How to Impress Your In Laws
If you are a woman, go easy on the make-up., If you are a man, go easy on the aftershave., Dress code should be dressy casual., For a woman, dress code should also be dressy casual., Speak politely., Do not drink too much alcohol., Do not be overly...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: If you are a woman
Too much make-up can often give the impression that you are false.
Skip the eyeliner.
Go for the 'every day, girl next door' look.
This bodes well with suspecting mother in-laws.
She knows her grandchildren will be naturally beautiful.
This is all she cares about. -
Step 2: go easy on the make-up.
Nobody wants to sit at the dinner table and taste JOOP as they chew.
The same applies to women and perfume.
Subtlety is key. , For a man, jeans and a shirt.
Wearing tracksuit bottoms with white socks pulled over the end of them and a pair of trainers will have your mother in-law hiding her best silver. , A nice pair of trousers and a blouse will suffice and if not, then a pretty dress that doesn't reveal too much.
Don't wear heels that are too high.
Go easy on the jewellery.
You are not a Christmas tree. , Remember your P's & Q's.
Always say thanks.
If your dinner is burnt, eat it or be in it.
Nobody likes to be told their cooking sucks. , I would actually advise to refrain from it altogether.
If it is forced upon you, sip your drink slowly to deter a future top-up.
The last thing you want is to get drunk and tell your respective parent in-laws how great your partner is in bed. , Hanging off them, being touchy feely, kissing, is NOT cute.
It's annoying.
More annoying for people watching.
It also makes a statement.
It says 'he's mine now'.
Mummy In-Law will not be a happy bunny.
You are effectively stealing him.
In reverse, the same applies to a woman with respect to her father. , Modesty is attractive.
Nobody is perfect.
And I mean nobody. , If the paint is peeling, the curtains are falling down, rats climbing out of bins, tough.
This is a brief visit and you have to see it through for the one you love.
This is not just about you. , Unless you can come back with a comment that is both witty and includes a hidden innuendo to insult them right back, then you are wasting your time getting miffed.
It will lead to an argument. , You want them to know that you love him/her but you don't want to sound obsessed.
A light & breezy comment 'He's brilliant at soccer, I go to some of his games and he has talent' should be a guider.
Not something like "OMG, your son is AMAZING!! He's the next Maradona!! I rub his feet after training even when he's wearing smelly socks just so he can play again tomorrow"
- queue, shut the hell up. , Smile.
Always smile. -
Step 3: If you are a man
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Step 4: go easy on the aftershave.
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Step 5: Dress code should be dressy casual.
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Step 6: For a woman
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Step 7: dress code should also be dressy casual.
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Step 8: Speak politely.
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Step 9: Do not drink too much alcohol.
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Step 10: Do not be overly possessive with your partner around your in-laws.
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Step 11: Do not try to sound like you are a hero
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Step 12: a genius
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Step 13: spoilt or otherwise.
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Step 14: Compliment the house
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Step 15: apartment
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Step 16: trailer
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Step 17: tent or whatever it is they live in.
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Step 18: If you are insulted
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Step 19: put down
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Step 20: mocked or otherwise
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Step 21: smile and bite your tongue.
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Step 22: Without going over the top
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Step 23: say nice things about your partner.
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Step 24: When leaving
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Step 25: thank your host for the beautiful evening you had and let them know you had a lovely time.
Detailed Guide
Too much make-up can often give the impression that you are false.
Skip the eyeliner.
Go for the 'every day, girl next door' look.
This bodes well with suspecting mother in-laws.
She knows her grandchildren will be naturally beautiful.
This is all she cares about.
Nobody wants to sit at the dinner table and taste JOOP as they chew.
The same applies to women and perfume.
Subtlety is key. , For a man, jeans and a shirt.
Wearing tracksuit bottoms with white socks pulled over the end of them and a pair of trainers will have your mother in-law hiding her best silver. , A nice pair of trousers and a blouse will suffice and if not, then a pretty dress that doesn't reveal too much.
Don't wear heels that are too high.
Go easy on the jewellery.
You are not a Christmas tree. , Remember your P's & Q's.
Always say thanks.
If your dinner is burnt, eat it or be in it.
Nobody likes to be told their cooking sucks. , I would actually advise to refrain from it altogether.
If it is forced upon you, sip your drink slowly to deter a future top-up.
The last thing you want is to get drunk and tell your respective parent in-laws how great your partner is in bed. , Hanging off them, being touchy feely, kissing, is NOT cute.
It's annoying.
More annoying for people watching.
It also makes a statement.
It says 'he's mine now'.
Mummy In-Law will not be a happy bunny.
You are effectively stealing him.
In reverse, the same applies to a woman with respect to her father. , Modesty is attractive.
Nobody is perfect.
And I mean nobody. , If the paint is peeling, the curtains are falling down, rats climbing out of bins, tough.
This is a brief visit and you have to see it through for the one you love.
This is not just about you. , Unless you can come back with a comment that is both witty and includes a hidden innuendo to insult them right back, then you are wasting your time getting miffed.
It will lead to an argument. , You want them to know that you love him/her but you don't want to sound obsessed.
A light & breezy comment 'He's brilliant at soccer, I go to some of his games and he has talent' should be a guider.
Not something like "OMG, your son is AMAZING!! He's the next Maradona!! I rub his feet after training even when he's wearing smelly socks just so he can play again tomorrow"
- queue, shut the hell up. , Smile.
Always smile.
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