How to party with pals with some basic etiquettes?

If you are planning to host a party of friends or pals, or preparing to go over your friends place for a party, then remember it is not a formal occasion. The atmosphere is more relaxed and comfortable, yet some basic etiquettes and rules have to be kept in mind and followed, while moving about in your friends circle. Here some basic rules of etiquettes apply. If you are throwing the party as a host/hostess then, one need to follow some guidelines, which will maintain and will strengthen the bond of friendship.

Once decide to throw a party, discuss with your friends, the time, day and date of party. Check that they are available on that day at that time. One should also check the place of convenience, if the party is being hosted outside your house. You can extend the invitation to all the people, whom you want to invite on your friends list. Do not forget to invite them personally, then over a phone. If some of the near or dear friend offers to lend you a helping hand, then do not hesitate to take this offer. You may delegate some of your work or responsibilities to him/her.

During the party introduce new people or guests to your circle. Stay away from being critical or being overfriendly, in the company of other guests. Also stay away from taking about any personal, issues or problems of other’s life. And finally, while bidding them bye, do thank them and see them off with courtesy.

And if you are the guest that will be attending the party the here are discussed some of the basic mannerism that should be followed. As a guest do not shy away from offering help to your host. You make ask him/her for help wherever necessary like, setting tables, pouring drinks, taking and serving snacks etc. If you see that there is shortage of staff, then you can offer to bring in your help, or you can personally help in the kitchen. Do not forget to carry a gift along with you. It could be flowers, gifts etc that suits the occasion.

If you do not like the food or arrangement, then do not pass comments or criticize it. Avoid gossiping in presence of other guests. Make sure that the party looks spirited and make your presence and contribution worthwhile.