Gossip Girl ~ They Are Back!

THE GOSSIP GIRL CAST

Well, the season of Gossip Girl will continue tonight, after the winter hiatus, on the CW. In our home, and my daughter's college dorm, this means a place in front of the tube on Monday nights.

I am surprised that we found a show that we could enjoy sharing this much after Girlmore Girls ended (sniff, sniff.) We were joined at the hip when that show was on. It was a date not to be broken!

Nothing will ever be able to take the place of Gilmore Girls, but we do enjoy sharing notes on Gossip Girl. The fashions are great, and you can just about be assured of finding out what the next trend will be.

So here's to you ~ Serena, Blair, Chuck, Dan, Jenny, Nate, Vanessa, and the newbys!

Wishing you continued success !!!

Chuck, Chuck, Chuck...

and Blair, Blair, Blair...

Serena...

is so stylish...

Vanessa ...

Dan...

and Jenny...

and you never know who will show up! Lady Gaga.


and darling Nate...

along with the rest of the cast.

So grab a plate of nachos, along with your favorite soda, and ENJOY!

I will not be on a regular schedule this week. It is exam and paper week :(.

Embracing Etiquette will be back in a few.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

FASHION SUNDAY

ENJOY PART TWO!

VERA WANG

VERA WANG

CHICO'S

baby phat

baby phat

Giuseppe Zanotti Design

EILEEN FISHER

J BRAND

ETRO

ST. JOHN

COACH

RALPH LAUREN

ANN TAYLOR

BLUMARINE

BCBG MAXAZRIA

DONALD J PLINER

I hope that you have enjoyed this fashion preview for Spring.

See you soon,

Teresa

xoxo

FASHION SATURDAY

I hope that you will enjoy these two days full of fashion news via Harper's Bazaar.

Let's get started!

MOSCHINO

TOMMY HILFIGER

Salvatore Ferragamo

Salvatore Ferragamo

HUGO BOSS

LONGCHAMP

PORTS 1961

BVLGARI

CHLOE'

MICHAEL KORS

FENDI

PRADA

GIORGIO ARMANI

BANANA REPUBLIC

CHANEL

Stay tuned for tomorrow's post for more fashion from Harper's Bazaar!

See you soon,

Teresa

xoxo

Fashion for Spring...

Dress by Blumarine ~ via Harper's Bazaar 2010

See you back here for a weekend filled with fashion!

Embracing Etiquette with Teresa continued... see introduction post (1-29-10.)

Handling Mistakes

It may be embarrassing to get a name wrong or totally forget a name, everyone makes mistakes, and it is not rude.

If you can’t remember a name …

Do Not Panic! At least attempt to introduce the person. The person may see that you are having a difficult time and introduce themselves. If the person is wearing a name tag, look at it. Otherwise, apologize quickly and tell them you have suddenly forgotten their name. Do the same if you can’t remember their last name. Call them by their first name, and let them know that you have forgotten or do not know their name. Then … drop it.

If you get a title wrong…

This is difficult to remember at times. Do they want to be called Mrs., Ms., Miss? Do your best on these, and they may correct you. If you are wrong on rank, they may correct you. If you are not certain, ask them later. These are not bad mistakes and are not rude. Try to remember the next time you see them.

If you mispronounce a name …

If you know that you cannot properly pronounce a name, ask the person how to pronounce it. Try not to make the same mistake again, but it is an acceptable and understood mistake. If you know that you will be introducing someone with a name you are unsure of, you should ask someone who knows.

I hope that you have enjoyed this post.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

Love Means Nothing In Tennis...

...

Stella McCartney for Adidas

http://www.tenniswarehouse.com/

but these clothes do. Just the beginning of tennis news. As many of you know, my heart is in tennis, although love (0) means nothing in this great game!

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How to Introduce Significant Others

This is a topic that is not as clear. Other than husband and wife, fiancé and fiancée, there is question on how to introduce someone in a relationship. It is best just to introduce using their name only if you feel uncomfortable. It is best to discuss your relationship later on in the evening.

Names such as “partner, live-in, or roommate” can be misleading. If over the age of thirty or older, “boyfriend, girlfriend or special friend” sounds childish.

“Significant other or domestic partner” sounds stilted or legalistic. “My good friend or my close friend” can cause problems also. It is just best to save the designation for later.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo
Embracing Etiquette with Teresa continued... see introduction post (1-29-10.)

Tennis Anyone?

http://www.tailactivewear.com/

While most of the spring collections are not out yet, this dress from Tail is a must-have for any serious tennis player. It has a compression bra built in. A classic look with the comfort that the player needs.

Join me in getting out there on the courts, and getting back into the swing of things!

Embracing Etiquette with Teresa continued... see introduction post
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Standing and Shaking Hands

The greeting etiquette for standing and shaking hands (former post) applies as well to introductions. An additional point regards standing when you are introducing or being introduced.

It is better for both parties to be seated or standing, but many times, especially in a restaurant, this is not possible. If you are standing, stand back a bit so you will not be hovering over the person seated. Bending forward a little will help everyone hear the introduction is you are in a noisy place. Be observant before offering you hand to a seated person; reaching across the table may risk knocking something over. Let common sense be your guide here.

Remember, I believe that this new addition is a little more liberal than before. I like the old addition more, and I will let you know, just as I did before, when I feel that it is necessary.

I hope that you have enjoyed this post.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo

Ralph Lauren ~ La Plage

ENJOY!

and fabric...

and accessories...

Picnic anyone?

http://www.ralphlaurenhome.com/

Embracing Etiquette with Teresa continued... see introduction post

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Self- Introductions

This is the easiest type of introduction. The only name you need to remember is your own. This is not the time to be shy. In all situations, self- introduction is fairly casual. . (“Hello, my name is Alex.”) The other person should respond “I am Lew. “It is nice to meet you Miss Williams.”

Someone may blurt out “What’s your name?” while forgetting to state his own. State your name before asking that person’s name.

When introducing yourself to a group of people, wait until there is a pause in their conversation. A hello and your name may be enough, but if you prefer to ask a question, introduce yourself and then ask the question. “Hello, I am Teresa. This is my first visit to your club, and I was wondering about tonight’s agenda.”)

At large events, you will NEED to introduce yourself if there is no one there to introduce you.

I hope that you have enjoyed these posts from the Ralph Lauren Spring 2010 Collection.

See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo