Etiquette

Etiquette

Get top etiquette tips and how-to info on being the perfect modern host and guest.

Halloween collage with candy corn, envelope with cat eyes, bat, ghost, laughing mouths, and a witch party invite.

Ready to get spooky? Here are 30+ fun ways to word your Halloween invitations

Check out these tips and ideas for clever ways to word your Halloween party invitations.

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How long do you have to stay at a party?

Is it time to go yet? Check out this practical guest guide tip for attending parties.

Red Hanukkah candles in a silver menorah resting on a Hebrew script parchment.

Guide to Hanukkah candle-lighting readings

Get prepared for the candle-lighting ritual that is sure to be a part of your Hanukkah celebration.

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Cheers! The dos and don’ts of giving a toast

Does the thought of giving a toast turn your knees weak? Ease your nerves with our top 10 dos and don'ts.

Three people celebrating with confetti, drinks, and party blowers, smiling and having fun together.

Surprise party etiquette

Don't ruin the surprise (or create an unintended one)! Here's our advice on hosting and being a guest at a surprise party.

Group of friends clinking glasses with cocktails and straws in a lively bar setting.

How late is too late to arrive to a party?

When is it okay to be fashionably late to a party? We'll fill you in.

Stack of Pampers Swaddlers diaper boxes next to a diaper raffle setup with stuffed toys and tickets.

How to host a diaper raffle

Throw a diaper raffle for the parents-to-be with this step-by-step how-to.

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How long should a party run?

No two parties are alike, so knowing how long one should run is important when planning yours! Here's what we recommend.

2023 graduation invitation with photo of woman in cap and gown, confetti background, and brown envelope.

Here’s when to send your grad party invitations

Graduation season is one of the busiest times of the year, so play it smart. Find out when to send your graduation party invitations here!

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Creating the perfect guest list

How to put together a great guest list to ensure an amazing party.

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When you can—and can’t—bring an uninvited guest to a party

Want to bring an uninvited guest to a party but don't know how? We've got the answers!

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How to survive a party alone

Strike up a conversation and make new friends with these quick tips on how to enjoy going to a party alone.