I've never been to a REAL company christmas party before, I am little nervous since it's for my fiance's company. I don't want to do anything inappropriate or appear to not have proper etiquette. Any tips on what I should expect or adivce on what I should do when I get there?
2006-11-28 04:11:49 · 21 answers · asked by xtraluvly03 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Hun - Dress very nicely, but not too sexy. Speak to everyone and do not drink too much. Go home with whoever brought you. Just be nice and professional. Have fun. GBU
2006-11-28 04:38:59 · answer #1 · answered by Dust in the Wind 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some holiday parties can be pretty formal and dressy- maybe you can judge this by where it's being held or if it's a day or evening party, but if you aren't sure, have him find out for you. You don't want to be overdressed- or worse, dressed too casually. I'd just go for an understated, conservative approach- and don't have more than a glass or two of wine, or alcohol- even if you can "handle" it, some people may be watching and judge you harshly. And try not to get caught up in gossip of any kind- it can be hard to know how office flow charts work and who reports to who- it can get complicated, and messy! Have fun :)
2006-11-28 04:18:36 · answer #2 · answered by GEEGEE 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dress modestly, keep alcohol consumption to a minimum, eat lightly.. Be polite and friendly, be prepared to shake hands with the bosses, make chit chat with everyone, regardless of their ranking in the company. Make it a point to speak to his immediate bosses, and those people who work directly with, and for your husband, like his secretary. Do not gossip.
Be sure and thank the hosts before you leave, and send a thank you note later, about the good time, good food you had.
I do not want to put undo pressure on you, but it is the corporate way to judge spouses, and what you say and do could affect your husband's mobility in the company. Just be yourself, be calm, practice good manners,smile, and you will be fine.
2006-11-28 07:51:09 · answer #3 · answered by riversconfluence 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dress nicely. Meet people. Have fun. Stay by your fiance and let him/her introduce you around.
Keep the drinking to a minimum. Loud drunks at company Christmas parties are really not appreciated!!
Have FUN!!
2006-11-28 04:16:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Act the way you would act if your mother or grandmother was watching/grading your behavior. DO NOT drink excessively. DO NOT wear anything low cut or revealing. Avoid controversial conversations and just smile a lot. :) You will have fun. Because remember, your man's boss will be watching him (his behavior) and when they see how well behaved you both are, hey will respect him more (could even land him a promotion). HAVE FUN!
2006-12-01 05:34:22 · answer #5 · answered by Mimi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to start a survey within your company, so you DON"T offend anybody with YOUR game plan of Christmas Party.
Preventation of an inappropriate situation is better than it's cure.
2006-11-28 04:17:29 · answer #6 · answered by honker 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-11-27 19:07:36 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't drink too much or at all. Do enjoy yourself. Do dress appropriately. Don't discuss his personal rantings to coworkers...infact, act you don't really know anything about them, esp. if your fiance HATES them.
Dance, converse, and only stay for 2 hours and arrive 1 hour atleast after it starts.
2006-11-28 04:15:06 · answer #8 · answered by Lotus Phoenix 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the type of people and what kind of party it is. Some have an open bar and dancing and some are conservative. You will have to ask your hubby!
2006-11-28 04:39:13 · answer #9 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't drink too much liquor or else u will be talked about for weeks to come in the office.
make sure u look your best, because otherwise u will be talked about in the office for weeks to come.
be friendly with everyone. don't become too familiar with them. they will ask u tons of questions, just like i said don't give out too much information because what u say will be brought back to the office.
2006-11-28 04:22:32 · answer #10 · answered by Miki 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋