Etiquette Boss: Valentine’s Day etiquette
Love and romance are once again in the air, and while many are anticipating engagement rings and candlelight dinners, for many others, it is “single awareness day.” Etiquette is basically gracious and considerate behavior; so in the midst of celebrating, please be sensitive when speaking about your planned Valentine’s weekend activities. For the romantically unattached, have a blast with friends at a good restaurant.
Worthy of mention also is the “what do I give this year?” quandary. That depends on age and status. For example, young people who are dating have different issues. If the young lady has been pausing to look into the window of every jewelry store, she might be giving a hint that she would welcome an engagement ring.
Jewelry is usually a “guaranteed Valentine’s Day pleaser” except in this situation. Any wrapped jewelry box will be opened with heightened expectation. Anything other than the anticipated engagement ring will be a let-down, so think of long-stemmed roses, designer handbags, etc., if you are not ready to pop the question.