Holly HoldenWhat happened to elegant “one-bite” hors d’oeuvres?A darling Southern friend recently posed the question, “What do you do when you are presented with passed hors d’ oeuvres that are HUGE…May 14, 2020May 14, 2020
Holly HoldenShould you bring your drink from cocktail hour into the dining room?Recently, I received a question from Gaye, whom I met at a signing event for my first book, the Pretty & Proper Living Room, which was…May 10, 2020May 10, 2020
Holly HoldenDo you know how to use bookplates?Because of social distancing, people are reading more, which made me contemplate this very topic! Why is it that occasionally, when…May 10, 2020May 10, 2020
Holly HoldenHow to shower gracefully!This week I received a question from a precious friend’s daughter, whom I adore! She lives in New York but is presently quarantining with…May 10, 2020May 10, 2020
Holly HoldenThe Silver is Polished, Now What?The day after Easter, a family holiday or a dinner party, your table is still adorned with flowers and decorative accessories, in situ. So…Apr 19, 2020Apr 19, 2020
Holly HoldenTasteful alternatives to table numbers!When hosting a large event, table names or numbers are required in order for the guests to be able to discover their table.Apr 19, 2020Apr 19, 2020
Holly HoldenHow to dine differently!Perhaps you have noticed my new tagline at the base of the MMM logo? I decided to add “Lessons for Lovely Living” to expand the breadth of…Apr 1, 2020Apr 1, 2020
Holly HoldenSurviving Social DistancingOur lifestyles have changed radically in the past few weeks, from avoiding handshakes, and now to social distancing. Our world, country…Mar 25, 2020Mar 25, 2020
Holly HoldenLoud mobile phone talkers… what can you do about it?Just recently, I was a snowbird happily rejoicing in the worship of the sun, poolside in Palm Beach. The warmth, after being in…Mar 13, 2020Mar 13, 2020
Holly HoldenEvening glove savvy! Your questions answered!When evening gloves are worn to a formal event, there are specific etiquette guidelines you may wish to be privy to!Mar 13, 2020Mar 13, 2020