When entertaining, one must remember proper etiquette.
Because the last thing you need is Vivienne calling you out for wearing casual chic to an event that was clearly cocktail.
At Acquaint, we’re committed to saving you from making any subtle – yet significant – social missteps. And that includes not making any ourselves.
Because as we all know, it’s the company you keep.
So let’s break down the top five social faux pas we know will instantly ruin a reputation.
1. Lack of manners and etiquette
Not covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze. Interrupting Roger as he drones on and on about his stock portfolio. Or, God forbid, using your soup spoon for dessert.
When one displays any of these behaviours, they risk being swallowed up by the treacherous waters of high society.
We get it. So when you bring Acquaint along to your next social event, trust that we’ll know to never speak with our mouth full – or embarrass you by slurping the soup.
2. Dressing inappropriately
The last time someone wore tennis shoes to the Hamilton family’s soirée? Well, let’s just say Charles was never heard from again.
But if you were to bring Acquaint along, we’d understand the importance of looking presentable.
That’s why we’d be dressed to the nines – with a well-pressed outfit and shined shoes. So you can remind Carol that your guests know the difference between ‘budget’ and ‘boutique’.
3. Arriving late
Your host won’t care if you were busy attending this week’s charity gala. If you’re not early, you’re late.
So when you’ve got somewhere to be, trust Acquaint to fully understand the value of punctuality.
And if you’re running behind schedule? We’ll be far more ‘Fast and Furious’ (and Safe) than ‘Driving Miss Daisy’.
So you can arrive at just the right time to say, “Now Barbara, I know you didn’t start without me!”
4. Incorrect terminology and name-dropping
Can you imagine referring to a Van Gogh as a Picasso? Urgh, neither can we.
Because if your plus one gets caught out with the wrong vocabulary when discussing wine, fashion or art in front of ‘know-it-all’ Margot, it’d only reflect badly on you.
And we can’t let that happen.
So as soon as conversation turns towards the latest gallery exhibit, we’ll drop the occasional comment about brush-stroke techniques to assert
your cultural credentials.
5. Improper gift-giving
As we all know, a proper gift should be thoughtful, personalised and just the right amount of appropriate.
So whether it’s a high-end kettle for Robert’s latest housewarming or a new string of pearls for ‘not-a-day-over-60’ Adelaide’s birthday – have Acquaint join you the next time you pop out to find the perfect gift.
Understanding what’s on the line (social ostracising), we’ll help you get a gift that displays only the highest degree of decorum.
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In need of a helping hand for any of your shenanigans? So call us on 03 9267 9090 to give us the rundown.