Memorial Day Etiquette
Memorial Day Etiquette Tip: Question-What can I do to honor our military service men and women on Memorial Day? Answer-At 3:00 p.m., local time, pause for one-minute of silence.
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New Year’s Eve Toasting Etiquette
I’m a big fan of toasting. If you have ever dined with me then you know that I believe there is always something to celebrate. Besides, toasts can make any occasion special. Why be ordinary when you can be extraordinary? With that being said, there are a few etiquette guidelines that you should follow. The […]
Holiday Thank You Note Etiquette
December 26th is National Thank You Note Day. Saying “thank you” is one of the most important things you can do. It acknowledges appreciation for a kindness, whether it is a gift or an action. Sending a handwritten note of thanks reciprocates the thoughtfulness. The message doesn’t have to be long. Here are the steps: […]
Holiday Hostess & Guest Etiquette
Can you believe that Thanksgiving is next week? I know I can’t! As the song goes “It’s the most wonderful time of the year. There’ll be parties for hosting…” that means we must brush up on our hostess and guest etiquette. Hostess Etiquette: Extend invitations early. Introduce guests to each other upon their arrival. Dress […]
Social Graces During the Holidays-Learn How to be an Elegant Lady or Gentleman
The Holidays are Quickly Approaching Why not learn a few social etiquette tips to get you through the season? You will Learn: Social Graces How to Navigate a Table Setting How to Carry a Plate & Glass in Your Left Hand While Shaking with the Right Proper Introductions Appropriate Topics of Conversation Restaurant Etiquette Entertaining […]
Women’s History Month-Always Appropriate Honors Co-Owner Grace Gourdine
The Incomparable Grace Gourdine Always Appropriate: Image & Etiquette Consulting is proud to kickoff Women’s History Month by honoring its co-owner Grace Gourdine. Family members call her “Gracie”, while friends call her “Amazing Grace”, however, I have the privilege of calling her “my mommy.” I know everyone says that the Black Panther is the first […]
Choosing the Perfect Valentine’s Day Card Your Loved One Will Cherish Forever
Everyone knows that I love sending cards to people. Not e-cards, but rather the old-fashioned greeting cards that you receive in the mail. Every day when I go to my mailbox I’m barraged with bills, magazines that I never read, and junk mail. My particular pet peeve is receiving discount offers from auto-insurance companies. I’m […]
Celebrate the Perfect Valentine’s Day! A Guide to Cards, Gifts & Dinner
Celebrate the Perfect Valentine’s Day! A Guide to Cards, Gifts & Dinner Valentine’s Day is a special day for lovers. Even if you show your special someone love and appreciation on other days, treat February 14th as a special day. Yes, it has become overly commercialized. But everyone is thinking about Valentine’s Day. It’s best […]
How the Meaning of Flowers Can Help You Find the Perfect Bouquet
Gentlemen, are you still pondering what flowers to give your Valentine? Always Appropriate can help you solve that problem!
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