Cultural Etiquette
Learn proper etiquette and customs for holiday celebrations
Cultural Etiquette Guides
Christmas
United States Curated
Do's
• Bring a gift when visiting
• Send thank you cards
• Include everyone in activities
Don'ts
• Don't discuss politics at dinner
• Don't regift obviously
• Don't show up empty-handed
Dress Code: Smart casual to formal. Festive colors (red, green, gold) are popular.
Greetings: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Season's Greetings
Christmas
United Kingdom Curated
Do's
• Pull Christmas crackers at dinner
• Watch the King's speech
• Enjoy mince pies
Don'ts
• Don't skip Boxing Day
• Don't forget Christmas pudding
• Don't be late to dinner
Dress Code: Smart casual. Christmas jumpers are a fun tradition.
Greetings: Merry Christmas, Happy Christmas
New Year
Global Curated
Do's
• Make meaningful resolutions
• Count down to midnight
• Toast with champagne
Don'ts
• Don't drink and drive
• Don't make unrealistic resolutions
• Don't forget to check on elderly neighbors
Dress Code: Varies from formal evening wear to casual party attire depending on venue.
Greetings: Happy New Year! Kiss at midnight in many cultures.
Diwali
India Curated
Do's
• Light diyas and candles
• Exchange sweets and gifts
• Wear new clothes
Don'ts
• Don't wear dark colors
• Don't eat non-vegetarian food on main day
• Don't forget elders' blessings
Dress Code: Traditional Indian attire - sarees, kurtas. Bright colors preferred.
Greetings: Happy Diwali, Shubh Deepavali
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