For instance, when invited to a cookout and the time is given
2007-05-10 14:33:50 · 7 answers · asked by I Wanna Know 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
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2007-05-10 14:59:05 · answer #1 · answered by Alfie333 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That depends on the function and how late you are. 45 minutes late to an intimate dinner party? Yes, disrespectful. 60 minutes late to a large, casual gathering, like an all-day cookout or pool party? Probably ok.
A good rule of thumb is to ask yourself if you'll be sorely missed, or if your tardiness will put someone else -- like the hosts -- out.
2007-05-11 04:47:24 · answer #2 · answered by CrazyChick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES you must be within 5 minutes of the time of the invitation. I am surprised you didnt know that
2007-05-10 21:44:08 · answer #3 · answered by barthebear 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes for the first impression it is disrespectful no matter what the reasons are...
However if it is like a wedding diner, and it is a norm then it will not be disrespectful...
take care.
2007-05-10 21:42:05 · answer #4 · answered by trymejames 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is rude. For a cook-out you have a 15 or 20 minute leeway before you are considered late. For a sit down dinner, no leeway. If it is unavoidable please let your host know.
2007-05-10 21:47:51 · answer #5 · answered by lcmcpa 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
depends on the function and the reason you are "Late"
2007-05-10 21:45:41 · answer #6 · answered by take awild guess 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
maybe not disrespectful that happen to us all sometimes.
2007-05-10 21:49:56 · answer #7 · answered by gmoma04 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋