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Style Etiquette

How we move, speak, and occupy space — etiquette as a language of attention.

The etiquette of holding a bag Style Etiquette

Bag-Carrying Styles: What You’re Really Saying To The World

How you hold your bag is often a subconscious gesture that reveals more about you than you might realize and can tell about your personality.

March 1, 2022
Valentine's Day card Style Etiquette

The 6 Most Important Manners For Valentine’s Day

Consider these simple yet refined manners for impressing your sweetheart in anticipation of Valentine's Day.

February 7, 2022
Etiquette invitation Style Etiquette

How To R.S.V.P., The Right Way

R.S.V.P. shows good etiquette by confirming your attendance and replying with a phone call, email, or handwritten note.

January 26, 2022
Personal brand Style Etiquette

The 4 Most Important Elements of a Personal Brand

Your personal brand is who you are, how you present yourself, what message you want to convey and how you want people to perceive you.

January 20, 2022
Cocktail dress Style Etiquette

The Special Glamour Of Festive Attire Dress Code

The festive attire calls for creative and unique costumes from dressy casual to comfortable yet chic dresses with holiday flair.

December 14, 2021
Thanksiging guest manners Style Etiquette

Thanksgiving social manners for a great gathering

Social manners are simply doing the right thing in the right situation at the right time to make a positive impression and feel confident.

November 24, 2021
Greetings Style Etiquette

The 8 Polite Manners All Successful People Practice

Polite manners successful people practice all the time are simple rules that can be cultivated and put into practice in your daily interactions with all people

November 17, 2021
Proper posture Style Etiquette

How to Appear More Confident and Be Impressive

Body language plays a huge role in social interactions and can help you appear more confident and impressive.

November 2, 2021
Be authentic Style Etiquette

Find out what are the traits of a successful woman.

Express your individuality and make a lasting impression with these essential traits that every woman can learn and master to succeed.

October 26, 2021
Smart casual dress code Style Etiquette

What, Where, How to Wear Smart Casual Attire

Smart casual attire is a balance between formal and casual wear, adding some fashion-forward elements and including at least one of the elements that belong to

September 16, 2021
Tunic top Style Etiquette

Cocktail attire for women beyond the cocktail dress

When dressing for a cocktail occasion, choose an ensemble that brings your personality alive that creates the impression you desire.

August 24, 2021
Crossed arms Style Etiquette

How to convey a positive message with body language

Reading people's body language can lead us to many interpretations, and we can only make the correct assumptions if we connect the posture with nonverbal cues s

July 16, 2021
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