Holiday Party Manners For Guests

The holiday party season is upon us! Follow these 12 manners to ensure you are on top of your party guest politeness:

Party Guest Manner #1: Always RSVP when you receive an invitation that asks you to do so.

Party Guest Manner #2: Call if you are running more than 15 minutes late to a dinner party. For a cocktail party, call if you will be more than 30 minutes late.

Party Guest Manner #3: Greet the hosts and introduce yourself to other guests.

Party Guest Manner #4: Hold beverages in your left hand to free up your right hand for shaking.

Party Guest Manner #5: Place appetizers in your napkin or on your plate before putting them in your mouth.

Party Guest Manner #6: Hold red wine around the bowl of the glass.

Party Guest Manner #7: Hold white wine or champagne by the stem.

Party Guest Manner #8: Refrain from wandering to private areas of a home. If a door is closed, assume the room is off limits.

Party Guest Manner #9: Converse and mingle, be social.

Party Guest Manner #10: Limit phone calls and texts to emergencies or if you are coordinating plans with friends you are meeting that evening. Step outside the party to place a call.

Party Guest Manner #11: Place used glasses and plates on designated table or put them in the kitchen