Jokes, conversation, what's taboo, what's not, how do I greet the spouses, how do I introduce mine, what do I talk about, etc.?
2006-12-14 12:20:43 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Keep the greetings simple, "Hello _____, pleased to meet you". If you know anything about the wife, children, interests, etc. you could inquire about them in conversation.
Simply introduce your wife, "_______, I'd like you to meet my wife, _______".
Watch out for the jokes, make sure they're clean, without prejudice and appropriate for mixed company. You never know who's listening.
Don't drink too much!
A nice hostess gift is a thoughtful gesture, maybe a nice bottle of red wine.
Dress appropriately.
Have fun & Merry Christmas!
2006-12-14 12:33:35 · answer #1 · answered by leslie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the time to pull out the Emily Post - Dress as you would for a nice restaurant nice male: slacks and a crisp shirt or if they stated it was casual a polo or nice sweater over a collared shirt . Female: Dress that covers shoulders with a rounded or squared neckline the hem should fall just below the knees (nothing short or plunging) or dress slacks and a silky top a cashmere or other fine quality sweater set would also be approriate. Keep conversation nonpartisan - stick to safe topics - weather-family-holiday traditions. Have only 2 alcoholic drinks - never over indulge. Compliment the host/hostess on their home and decour - thank them graciously for opening it for the occasion. Greet spouses as they are introduced if you are given a first name repeat it when shaking hands and remember to use it when conversing or departing. Remember your P's and Q's and never talk with your mouth full. Have fun and enjoy yourself, be sure to send a polite thank you card within a few days to show your hosts you had a lovely time. Manners are always noted and appreciated especially at review time. Good Luck!
2006-12-14 12:51:59 · answer #2 · answered by Walking on Sunshine 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No jokes.
No swearing
Don't try to be funny
Be cheerful
Don't drink too much or talk with your mouth full.
Smile a lot
Stick close to your spouse
"How do you do...My pleasure or so nice to meet you"
I'd like you to meet my better half _____"
Listen intently to whoever is talking.
Ask about the kids and what is big on Santa's list this year.
Go with the flow of whatever conversation is going on.
Don't be difficult or act opinionated.
Enjoy yourself...admire the tree and decorations and little details that someone bothered to put together.
Try the h'orderves...don't spit anything out you don't like...find a napkin and be discreet.
Dress plain, simply and comfortably.
2006-12-14 12:33:38 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
mingle, don't add info about subjects you aren't sure of. Introduce you wife by saying,' Mr Smith (or Mrs Smith), I'd like you to meet my wife, Mary. She is a ( lawyer) at ( theDA's office) You greet the spouses by shaking hands and if you kinow something good about them say'I've been told you are exceptionally good at(gardening)" Do NOT have more than 2 drinks, but keep a partially filled glass in your hand so you aren't offered more and above all be polite, therefore no off coloured jokes or anecdotes and don't laugh at ones someone else tells unles its yourboss, themn only laugh very shortly. Don't treat thestaff as servants, but say please and thankyou as if they were at least equals. I knew one guy who lost his job because he pigged out at the buffet line., so eat before hand if you think you will become hungry and if there is a buffet and only take small amounts. Other than that, have fun. but remember, they WILL be atching you and your behaviour could spell a promotion.
2006-12-14 12:33:51 · answer #4 · answered by judy_r8 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please don't wear a Santa hat and your reindeer shirt. Nice jacket, shirt open at the neck. Don't ask questions unless they are impersonal...... " What about those Houston Texans?Were all oars in the water when they opted not to draft Vince Young or Reggie Bush?" That one question alone will make you the conversation star of the evening.
2006-12-16 09:27:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I don't know, just thought it was funny.
2006-12-14 18:13:30 · answer #6 · answered by Psychic Sk8r 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-18 07:35:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remember to relax and speak when spoken to.
Don't give too much information and enjoy yourself. Bring someone with you so that you can have company.
2006-12-14 16:44:22 · answer #8 · answered by itsme 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anything sexual (conversation, clothing, jokes) is off limits. Don't have more than two or three drinks, and do not crack bad jokes.
Oh, but be yourself. lol
2006-12-14 12:22:28 · answer #9 · answered by Jennie Fabulous 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
introduce your self and your spouses and share you accomplishments ask about theres act intersested.
2006-12-14 12:24:35 · answer #10 · answered by creightonkristen 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋