Elegant Party Protocol
Many of us get invited to parties or have office functions but for the most part, most of us will not be invited to state receptions or official balls.
Mr. MacPherson did however give great advice on how to have excellent etiquette and how to handle important events.
* Be on time (of course): When it comes to important events, there is no such thing as “fashionably late”. Be a few minutes early if you will have to check your coat or if you don’t know exactly where to go.
* Do not lobby: An official event is not the time to lobby for your cause, no matter what cause it is. Use the event as a social time to get to know people, and contact your new connections on specific matters after the event is over.
* Never ask for more food: Asking for a second helping of something will draw unwanted attention. Large events are generally planned down to the minute. By asking for more food you may upset the timing of a dinner, and insult your host or hostess.
And last but certainly not least…..