Party Faux Pas: 9 Habits That INSTANTLY Ruin YOUR Elegance

[@mykameieretiquette]

Thank you for watching! Are there any faux pas that we missed? Also, what videos would you like me to create? Comment below 🥰

[@elenaw1925]

I believe you did great job to cover the topic! 😊

[@mykameieretiquette]

@@elenaw1925thank you!

[@taklasouaid4576]

@@mykameieretiquette If you can a video about how to act in a group of women in a coffee shop or in a restaurant and the group about 15 people. Thank you 🙏

[@susanhalley2383]

I would find tips for conversation starters very helpful!

[@mykameieretiquette]

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[@terrirojas]

Yes, please

[@melissalorraine5983]

I would remind everyone not to monopolize the host’s (or any one person’s) time. Great tips❣️

[@bluegrassiscool6405]

Great video! Any tips on starting and keeping conversation going would be great. Thank you for doing these videos.

[@mykameieretiquette]

Thank YOU for watching 😍

[@cindysmith5832]

Yes, I love the idea of a conversation starter video!

[@mariav5930]

Yes, please! Communication starters 🙏🙏🙏

[@noemimatias3729]

I LOVE your etiquette videos. Thanks so much for sharing. 👍🏼

[@mykameieretiquette]

Thank you for watching!

[@birdsetfreenyc5740]

I am very excited for the conversation tips at parties! Also what do you do when you are bored at a party because no one is talking to each other and are just staring around at other people . The other things is what to do when in a social setting when you don’t know anyone and people don’t look friendly or talkative? Thanks ! Love your videos!

[@mykameieretiquette]

That’s a great video idea, thank you!

[@angle3290]

Thank you! I love your content

[@glassgoddess8646]

Where does your handbag/clutch go when seated at the bar? How should you handle being late if it was unavoidable?

[@suem.1392]

Hi Myka, thank you for this helpful video going over non-obvious things. I liked the question about double dipping the other end of the carrot, ha! Maybe you can do an FAQ of things like that you frequently get asked!

[@lyndareymann2980]

I keep struggling with this one, please set me straight once in for all! Taking bread from a bread basket that is in loaf form, presliced but not cut through. It's flu season so I'm trying to be careful and courteous of others. My dining companions just grab the loaf with both hands and tear a piece off.😮....another one I wonder about...if you are having a small adult birthday party of about 8 people and some gifts are brought for you, do you open them at the party? I did not because I did not want to embarrass someone if they did not bring a gift. I wasn't sure if i should have.I did send thank you notes afterwards to those who did. Thanks Myka!

[@SophieN-ve2jp]

Dear Myka thank you so much ! Please, I would love a video about how to set boundaries, and how to manage when people are asking very personal questions ❤ thank you !

[@SoCalDaisy]

I am an introvert and often need to leave earlier but then since I am single, live alone and do not have kids or a partner, I have no “reason” to leave and people tell me to stay when I am saying goodbye and trying to leave. So I often just don’t go at all anymore- it’s too stressful trying to escape!

[@rhythmicelegance4670]

You can say you are working on a side hustle or something else, but you shouldn’t have to give explanations to people who truly respect you. You don’t need to have certain reasons to politely validate your right to leave. If they are so narrow minded and disrespectful of people’s individual needs, then perhaps they are the wrong people to spend time with.

[@nadikstrizheus5815]

Or maybe they like to spend time with you?

[@ilariamasullo3353]

You can always remind them that the later you leave the more unsafe it gets for you to drive home or wait for a cab alone. That's absolutely reasonable and credible

[@bjgoels]

Always enjoy your content; I find it helpful and informative. BTW: your top is very flattering on you. It really brings out your eyes.

[@mykameieretiquette]

Thank you!

[@janecollins4845]

Conversation starters / topics please!!!

[@terrirojas]

These were all good reminders. Recently, the hubs and I have joint a dinner party group with 2/3 other couples, and we take turns hosting. The greasy napkin and double dip segments reminded me to ask will there be a what is proper hosting etiquette video next? 🥰 Preferably before March 1 since I’m next to host 😜 Thanks!

[@mykameieretiquette]

Hi! I’ll definitely look into that topic! In the meantime I have a video that was published in December all about table settings + some tips and tricks for hosts of dinner parties. Hope it helps! 🥰

[@terrirojas]

@ ooh thank you, I’ll check it out! I’m so glad you’re back doing regularish, long-form content on YT.

[@honeybeejourney]

Good tips. Thanks!

[@BeatrizRobinson]

Love these tips!!!! There is a few that surprised me. but I will follow. Thank you. Greetings from Arizona!!

[@mykameieretiquette]

I'm glad you found it helpful! 🥰

[@Amygondor]

Hey, can you make a video on how to be elegant during hiking, camping, fishing trips and other activities in which we don't have the luxury of having a stemmed glass to pour our water into nor an entire wardrobe of clean clothes to choose from?

[@terrirojas]

This is a great idea!

[@rhondamiller5166]

I really like this question! I’ve given this a lot of thought, since I do these things often. I would love to hear what Micah has to say about this. For myself, I still try to keep up my grooming. For instance, if I think my nails will get destroyed out there, I remove all polish and go with trimmed, shaped nails. I sometimes sweat a lot, so a full face of makeup could be disastrous. Instead, l just do waterproof mascara, some lip gloss, and tinted sunscreen. Outdoor clothing may not be elegant, but I do try to choose colors that are flattering. There are a ton of cute hats to keep the sun/ rain off of your face, and keep your sunglasses from fogging up on top of your head. Poise and a great smile are elegant in any setting. I’m sure that’s not the definitive answer. Looking forward to Micah’s response ❤

[@nadikstrizheus5815]

Yes, I love hiking and camping, and I was just thinking about what I'd wear now, since I am classy in style and looking to be elegant on top of that 😀

[@thekingsdaughter4233]

There are a good number of books and other info on _glamping_ (glamour/glamorous camping). 😊👍 While I am not normally interested in camping, I have looked through those books with longing... Mary Jane Butters (she of the Mary Jane magazine fame) wrote my favorite book on the topic so far. 😊👍

[@taklasouaid4576]

Thank you for this video, it is very helpful.

[@mykameieretiquette]

I’m glad it was helpful! 😁

[@Wanda-v8f]

I would like people to listen to their host about helping with clean up in the kitchen. I don’t like people to help but there are sometimes rude people who disregard my request and insist on helping despite my asking them to stop. Please respect what your host is saying.

[@neolithic3]

Myka and George Costanza agree on the etiquette of double dipping!

[@MelissaPlessinger]

I know I have said this before, however, I refuse to put my napkin on my chair when I go to use the restroom. I think that is so disgusting. I tuck mine right up against my plate.

[@StacieBussey]

Wonderful tips!

[@mykameieretiquette]

Glad it was helpful! 😘

[@rachelt727]

Yes, more conversation starters/continuing a conversation ideas. i hate asking questions that sound like I’m interrogating the other person. Lol 😂 How to know what is okay to ask.

[@mykameieretiquette]

I’ll bump the video up on my list!

[@terrirojas]

Yes, this!

[@rhythmicelegance4670]

Do not ask someone’s age or income. It is generally a massive repellant. The offended person may either lie to you out of spite/self-preservation or they may answer honestly and avoid you from then on.

[@pamelaclay5978]

Conversation starters - yes please.

[@anharney]

Myka, thank you for such an informative video! These tips have been helpful, even though some of them really challenged me and I would love to hear some of your conversation starters and suggestions.

[@mykameieretiquette]

You got it! 🥰

[@JosetteBadger]

Topics of conversation. I work in healthcare and I always end up taking a history if I’m not careful😂🎉

[@mykameieretiquette]

😂

[@LisaM.601]

Practicing good etiquette at home makes it second nature when going out. I find it puzzling when I get to a dish, like dip, that doesn’t have a serving spoon. It’s more sanitary to dip a small amount onto your plate than dipping from the serving bowl. QUESTION: I’ve attended parties that didn’t stipulate an end time. What’s the proper time to leave in these instances?

[@mykameieretiquette]

Great question! If you are still at a party after 75% of the attendees have left, then it should be time to head out.

[@terrirojas]

Likewise, as a host is it proper etiquette to designate an end time? What about open house style parties?

[@MelissaPlessinger]

I love your videos Myka. If someone wants, you to take off your shoes and you do not feel comfortable doing that what would you do? Also, I use to have relatives that felt it was ok to double-dip (I'm divorced now from them) I was always so disgusted by that.

[@BirdieHillFarm]

Thank you! I am thoroughly enjoying and appreciating your channel. I am guilty of dipping then turning the item to the other side while at home. I will Definitely will never do that again!

[@mykameieretiquette]

I’m so glad you found it helpful! 😁

[@alisonk5371]

Great video Myka. You mentioned the pour amount if filling your wine glass at a party. How about a glass of bubbly as the glasses tend to be much smaller than a wine glass?

[@jmokeeffe2002]

Thank you, Myka. I like to drink Martinis. They typically come filled all the way to the top. What is an acceptable way to drink it when it's filled so high? I've always wanted to know this. Thank you!!

[@nadikstrizheus5815]

Thank you for the video! I'd love to see a video about conversation starters and "keepers". 😀 I'm an introvert, and a lot of times, I am okay with silence or just observing others, but that makes others uncomfortable. So, I would love to have some phrases to keep the conversations going.)

[@luismateo8]

I agree. Not saying bye to the host is so rude

[@millielehigh9936]

😮 8:39

[@millielehigh9936]

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[@Rebecca-bq4ez]

Note: If you are a host don't disappear on your guests for an hour and then be surprised when some people have left without saying "good-bye".

[@ccroness8527]

You are missing your signature red lipstick.

[@ginger-ray5084]

I would love to watch this but your hands move way too much for me to listen.

[@classyladyangie31]

Thank you for this video! 🤍It has always been an interest of mine, to be proper and respectful while I dine and with friends and family! And, yes! Conversation starters and the continual conversation tips, would be fantastic!!

[@mykameieretiquette]

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