Etiquette Dos And Don’ts That'll Make You An Awesome Holiday Party Guest
Have you noticed that the pressure to make a holiday party fun is always pinned on the host? There are always two sides to a fabulous get-together – the host and the guest!
It’s easy to assume that, as a guest, all you need to do is show up to the party. While that’s true for the most part, you can up your guest game by following these etiquette rules to help make a party the best it can be.
Do send an RSVP.
If you’re invited to a party where confirmation of attendance is needed, there’s a good reason for it. Maybe the host is figuring out meals, shopping for the right amount of drinks, planning seating arrangements, or having giveaways in store.
They’ll only be able to do this if they have an accurate headcount. Be polite and help them accomplish this by sending your RSVP by the advised date, and if you have a change of plans, let them know to give them time to make necessary adjustments.
Don’t bring extra companions.
“The more, the merrier” isn’t always the case. It might be a non-issue if you’re heading to a casual hangout, but for more formal gatherings, be conscious of not bringing companions that aren’t on the guest list. A random person showing up might put your host in an awkward position. Don’t be that person that stresses the organizer!
Don’t outdo party hosts, OOTD-wise.
Hear us out on this one. It’s not that you must dress miserly. By all means, dress in outfits that make you look and feel your best! But even so, being a polite party-goer means dialing it down a little to allow your host to enjoy being the center of attention.
Allow them to have their moment in the spotlight because, after all, it’s their event that you’re attending. This isn’t a requirement by any means, but it is a show of etiquette on your part.
Do bring a token of thanks.
Part of the allure of parties is sitting back and enjoying a steady stream of goodies — food, drinks, all of the above. And as for your host, they’re happiest when they can satisfy guests precisely in this way.
Classy guests know that the exchange doesn’t end here. As a thank you for your host’s graciousness, come with a small gift when you arrive, or send them one soon after the party ends. The reciprocation will surprise them and bring a smile to their faces — a small gesture to thank them for their hard work.
Yup, manners still have their place in today’s modern world, and people who know how to show them will always be appreciated. By brushing up on your party guest manners, you not only relieve hosts of the burden of tending to guests, but allow them to enjoy the party, too!