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Grace’s Tip of the Day: The Importance of RSVP

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Always RSVP on time and hold to your answer!

Every invitation you receive will have an RSVP date. That date is your deadline for when you must tell the host/ hostess whether or not you will be able to attend their event. RSVP is an acronym for a French phrase but the English translation is “please reply”. Your answer is vital to the host’s planning. They will use the number of RSVP’s to determine how much food and drinks to provide as well as to prepare the location for the specified number of people. If you say you will be there, be there! You will look rude and disrespectful backing out on your commitment.

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This entry was posted on February 19th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Being A Guest

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Always offer to bring something to every party you attend. The host is making an effort and every guest must do the same.

Though some have said bringing flowers can be a burden to the host, who then must gather a vase during the soiree, others who have received flowers say…is there ever a bad time to get some beautifully scented buds?

If the host doesn’t need food or desserts brought you can always consider a nice bottle of wine, and if they are non-drinkers a non-alcoholic drink such as a sparkling fruit cocktail can be a wonderful addition to a meal. But remember, it’s always the thought that counts.

To save money look at flowers in bloom during this time of year, such as White Camellia’s shown on the right.

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This entry was posted on February 17th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: The Prepared Hostess

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Keep extra sheets & pillow cases handy just in case you have a visitor. Any good hostess must be ready for what (or who) might come her way.

This might seem like a silly tip but in all honesty things happen. A friend might drink a little too much and need to stay on your couch. Someone else might come to you in a time of need.

Having one spare set of sheets will not only make you feel more confident as a hostess, but more importantly, it will make your guest feel more comfortable and it will allow them to feel at home.

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This entry was posted on February 16th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Cheering up a Friend

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Flowers are always the best bet for cheering up your best friend’s day! Studies have proven that flowers improve a girls spirits more than any other present, that is except for maybe a ring!

All of us have our moments of frustration. If you notice a friend is in the slumps sometimes talking about it doesn’t help. Sending a note along with a bright bouquet will lift their mood considerably. Just because gifts are always the most surprising to receive and the most rewarding to give.

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This entry was posted on February 12th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Mothers and Laws

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Always include your future Mother-in-Law.  Don’t get along? Take her to lunch and get to know her. Remember, you don’t have to be best friends…just family.

So you might not be ready to take her dress shopping but asking your future Mother-in-Law to attend a friendly lunch or coffee can do wonders for your relationship. Get to know her; don’t be shy! She’s your hubby mama so try your best to get along! If you happen to know her too well and wish you didn’t just try to grin and bare it through the pre-wedding festivities and then give her some space once they are all through. If you do have your issues there is no reason to push it and make anything more tense.

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This entry was posted on February 10th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Effortless Hostessing

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When having a party it’s always nice to offer guests coffee in the late hours. It’s an inexpensive gesture that offers sophistication in even the most casual of get-togethers.

Have you ever seen an old movie where the couple in the film decide to get coffee in the middle of the night? They just came from a swanky cocktail party and then they decide to duck into a no frills diner to flirt without the bother of strangers. Well, asking your guests if they want a little mid-night pick-me-up can be an easy and sophisticated way to keep the party going. That little boost of energy can go a long way on the dance floor. Cocktails and coffee? There is nothing more chic!

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This entry was posted on February 9th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Stillettos vs. Bare Toes?

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Where shoes during your reception! Who knows where that floor has been! If you absolutely must where stilletos down the aisle simply bring a comfortable pair of shoes to change in to before you dance.

Every wedding I attend, I see, to my dismay, women of all ages running around and dancing with out their shoes. We can’t shop without our shoes on, we can’t go grocery shopping without our shoes on, we can’t even order fast food without our shoes on, so why is it that ladies get all dressed up and then take off their shoes? If you are over 8 years old, you have to keep them on.

Alas! You don’t have to go barefoot, girls! There is an old friend you may have forgotten: the flat.

Don’t wear heels if you can’t, flats come in all styles that will fit any wardrobe. If you can’t go without your tallest heels, then bring a pair of flats or sandals to wear towards the end of the evening.

It doesn’t matter how beautiful your pedi is, why get all dressed up just to run around with bare feet?

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This entry was posted on February 8th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day: Wedding Reality

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While planning your wedding budget stay within your financial means and figure out what you and your fiance or you and your family can actually spend.

Weddings can be expensive. We at Proposal use the word ‘can’ because we know that there are ways to have beautiful events at reasonable prices. The two biggest factors: limiting your guest list and limiting alcohol. It is also important not to get too swayed by unnecessary expenses such as over priced flowers, designer gowns and extras like photo booths. To quote the ‘Etiquette Book’ by Virginia Sydney Hale, “If the young couple are in modest circumstances, nothing could be more foolish than to prepare for a wedding on a scale that is all out of keeping with their financial standing.” Though her book was written in 1923 that advice still stands true today. Don’t start out your life together with wedding debt!

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This entry was posted on February 5th, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day

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Avoid spray tanning before work.

This might seem like common knowledge, but it is often done, just ask Snookie. Do not get a spray tan the same day that you are working; you will get darker slowly throughout the day and you don’t need a co-worker or boss asking you if you have some sort of Oompa Loompa disease. Unless you work at a tanning salon keep your tanning practices discreet.

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This entry was posted on February 3rd, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.

Grace’s Tip of the Day

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Don’t be a bridesmaid nazi!

Okay, so we get that you want everything perfect. But what can be more perfect than having your best friends surrounding you with love and support on one of your most special days? So many Brides create guidelines that dictate how their bridesmaids should wear their hair, shoes, make-up and even nails! What’s so perfect about french tip manicures anyway? Brides, please think of your girlfriends during the planning process. Turning into a “bridesmaid nazi” will only cause much unneeded stress to you and your friends. You love your girls for who they are so let them be themselves and just enjoy your day!

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This entry was posted on February 2nd, 2010 under social grace, tip of the day.