VERA WANG
VERA WANG
CHICO'S
baby phat
RALPH LAUREN
ANN TAYLOR
BLUMARINE
Dress by Blumarine ~ via Harper's Bazaar 2010
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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
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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
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and fabric...
and accessories...
Picnic anyone?
The Spring 2010 Collection by Ralph Lauren is as beautiful as we have come to expect from this design giant. Classic and genius are words that present themselves into my mind when I open a magazine or email with his work displayed. This bedroom is no exception, and neither is the rest of the perfection in this collection, which I will show you in two posts, beginning with this one.
Rich textures, color, and wood are present in everything designed by Ralph Lauren.
Beautiful fabrics...
and beautifully finished wood.
Lavish whites...
wood...
and luxurious materials.
Accessories...
games...
and personal goods.
Beautiful dining furnishings...
accessories...
and to finish it all... a lovely bar.
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The Order of Introductions
Who to introduce to whom is a subject we worry about needlessly. The person being introduced first is shown deference, based on seniority or prominence. The order in which a person is introduced is important, but if a mistake is made offence is not usually taken.
The four guidelines follow:
Younger person is introduced to an older person. (“Mrs. Quinn, I want to introduce you to my daughter, Angela Duke. Angela, this is aunt, Mrs. Quinn”.)
A person of high rank or prominence is named first and received the introduction. (“Princess Angela, may I present my husband C. J. ? ”) Always try to introduce your boss first when introducing them to a lower rank person. (Mr. Gunter, I would like for you to meet Ashley Griswold, who will begin work with us on Monday. Ashley, this is Mr. Gunter, president of our company.”)
When introducing others to family members, the other person’s name is said first. (“Alex, I would like for you to meet my cousin, Erin.”). But as a sign of respect, an older person is named first. (“Mother, I would like to introduce Lauren Williams. Lauren, this is my mother, Mrs. Teresa.”)
In social situations, men are introduced to women. (“Mrs. Jones, I would like to introduce Mr. Smith.”)
Tomorrow we will talk about self-introductions.
I hope that you have enjoyed this post as much as I enjoyed designing it. Ralph Lauren gave me everything I needed to present it well.
See you soon,
Teresa
xoxo
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