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Our expectations change and evolve all the time.
As time passes and seasons change, so do etiquette customs and questions. As time moves on and new situations arise, etiquette evolves. It's an ongoing process. Here, we keep track of the seasonal shifts and new and emerging manners so you can stay informed.
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Email Etiquette Dos & Don’ts
Although technology is ever-changing, basic rules of etiquette still apply. Courteous email communication…
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Sympathy Notes and Letters
Because sympathy notes and letters are too personal to follow a set form, one simple rule can guide you:…
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Magic Words in American Sign Language (ASL)
Using signs is a great way to introduce or reinforce basic concepts such as "please," "thank you," "You're…
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Avoid Political Pitfalls
Keeping a conversation from escalating into a disagreement or worse is essential to civil conversation,…
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Zoom Etiquette: Tips for Better Video Conferences
With the increasing prevalence of working remotely, it’s important to learn how to be a good Zoom host…
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The Etiquette of Social Distancing During the COVID-19 Pandemic
We are months into life in the age of COVID-19 and it’s getting more complicated. Right as many of us…
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Black Tie Dress Code
Black tie attire is slightly less formal than white tie, but it is more formal than business attire.…
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#WFH Working From Home
Working from home can seem like everyone's dream. No commute, mild chores getting done, the dog/cat/python…
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Addressing a Former President of the United States
When addressing a former President of the United States in a formal setting, the correct form is “Mr.…
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Lizzie Post's Favorite Chocolate Cake Recipe
Lizzie Post's Favorite Chocolate Cake Recipe - nothing fancy, just delicious.
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Pandemic Wedding Etiquette
With many questions and concerns during unprecedented uncertainty couples around the world are struggling…
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Post Pandemic Etiquette
As the world opens back up how do we handle socializing when we've been out of practice? The answer is…
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Informal Wedding Invitation Wording
Informal wedding invitation wording is a chance for couples to reflect their own personal style. Not…
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No Gifts, Please
There is nothing my fiancé and I need. I read that it isn't appropriate to print "no gifts, please" on…
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Choosing Your Wedding Invitation Style
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When a Guest's RSVP Includes Uninvited Children
Friends returned their reply card with their children's names written in. I'm not having children at…
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Inviting an Ex to the Wedding
My fiancé is friendly with an ex-girlfriend and wants to invite her to the wedding. I'd prefer it if…
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Wedding Invitation Dos and Don'ts
A wedding invitation is one of the most important and treasured invitations sent or received. These tips…
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Addressing & Sending Wedding Invitations
Opening a classic wedding invitation is unlike opening any other piece of mail. Much care goes into addressing…
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Samples of Formal Wedding Invitation Wording
The wording of formal wedding invitations may vary depending on who is hosting the wedding. Here are…
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Formal Wedding Invitation Wording
If you are looking for the traditional wedding invitation wording your mother or grandmother would have…
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Wedding Invitation Replies
A guest’s first duty is to respond promptly to any wedding invitation. Check your schedule and consult…
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How to Word a Wedding Response Card
Response or reply cards are included with a wedding invitation to give you an accurate guest count for…
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How to Handle Missing or Extra RSVPs
Several of our friends have not responded to our wedding invitations. Plus, some who have responded have…
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Inviting Out-of-Towners to the Rehearsal Dinner
Is it necessary to invite all out-of-towner guests to the rehearsal dinner? We have so many I fear the…
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