Memorial Day Etiquette

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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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Happy Valentine’s Day

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New Year’s Eve Toasting Etiquette

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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 […]

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Holiday Thank You Note Etiquette

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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: […]

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Holiday Hostess & Guest Etiquette

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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 […]

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Social Graces During the Holidays-Learn How to be an Elegant Lady or Gentleman

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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 […]

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Women’s History Month-Always Appropriate Honors Co-Owner Grace Gourdine

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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 […]

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Choosing the Perfect Valentine’s Day Card Your Loved One Will Cherish Forever

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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 […]

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Celebrate the Perfect Valentine’s Day! A Guide to Cards, Gifts & Dinner

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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 […]

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How the Meaning of Flowers Can Help You Find the Perfect Bouquet

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Gentlemen, are you still pondering what flowers to give your Valentine? Always Appropriate can help you solve that problem!

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