Category Archives: Wedding Etiquette

When To Mail Wedding Invitations

Posted on May 23, 2008 by Sandy Hyde

Wedding invitations should be mailed six weeks before the wedding.  If there will be a significant number of out-of-town guests, or the wedding is being held over a holiday weekend, mail the invitations eight weeks in advance to allow guests … Continue reading →

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Wedding Etiquette – Broken Engagements

Posted on May 2, 2008 by Sandy Hyde

If an engagement is broken, any wedding gifts received should be returned to the sender with a brief note of explanation. Dear Mr. and Mrs. Smith, I regretfully inform you my engagement to Brian Adams has been broken.  I am … Continue reading →

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On What Side Do You Wear A Corsage or Boutonniere?

Posted on April 25, 2008 by Sandy Hyde

A corsage or boutonniere is always worn on the left.

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Sending Wedding Gifts

Posted on January 23, 2008 by Sandy Hyde

If you wish to give a wedding couple a gift, it is most appropriate to send the gift to the home of the bride or bride’s parents before the wedding rather than bringing the gift to the wedding. This etiquette … Continue reading →

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How to Handle Unanswered RSVPs

Posted on January 2, 2008 by Sandy Hyde

One of the worst social or business etiquette blunders is not answering an RSVP.  The person who sent the invitation needs to know how many people to plan for. What should you do if you sent invitations with an RSVP … Continue reading →

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Re-gifting

Posted on December 19, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

We give gifts because we value our relationships with family, friends, co-workers and acquaintances who help us throughout the year. A gift shows our appreciation and/or love and brings joy and pleasure to the recipient. The act of giving a … Continue reading →

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Receiving Unwanted Gifts

Posted on December 18, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

It’s the time of year for exchanging gifts.  Hopefully, you’ll receive gifts you can use and enjoy. Unfortunately, we’ve all received the occasional gift that makes us wonder, “What were they thinking? Here are a few helpful tips to handle … Continue reading →

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Toasting for Non-Drinkers

Posted on December 12, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

Toasting is very common at holiday celebrations, weddings, and social office gatherings. To participate in a toast, you do not have to drink alcohol. What matters is having a beverage glass to raise and sip from.  No one will notice … Continue reading →

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Ballroom Dance Etiquette – Getting on the Dance Floor

Posted on October 2, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

After two people have agreed to share a dance, the gentleman escorts the lady to the dance floor. If the walkway is narrow or cluttered with chairs and tables, the gentleman walks ahead of the lady to ensure a safe … Continue reading →

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Ballroom Dance Etiquette – Applauding the Band

Posted on October 1, 2007 by Sandy Hyde

It is appropriate to applaud the band or orchestra at the completion of each musical arrangement or song. The applause communicates your appreciation for their music. Simply stop, face the band, and applaud. You should then thank your partner for … Continue reading →

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