Category Archives: Etiquette Tips

Country Club Attire

Dress codes vary amongst country clubs.  Some clubs require traditional, conservative attire, while other clubs are more relaxed with their dress requirements.  Dress codes will also vary within the club depending on where you are at the facility.   The dress … Continue reading

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Restaurant Reservations

If you don’t want to end up on a restaurant’s ‘black list’, you may want to follow these rules. Always be polite when making the reservation. Call the day of the reservation to confirm and eliminate any last minute surprises.Some … Continue reading

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Unanswered RSVPs

If you have sent an invitation with an RSVP and have not received a response by the requested date, it is most appropriate to contact the recipient to follow up. In most instances, the recipient forgot to respond.  However, it … Continue reading

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Check Your Attitude Before Your Interview

Recent graduates are looking for employment and the competition is stiff in this tough economy.  New grads are competing not only against other grads, but seasoned employees who have lost their jobs due to downsizing. Something a recent graduate can … Continue reading

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Compliment Your Prom Date

A great deal of time is devoted to the planning of a high school prom.  In addition to the decorations and ticket sales, the attire worn to the prom is probably the most time consuming and the most personally sensitive … Continue reading

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Is a Receiving Line Necessary? – Wedding Etiquette

Many wedding couples dread the tedious receiving line and frequently ask if it is necessary to have one. The purpose of a receiving line is to greet your guests and make appropriate introductions of new family members.  If your wedding … Continue reading

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He Ordered a Pizza During the Funeral!

In previous posts, I have emphasized the importance of turning cell phones off so they don’t ring during a funeral.  I did not, however, discuss the inappropriateness of placing a call on a cell phone during a funeral.  I didn’t … Continue reading

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Tea Bags and Tea Pots

Tea should be steeped in a pot until it reaches its desired strength and then poured into individual cups. A question I frequently hear when a restaurant server brings a small pot of water and a tea cup to the … Continue reading

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Cocktail Napkins

A cocktail napkin is a small napkin usually made of paper but may be linen for more formal events.  It is used to prevent drips from a glass and make holding a cold drink more pleasant so the condensation from … Continue reading

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Should the Ring Be Returned if the Engagement is Broken?

If the woman breaks the engagement, she should return the engagement ring to her ex-fiance. If the man breaks the engagement, the woman may keep the ring.  However, she may want to return the ring so it doesn’t remain a … Continue reading

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