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Jodi Smith is an etiquette advocate and has been promoting better behaviors since 1986. Her business, Mannersmith, launched in January 1996. Jodi holds a bachelor’s degree in motivational psychology from the University of Rochester and a master’s degree from Cornell University. She consults to organizations, corporations, educational institutions and individuals on a variety of topics, including dining skills, office etiquette, professional protocol and wedding preparations. Read More…
Etiquette Emergency: Of Gloves and Gals
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Q: I was just wondering, my gloves for my wedding are satin above the elbow and the finger parts are not open. On the wedding day the priest will take off the wedding ring from my right ring finger and place it on my left ring finger. What do I do then? Attend without the gloves then wear them in the reception afterward? Or wear them but then take them off at the time of wearing the ring?
A: You have two choices. If your gloves are thin enough, you can wear the ring over your gloves. Or, wear your gloves for the reception only. Remember, ladies remove their gloves when eating.
Jodi R. R. Smith is a nationally known etiquette expert and author. She is the president of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting. You are invited to email her your etiquette emergencies at Salem@Mannersmith.com.