Etiquette Rules for Men

Etiquette for men - these are certain rules that the best representatives of the stronger sex, gentlemen, are guided by. Earlier in relation to the lady, speech and manners it was possible to determine the representative of the nobility. These rules were considered mandatory for all those who entered or sought to enter high society, as ethics played a very important role.

Nowadays, everything is different: men have ceased to consider the rules of behavior important, but in vain. Manners and appearance - this is a "calling card" that represents you to others: people perceive other people in the way they serve themselves.

Eau de toilette or cologne are an indicator of the taste of a representative of the stronger sex. This is a very important detail of the image of a man who takes care of himself. The choice of toilet water, cologne, deodorant, shaving lotion should be approached as seriously as possible:

• Flavors for the stronger sex are very different. It is also worth noting that some modern manufacturers began to specialize in the production of perfumes for men.
• When choosing hygienic and perfumery products, it must be borne in mind that odors must be combined correctly. The gamut of aromas should be uniform.
• Mixing different perfumes and smells is not recommended, but many men do it: for example, using shaving lotion first, and then using eau de toilette or cologne. If you are used to doing just that, it’s worth choosing aromas that belong to the same perfume line.

• The same perfume can be selected at most twice a week. You should not add aroma during the event (this rule does not apply to the fair sex).
• At home, do not use toilet water or cologne before eating and cooking.
• Use aromatic products in the heat as carefully as possible: in the summer, usually only deodorant is enough. As for the dense and woolen things that are usually used in the cold - it should be borne in mind that they absorb very well the aromas from perfumes and the smell of tobacco. Many consider such combinations to be very repulsive.

The wardrobe of the modern representative of the stronger sex is most often different. An important role is played by the harmony of appearance, and not by the butterfly and tailcoat. Every detail of the image should be carefully thought out (especially if the costume is classic). The fact that you prefer a free style in clothes does not mean that the image should not be harmonious.

The use of jewelry and bulky jewelry etiquette for the stronger sex is not welcome. Some men think that it is possible to demonstrate their status or prosperity to others, but usually their reaction in the end turns out to be completely opposite.

Shoes are a very important part of the wardrobe. General rule: shoes or boots should be clean. Not only women pay attention to how shoes of the stronger sex look.

Patent shoes may only be worn in certain cases. For meetings with business partners and dates, suede or matte leather is more suitable.

In business, a certain hierarchy is always taken into account: in this area, differences between the sexes are slightly erased. At the door and at the entrance to the elevator you need to skip the head forward. Regardless of whether it is a lady or a man. Regarding the greeting: subordinates should say hello first.

A business person should have business cards. If you communicate with a potential partner, it will be much more respectable and more appropriate to give him a business card than to look for paper in order to write down a phone number.

Business meetings need to be prepared in advance. It is recommended that you first take care of compiling a small questionnaire: this way you can maintain your business reputation and save time (interlocutor and your own).

When communicating with a business partner, you should behave kindly. You can use a handshake (regardless of who you are talking with - a man or a woman). Possible consent can be expressed with a slight nod.

The choice of clothing suitable for the restaurant depends on the level of the institution, the people you go with there, the reason for the visit:

1. If you are going on a date, you can wear a regular classic suit (in this case, you can do without a tie).
2. If we are talking about a gala banquet, you will need to prepare a tuxedo or dress coat.

In the restaurant you must remember the basic rules regarding cutlery:

• Do not pick up a fallen napkin or appliance. Having returned to the woman the item that she dropped, the man will only show that he does not know about the rules. You need to call the waiter and ask him for a new napkin or other device.
• Do not use toothpicks in a restaurant, even if they are on a table.

A new guest needs to be greeted (at the same time should get up). Shake hands with another man.If a representative of the fair sex came, you should help her sit down by moving the chair for this purpose.

When communicating with ladies, a gentleman must remember the main rules:

• In society, it is accepted that a lady should go on the right side. It turns out that a man should strive to go to her left. To the right of the ladies go only representatives of the stronger sex, associated with the military sphere: in this way they can salute.
• If the lady slipped or slipped, support her by the elbow. However, only she can decide whether to take you by the arm.
• You should not smoke in the presence of the fair sex until she permits.
• At the exit and entrance you need to open the door in front of the woman. A man should let the lady forward.
• It is necessary to insure a woman, going down the stairs or climbing it.
• At the exit of the elevator, the gentleman passes the fair sex forward, but comes in first.
• The man must get out of the car first. Then you will need to go around the car and open the door to help the lady get out. If both the woman and the man are passengers, they must be in the back seat. First, a lady must settle down, then her companion sits down.

• A gentleman should help the lady take off her outer clothing and also serve it when the woman leaves the room.
• If the fair sex are standing, you should not sit down (including in public transport).
• You should not be late for a meeting with a woman. You need to try to come in advance, because being late for a man can put her in an unpleasant position. If an unforeseen situation arises, you will need to warn about it and apologize.
• Ladies need help to carry large bags, heavy objects. Usually this does not apply to light coats, handbags.
• Talk about women should be avoided in men's companies.
• During the conversation, the representative of the stronger sex should not keep his hands in his pockets, fold them on his chest.

If you want to meet a lady in a public place (in a store, on the street), remember that this is permissible, but only if you have a good reason for such a step. Few representatives of the fair sex like a meaningless "pickup": usually this behavior is considered offensive to girls.

Do not hail the woman, do not pull her by the sleeve. Before you speak, you need to ask permission. Tell us why you want to chat. The compliment given to the place will also help to make a good impression, however it should be borne in mind that it should not be associated with vulgarity.

Even if you want to know everything about a stranger at once, you don’t need to start with a question regarding her marital status. Invite the lady to conduct her a little, try to make an easy and easy conversation. If a woman does not want to give a phone number, ask if she has a desire to contact in another way - for example, through social networks.

There are many rules of good form, but it should be remembered that naturalness also plays an important role. Do not strain, trying to comply with ethical standards of conduct: behave as freely as possible. So you can win over people. It may seem to some that the rules of good manners and naturalness are incompatible, but this is not so. You just need to remember them, learn how to use them, and then everything will turn out by itself.

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