Do's & Don'ts of being a good guest

Do RSVP to the event with the number in your party.

Don't

assume they know you're coming, they don't hence the RSVP.

Do

show up on time or notify the host/hostess that you're running late.

Don't

show up fashionably late and disrupt a good party flow, the party shouldn't stop for you.

Do

bring the host/hostess a nice bottle of wine, flowers or scented candle.

Don't

show up empty handed. They took time to make a special night for everyone, show them your appreciation.

Do

hang up your coat/purse and ask about removing shoes.

Don't

just throw your things down on the furniture and then mark their newly polished, party-ready floor with your winter weather shoes.

Do

notify the host/hostess of any food allergies and tell them if you are vegetarian.

Don't

expect the entire meal to be catered to you, appreciate what they prepared for you.

Do

throw out your own trash, cups etc.

Don't

leave a trail of mess around their home to clean up later, they will have enough to do.

Do

mingle with other guests, it's a great way to meet new friends.

Don't

be a wallflower or prevent your host/hostess from entertaining other guests.

Do

ask if you can help do any clean up before leaving.

Don't

leave your host/hostess wishing for help after everyone is gone.

Do

take fun pictures of other guests and yourself to share with the host/hostess, they will be busy hosting and will want to see the fun later.

Don't

publish them all on Facebook, some people are more private then others. Always ask first before tagging friends.

Do

thank your host/hostess and say good-bye to all the other guests.

Don't

sneak out the side door to avoid the long goodbyes.