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Proper etiquette isn’t a hoity-toity thing of the past, but rather something we should all be aware of for everyday life. Whether you’re curious about current etiquette rules or etiquette mistakes that you should avoid at all costs, you’ve come to the right place

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12 Rules of Movie Theater Etiquette That Everyone Should Follow

Keep these courteous habits in mind when you attend a movie, and you'll be sure to have an enjoyable and...


13 Things You Should Never Ask Hotel Staff

Think twice before asking these questions at a hotel that may come across as rude, unsafe, or unrealistic—and ultimately won't...


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11 Things You Should Never Do Over Text Message

For the sake of your friendships, relationships, and career, it's important to know when to keep your thumbs from doing...


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9 Bizarre Eating Habits of the Royal Family, According to Their Personal Chef

In a no-holds-barred interview, Darren McGrady, who worked for the Windsors as their personal chef between 1982 and 1993, reveals...


What to Do (and Not Do) If You Meet a Royal

Should you ever happen to meet up with a royal, here's how to handle yourself with the utmost of elegance...


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20 Companies with the Nicest Customer Service

A tasty sandwich, cute top, or cheap produce is what gets you in the door, good customer service is what...


12 Funeral Etiquette Tips Everyone Should Know

You might know to wear black to the service, but being aware of proper funeral etiquette will let you do...

10 French Phrases Everyone in the World Should Know

Whether you live in Paris, France, or Paris, Texas, these are the French phrases that, according to Jeannette DeJong, senior...


Plano, TX

People say that the kids these days have no manners -- well, that's just not true in Plano, where they're...


8 People Reveal Their Most Embarrassing Email Mistake Ever

An estimated 205 billion emails are sent every single day. With so many opportunities to put the wrong email address...


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12 Vow Renewal Dos and Don’ts Everyone Needs to Follow

Before you send out your vow renewal invites, check out these do's and don'ts to create a memorable and heartfelt...


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10 Table Etiquette Mistakes You Really Need to Stop Making

"No shirt, no shoes, no service" may be just as applicable at your table as the corner store, but there...


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13 Potluck Etiquette Rules to Memorize Before Your Next Party

Potlucks are a wonderful and informal way to gather with friends and family but just because it's casual doesn't mean...


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7 Etiquette Tips for Dealing With a Cheap Friend

Need help dealing with a friend who’s tight with their cash? Take these tips from Jodi RR Smith, nationally recognized...

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Here’s the Most Polite Way to Split a Bill (and Etiquette Advice for Other Modern Annoyances)

Etiquette experts sound off on how to navigate some of life’s trickiest moments.