiple emails from women asking “Can I wear black to a wedding?”. Here…
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Body Language Etiquette | Business Etiquette | Dating and Friendship Etiquette | Dining Etiquette | General Etiquette | Internship Etiquette | Interview Etiquette | Job Interview Etiquette | Networking Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Phone Etiquette | Travel Etiquette | Uncategorized | Workplace Etiquette
Conversation Etiquette: Being a Good Conversationalist
It’s not easy to discuss your strengths without coming across as a boaster or bragger. But being a good conversationalist…
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What Your Holiday Office Party Manners Say About You
You already know that attending the office holiday party is a nonnegotiable “do,” but have you thought about the message…
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Events | Holiday Etiquette | Invitation Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Invitation Etiquette
From an elegant paper invitation to a quick and easy digital evite, the way you extend an invitation sends a…
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Business Etiquette | Holiday Etiquette | Office Etiquette | Party Etiquette | Special Events and Holidays Etiquette
Halloween Office Party Etiquette
Is your office planning a Halloween party or Fall celebration? Before you go costume shopping or start baking sweet delights,…
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Holiday Etiquette: Fourth of July Fireworks
Lighting fireworks is an expected festivity when many of us celebrate our country’s independence. This Fourth of July, if you…
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Honor a Soldier This Memorial Day
If you are planning on hosting a Memorial Day celebration, cook-out or pool party, there are many creative ways to…
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Easter Etiquette for the Host and Guest
The Easter Bunny is fast approaching and what could be more fun than having an Easter party to welcome the…
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Political Etiquette: 10 Etiquette tips on Talking Politics
The art of small talk typically involves staying away from potentially charged topics like politics and religion; instead focusing on…
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Etiquette Tips for Hosting a Super Bowl Party
Super Bowl 2012 is just around the corner! If you are an avid football fan, you may already be counting…
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