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Published: Aug 12, 2022 at 01:21 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
Can you please explain the purpose of a charger plate and can food be served directly on them?
Dear Reader,
A charger plate is an elegant and underused element of a place setting.
They...
Published: Aug 06, 2022 at 12:18 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
Is it still considered a fashion faux pas to wear white after Labor Day?
Dear Reader,
One of the most well-known fashion “rules” is that you can’t wear white after Labor Day.
It turns ...
Published: Jul 30, 2022 at 05:59 PM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I am in the process of making the shift to working remotely from home. I haven’t normally spent a lot of time on conference calls and could use a refresher. Can you please provide some...
Published: Jul 23, 2022 at 02:49 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
Our family plans on traveling more frequently this summer. I’m never sure how much and when to tip housekeeping, concierge, valet, etc. I would like to know the basic guidelines for ti...
Published: Jul 17, 2022 at 01:27 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I’ve picked up the habit of saying “No problem” in response to someone saying “Thank you.” Is “No problem” an appropriate and polite response?
Dear Reader,
Many of us accept the respon...
Published: Jul 09, 2022 at 06:18 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I recently hosted a large family party and it went very well. However, as the party wound down, some guests lingered longer than I had hoped.
I’d like to know how do you usher your gu...
Published: Jul 03, 2022 at 12:37 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I recently lost a close family member and received a number of sympathy cards. What is the proper etiquette for sending thank-you cards for sympathy cards and is there a time window th...
Published: Jun 24, 2022 at 01:10 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
Summer vacation time is finally here. Can you please share your thoughts about some best practices for making sure everyone has an enjoyable time at the beach?
Dear Reader,
When your s...
Published: Jun 18, 2022 at 01:28 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
My niece is getting married later this summer. I would like to give a check as a gift. Should I write the check to the bride or the groom, or both? I don’t want them having trouble cas...
Published: Jun 11, 2022 at 02:58 AM
Dear Jacquelyn,
I like to think I have fairly good table manners but mishaps do happen. All sorts of blunders occur such as accidental spills and dealing with gristle. I am not always sure about how t...
