Basic Etiquettes Collection

Romantic Language Of Flowers

2012-08-15T03:33:00.000-07:00

Be More Romantic

Learn to speak the language of the flowers.

You can express the way you feel about that special someone in your life or her flowers.

In Victorian times, complex messages were often exchanged simply by giving someone a flower, says landscape designer Bonnie Wodin, and roses had a special language all their own:

Things To Impress Your Special Someone

2012-08-12T00:37:00.000-07:00

10 Things You Should Know To Impress Your Special Someone

Hopeless romantics that we are, we still believe that the best way to a man’s (or a woman’s) heart is through his (or her) stomach. Here’s a list of musts. What you need to know to impress your special someone – to create nothing like a special meal prepared and perfected these season to be spent with our Love Ones.

1. Plan A Menu

Tuxedo Etiquette

2012-08-03T01:26:00.000-07:00

Formal On Line Guide

Depending on the invitation that you receive, you will have to choose the correct tuxedo and accessories.

"Black Tie" invitation

It is generally accepted that "Black Tie" requires a tuxedo, vest and accessories. Take advantage of this opportunity to truly look and feel your very best in a tuxedo. Be unique and select a vest from our extensive collection. Today, "Black Tie" means formal attire, not necessarily wearing a black tie.

If your invitation says "Black Tie", you will be required to wear a tuxedo, vest and tie or accessorize with a bow tie, cummerbund and top it off with a coordinating pocket square. This is your chance to look your best and make your own personal fashion statement! Your look will be unique in a vest from any one of our collections. Formal on Line has a section where you can find bowties, neckties, and our cummerbund set collection is very vast.

Formal Wear

"White Tie" or "Full Dress" invitation

Another option is to wear a traditional tailcoat in order to look dashing on that special occasion. Your outfit might be composed by a white wing collar shirt, matching tie and pique vest, black trousers with satin stripe and patent shoes. You can find in Formal Online everything from pique shirts and formal tuxedo pants to cummerbunds and other accessories you might need to complete your traditional tuxedo outfit

White Tie

"Black Tie Preferred" invitation

If receiving this type of invitation, you should bear in mind that the host might prefer guests in formal evening attire for the occasion. Therefore, the outfit to wear, from mid-April to Labor Day, should be a black tuxedo and a white dinner jacket or a dark contemporary style tuxedo (no tailcoats). It might also be acceptable wearing non-formal dress suits, although they might not be preferred by the host. In our web site you will find an ample collection of formal wear for weddings and any special occasion, coats, vests, cummerbunds, bowties and neckties and also cufflinks and studs.

"Black Tie Optional" invitation

In spite of not being a strong requirement form formal attire as in "Black Tie" or "Black Tie Preferred", formal dress would be appropriate for answering to this invitation. You can choose among a black tuxedo, a white dinner jacket (from mid-April to Labor Day) or a dark contemporary tuxedo (no tailcoats). For this type of event you can venture into our collection of unique vests (mardigras, carnival, novelty, cruise) and cummerbund sets. Our extensive collection of tuxedo and dress shirts wil give you the opportunity of picking the perfect fit.

Formal Vest

"Black Tie Invited" invitation

You might find this phrase more frequently than "preferred" or "optional" and it is usually used for large gatherings of civic or business groups. It implies that even though you are welcome to wear formal attire, this is not required by the host. For this invitation, the style would match the one of "Black Tie Optional". Our collection of cool formal vests, cufflinks and accessories will complement your coat and pant selection. We have tuxedo shirts in several styles, lay down collar, wing collar, flat or stripe design, etc. Here at Formal On Line you can buy all your formal wear attire at very affordable prices and from the convenience of your living room.

"Semi-Formal" invitation

If this invitation comes from very proper social circles, "Semi Formal" would mean the same as "Black Tie". Despite this, if the host required their guests to wear black tuxedos, he would generally use the "Black Tie" invitation. Bearing this fact in mind, this "Semi Formal" invitation would allow any style of tuxedo or dinner jacket, depending on how much you know about the circle of the gathering. If you are not sure of the sort of dressing that would be appropriate, you can always call the host for guidance. But rest assured that buying your formal wear from Formal On Line will give you that extra touch of class and uniqueness. Browse our collection of formal vests and novelty vests (carnival, mardigras, cruise) and select from the wide collection of theme cummerbund sets. In conjunction with our selection of tuxedo and dress shirts, pants and coats, you should be able to be the star of the event!.

By: formalonline.com

Brush Up On Your Dining Etiquette Skills

2012-08-03T01:09:00.000-07:00

Be the perfect date and impress your special someone. Whether it will be celebrated in a fine dining restaurant or in a relaxing picnic grove, here’s the “must do” dining etiquette list.

Bread

Break slices of bread, rolls and muffins in half or in small pieces and butter each small piece one at a time. Never do larger than one bite.

Bacon

The simple rule in bacon with any fat on it should be eaten with a knife and fork. If it is very crispy, crumble it with a fork and eat with your fingers.

Soup

Always dip the spoon into the soup, away from the body, the take a sip (without slurping) from the side of the spoon. It is fine to tilt the bowl slightly (again away from the body) to get the last spoonful.

Salad

If the salad is served before or after the main course, use the smaller fork. If the salad is considered the main course, use the entrée fork.

Pasta or Spaghetti

The perfect method of eating long stringy pasta is to twirl it around your fork. Use a spoon to support the twirl, if needed. It is also acceptable to cut pasta with a knife and fork.

Chicken

Chicken is eaten with a fork and knife. This is done so you will not get your fingers smelling odd when the time comes to hold your partner’s hands.

Wine

Never hold the glass by its bowl, only by its stem since the heat of your hand will quickly warm the liquid. Sip the wine, spread across the tongue from front to back and side to side before swallowing. If you feel comfortable (or uncomfortable?) doing so, carefully slurp some air through puckered lips. The slurping of air (aerating) will help release flavor and aromas.

Make the experience worth remembering for both of you. Do not forget the old saying: “Do not talk when your mouth is full”. So chew with your mouth closed, and slowly eat in small bites to avoid showering you guest with crumbs and spits. Do not think of stories and jokes prior to “the day” to avoid dull moments.

Finally, first impression last. Greet and bid you loved one with a smile, a kiss on the cheek or surprise her with a rose.

Seize the moment and most importantly, enjoy. ;)

Basic Table Manners

2012-08-03T00:41:00.000-07:00

Practice good table manners at home and you will feel at ease when you are in company. There are a few simple rules to observe when eating at a party or in a public place..

When you are at a party and the hostess says that the table is set, walk slowly to the dining room. Stand behind your chair until the rest of the guests are ready to sit down. Sit down when they do and sit straight.

Spread the napkin neatly on your lap, keep your arms close to your sides, and wait for your turn to be served.

If a soup is served, spoon the soup with a motion away from you. Never tip your soup plate to get the last drop into your spoon no matter how much you like the soup. It is considered good manners to bring the food to your mouth by means of fork.

Chew your food slowly and do not try to speak in time when your mouth is full with food.

Do not fill your plate with food. Put inedible portion together on one side of the plate. As soon as you finish eating, place the silverware on your plate, put the napkin on the table, and keep your hands still on your lap.

Wait for the others to finish eating their foods and drinking before you stand up. Stand up only when the others rise. Remember to push your chair gently backward. Do not push and drag it on the floor.