Rainy Day Party Dos and Don’ts
As the rainy days continue well into spring, savvy hostesses aren’t delaying their parties for warmer weather, they’re simply adapting them. Here are a few quick dos and don’ts for hosting fabulous get-togethers in not so fabulous weather.
Do have a place for guests to leave wet umbrellas and coats. A coatrack and umbrella stand are the ideal solution, but if you’ve just got a tile entryway, that’ll do well enough. If not, grab a plastic tarp to cover your carpet or wood floors so that guests won’t feel bad about bringing in wet items.
Do let guests know when they enter if you expect them to remove their shoes. Although normally this is frowned on, etiquette can be bent if it means saving your floors from damage.
Don’t let guests leave while even slightly intoxicated. Alcohol and wet road conditions don’t mix.
Do have hot drinks ready to serve guests who are coming in from the cold. Hot tea, coffee, and cider are perfect! Wine (cabernet sauvignon always adds elegance to a party) is also appropriate for late afternoon and evening.
Don’t let your house or apartment get too hot. Resist the urge to crank up the heat; once everyone’s inside, the place will likely start to feel more like a steam room than a cozy retreat. Anything above 70° is probably too hot.
Do direct guests to the bathroom after being in the wind and/or rain, rather than simply hauling them in to meet everybody else. A simple, “The bathroom’s to the right if you want to freshen up” will do since it keeps your guests in the driver’s seat.
Don’t fuss too much. People came to have fun, not worry about the weather, their frizzed hair, or whether galoshes are appropriate indoor wear.
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