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Monthly Archives: April 2008
How To Handle A Greeting When An Incorrect Name Is Used
My first name is Sandy. Occasionally, someone will greet me using an incorrect name such as Mandy or Candy. Either they incorrectly heard my name when we were initially introduced, or they were pretty close at remembering it. When someone … Continue reading
When A Gentleman And A Lady Walk Together…
Traditionally, when a gentleman and a lady walk together down a street, the gentleman walks on the outside or curb side of the sidewalk. When a couple is walking somewhere other than on a sidewalk, the gentleman always walks on … Continue reading
Posted in Dating Etiquette, Etiquette Tips, Social Etiquette
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Dining Etiquette – When Is It Appropriate To Begin Eating?
Proper etiquette is to wait until your host or hostess has taken the first bite of their meal before you begin eating. This etiquette rule dates back to a time period before food was refrigerated. The host or hostess would … Continue reading
On What Side Do You Wear A Corsage or Boutonniere?
A corsage or boutonniere is always worn on the left.
Posted in Etiquette Tips, Prom Etiquette, Social Etiquette, Wedding Etiquette
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Dining Etiquette – The Role of the Napkin
The napkin has several roles when used during a formal dinner. 1) When the host or hostess places the napkin on her lap, the meal has begun. Guests should also place their napkin on their lap at this time. 2) … Continue reading
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Attire – Flip Flops
Flip flops, which are flat rubber thonged sandals, are summer casual beachwear. They are meant to be worn at the beach with swim wear or worn casually with shorts. They are also frequently seen in locker room showers. Never ever … Continue reading
Funeral Etiquette – Attire For Pallbearers
If you have been asked to perform the honorable duties of a pallbearer in a civil funeral ceremony, you should wear a dark suit and tie. Ladies should also wear a dark suit if performing these duties. Shoes should also … Continue reading
How to Help Others Remember Names After Introductions
As hard as we try, it is sometimes difficult to remember names after introductions. It is even more difficult to remember names when introductions have been made in a group setting. If you are the person who made the introductions … Continue reading
Spitting in Public
It’s a shame I even have to write about this topic. I am totally disgusted by it and my sensitive stomach can hardly stand the thought of it. Unfortunately, due to numerous sitings in the course of one day, I … Continue reading
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How To Eat Soup – Dining Etiquette
Without getting fancy or technical about types of soups or soup bowls, here are the basics of eating soup: 1) Use the soup spoon located on the outer, far right of your place setting. In casual dining situations, the spoon … Continue reading
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