2006-07-14 12:18:15 · 13 answers · asked by Alexander B 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Ask away. The person will want to know how big of crowd he is expecting. Maybe he will be glad for the variety! On the flip side he may not be able to accomodate that many people (lack of space, doesn't want that many people in his house, mean neighbors...) You should accept his/her answer - yes or no - gracefully. Also, if are bringing guests ask what you can do to contribute ie you can pitch in some money, bring food or drink - whatever. Lastly, I would make sure that you bring trustworthy people as your host does not know them and they will be representing you. My poor friend invited a heavy drinker to a party one time and this person ended up puking all over the bathroom! I guess there was quite an odor! My friend - since he invited him - ended up cleaning the bathroom and driving him home and is now somewhat embarrassed when ever he sees the host!
2006-07-14 13:33:24 · answer #1 · answered by Think.for.your.self 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely ask, but be prepared for either answer. Also, realize that if you ask and she says "no", if you then don't show up or run off very early to go hang with your other friends, that would be rude. I'd say this goes of any party, but ask if you can bring anything or chip in for anything also.
If it's a couple of friends and it's a big party, the host should probably be cool with it. The smaller the party, the harder it can be to accomodate last minute add ons.
2006-07-14 12:47:02 · answer #2 · answered by perseph1 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure you can ask. But if this invitation didn't have bring a guest. R.S.V.P always. I,wouldn't bring any more people than what she has accounted for. Food,drinks etc...all have to have a head count. So,if that extra person that she wasn't prepared for ate the food that was intended for this invited guess,I would be pissed off
2006-07-14 13:20:43 · answer #3 · answered by Dimples 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
all depends on how well you know the person thats throwing the gig is she quick to loose her marbles or does she go with the flow, but either way i'd offer to bring something if i was bringing additional guest its the right thing to do like a case of brew some wine or whatever
2006-07-14 12:24:01 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know them well, it's sure okay to ask. But it would also be a really good idea to offer to chip in a bit on the cost of refreshments or ask if you can bring anything.
2006-07-14 12:34:16 · answer #5 · answered by Rvn 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should definitely ask - don't just show up with folks uninvited and unannounced. And if it is out-of-town guests who are staying with you that you want to bring - if the host(ess) doesn't seem receptive to that idea - you should simply not go.
2006-07-14 16:45:39 · answer #6 · answered by ami 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course it's ok to ask. Just respect the answer.
2006-07-14 12:25:00 · answer #7 · answered by Mandalawind 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to be more specific in detailing the situation. . .if your dad is taking you out for dinner, asking a friend is fine . . .If your boss is doing the same thing. . .I'd say no.
2006-07-14 13:02:09 · answer #8 · answered by ThatGuy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, i had a terrible in my own wedding when i got 100 gatecrashers, i was so upset. pple shld ask b4 they bring their friends along with them.
2006-07-15 00:45:00 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes! if it's an invitation only party it's rude not to!
2006-07-14 12:22:47 · answer #10 · answered by blkrose65 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋