Not too long ago, I attended a formal dinner that involved the use of chopsticks. Before that dinner, I paid very little attention to my use of chopsticks. But, since the dinner was formal, I wanted to be mindful of my dinner etiquette. So, I found that there really is no one rule for handling […]
If you are like me, you are probably living with a dietary restriction or two that affects your dining experiences. So, what do you do when you receive an invitation to a party, a dinner or a reception? Here are some quick do’s and don’ts. DO — Thank the host/hostess for the invitation and give […]
If you have ever been a student in one of my classes at Prince Georges Community College, you have probably heard me ask the young men to remove their hats while sitting in my classroom. Believe me, I realize that I am old school — When I ask young men in my class to remove […]
Washingtonian Bride & Groom is a Must-Read for DMV Couples The latest issue of Washingtonian Bride & Groom magazine has officially hit the stands, inviting every couple planning a wedding in the Washington, DC area to dive in. Each page delivers expert guidance, fresh inspiration, and insider advice from the region’s top wedding professionals. This […]
Featured in the 20th Anniversary Issue of “Baltimore Bride” Magazine with Wedding Industry Legends I am incredibly honored to share that my wedding planning advice, alongside insights from the legendary Mindy Weiss and the talented Elizabeth Gopal, is featured in the 20th anniversary issue of Baltimore Bride Magazine! This milestone issue celebrates two decades of […]
Did you know there was a “right way” to hold your champagne glass? Sounds a little “hoity-toity,” right? Well, of course it does! But, there is a rationale behind this rule, so, check it out — How Should You Hold the Glass? When you hold a champagne flute or a wine glass, you should pick […]
Did you know there was a “proper way” to hold your champagne glass? Sounds a little “hoity-toity,” right? Well, of course it does, but there is a rationale behind this rule! When you hold a champagne flute or a wine glass, you should pick it up by pinching the stem at the base of the […]
If you are planning to get married, you should know that keeping up with your thank you notes can be quite a daunting task. So, we recommend the key recommendations for writing thank you notes below.
Hi there! It’s Adriana again and I have a new wedding planning question you. How does a bride sit in her wedding gown after the bustle is buttoned? Who is supposed to help with this? And, what is the proper way to sit in a bridal gown? It turns out there are a number of […]