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“The test of good manners is to be patient with the bad ones.”
Party Etiquette Required
Parties are fun events that we all love to attend. Parties can be formal, casual, in a home setting or at an outside venue, they can be a gathering among friends or a social event full of strangers. No matter what type of party you are attending knowing a few party etiquette rules will allow you to better enjoy yourself. [image source_type=”attachment_id” source_value=”744″ align=”right” size=”small”]
Follow These Simple Party Etiquette Rules To Make a Good Impression
Always have a smile and friendly demeanor
No long face, do not look bitter, unhappy or upset
Avoid looking stressed or uncomfortable, always remember people can tell if you appear too anxious
Say hello and introduce yourself to people that are standing next to you or not to far from you
Look around and find a person or group you can talk to or join in a conversation
If you are with people you know, make sure to include those people that seem alone or that are not talking with anyone
Introduce people that do not know each other
Extend your right hand for a handshake
A handshake should be firm, but not too strong
Always choose conversation topics that are light, nothing personal or embarrassing
Drink moderately [image source_type=”attachment_id” source_value=”745″ align=”right” size=”small”]
Do not get drunk
Do not make bad jokes
Do not talk badly about anyone
Compliment the host
Bring a gift if you are an invited guest to someone’s home
Serve yourself moderately at the buffet
Stand straight
Talk in an even tone
Bring a guest only if the invitation mentioned you can bring a guest
Do not stand to close to people when you talk
Do not stare at anyone
Mingle in a considerate manner, do not interrupt someone talking, finish the conversation and then excuse yourself and move on, you can say “excuse me but I just saw my friend arrive and look for me”, or “sorry to run but I am going to get a drink or something to eat” or “excuse me I just saw someone I want to say hello to”
Politely end a conversation (when you need to go or it is dragging), never hurt anyone’s feelings
Do not look bored
Be considerate and practice good manners
Do not talk on the phone or play on your iPhone looking uninterested in the party or with the people around you
Do not leave too early a house party
Do not overstay at a house party [image source_type=”attachment_id” source_value=”748″ align=”right” size=”small”]
Be helpful in a house party
Do not leave dirty plates, glasses anywhere
Say proper goodbye to host
Call the host the next day to thank her or you can even send a thank you note
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