can i go in jeans and a shirt?
2006-12-17 08:34:50 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
will i get a gift?
2006-12-17 08:35:12 · update #1
its a christian family
2006-12-17 08:43:24 · update #2
they are inviting me cuz i got no where to go for christmas
2006-12-17 08:48:53 · update #3
Yes, if you are going to someone's house for Christmas, you should bring a gift.
Nice food items are good (and everyone eats) -- you know, fancy nibblies, a small basket of little cheeses and fancy crackers and stuff, that sort of thing.
Or you could bring an ornament for their tree -- you could get one with the year on it, to sort of suggest this lovely gesture of having you over is worth commemorating.
It doesn't have to be a Big present, but a small token, since Christmas is a gift-giving holiday. Since you don't know them, something that everyone likes is a good idea.
If you know they drink, wine or a liquor.
But, as I say, everyone eats, so food (that they can either use for their guests that day, or save for another occasion) is always a safe gift.
No, you should dress a little nicer. Nicer pants and a nice shirt or sweater. You needn't dress up super fancy, but go up a notch from completely casual.
2006-12-17 10:34:42 · answer #1 · answered by tehabwa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless a holiday party invitation specifically states that it is casual, I always plan to dress up a little. As a previous poster stated, it's always better to be a little overdressed than under dressed. I'm not suggesting that you go in your best formal wear, but something a little nicer than jeans (good khaki's or dressier pants & shirt/sweater for a guy, dress pants/skirt and nice top for girls) would be safe.
It is always appropriate to bring a gift for the host or hostess who invited you. It doesn't have to be anything elaborate or expensive, could be some nice holiday chocolates, bottle of wine, or even some fresh flowers. However- if you bring them a gift of food or drink, do not expect it to be served at the party. It is just that- a gift for them- not something to be served to their party guests (unless they want to, of course!)
If you are wondering if there will be a gift exchange that you need to bring something to... invitations usually state that and will tell you what price range your gift should be in. If the invitation didn't state to bring a gift for a group exchange, you could ask someone that you know who is also invited, or ask the host when you RSVP.
2006-12-17 08:47:10 · answer #2 · answered by coolgrits77 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should take a nice household gift, even a nice bunch of flowers would be good. A bottle of wine, if they are wine drinkers, some munchies type food like cashews, etc. would be good too. The stores are full of that type of stuff in nice glass jars, tins, boxes, baskets that can be used after the munchies are gone. Jeans would be OK, but do you have a pair of khakis or nice casual/dress pants? That would probably be better. Also make sure the shirt is freshly laundered and pressed. Have a good time and you might want to take your drink of choice to the get together like your own beer, soda, etc.
2006-12-17 08:52:07 · answer #3 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask the host about how everyone will dress. If he says just wear anything call someone else who was invited and ask what they're wearing (to the party). Take a bottle of wine or something and have a couple of gifts in the car (pair of gloves, flashlight,1 woman gift, one man gift). If you see everyone bringing gifts, find out if you're giving to a man or woman and go discreetly get your gift. Merry Christmas!
2006-12-17 08:41:06 · answer #4 · answered by ♥Pretty♥ ♥Kitty♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily a "present", but a nice hostess gift would be thoughtful and appreciated. Maybe a nice bottle of wine or a poinsetta. I'd ask about the attire, though, we like to dress for dinner, at least nice slacks and shirt. Oh, and we usually do have a little something for invited guests.
Merry Christmas!
2006-12-17 08:40:40 · answer #5 · answered by leslie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Ask the host/hostess what the "dress" is- so you come dressed appropriately.
Bring a nice bottle of wine (red is always good).
You could also bring a plate of homemade cookies or treats, but I am guessing the host will have plenty of those.
You could take a host/hostess gift basket with you- one that may include fruit, candy, cheese or something like that.
2006-12-17 08:41:15 · answer #6 · answered by Malika 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask if if you need to wear formal attire. Bring a gift just in case and leave it in your car. If others start handing out presents, go get the one in your car. If not, don't do anything. Wine is always a safe gift.
2006-12-17 08:38:04 · answer #7 · answered by bebeeangeldust 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Just a nice hostess gift like some wine or a dessert or another small gift $10-20ish.
2006-12-17 09:41:54 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why not bring a poinsettia . Just a nice inexpensive gesture.
I would wear something nicer than jeans & t-shirt. Nice dress pants and casual turtleneck would be nicer, in my opinion.
2006-12-17 08:39:55 · answer #9 · answered by kidlet_animal_luv 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends on alot of things, no you don't need to bring a gift 'pur-say',but if your old enough a nice bottle of wine(if they drink wine?) or a seasonal bouquet of flowers is nice.Then of course a after dinner dessert is always a hit(even if they have desserts).
2006-12-17 10:01:33 · answer #10 · answered by LUNA 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋