What do you do at a ladies tea?

Table of Contents:

1. What do you do at a ladies tea?
2. What is the best time to have a tea party?
3. How do I have a fun tea party?
4. What do girls serve at a tea party?
5. How long do tea parties last?
6. What do you say at a tea party?
7. What is the dress code for a tea party?
8. Can I wear a long dress to a tea party?
9. What is afternoon tea attire?
10. What is the proper etiquette for drinking tea?

What do you do at a ladies tea?

Along with purchasing several flavors of teas and making some finger foods, organize some games to help make your guests feel at ease and keep the conversation rolling. Board games, croquet, cards and badminton are fine ideas for a ladies' tea party, but you can also plan some games they may have never played before.

What is the best time to have a tea party?

Choose your time. It is typically held around noon (11:30 AM to 12:30 PM), or afternoon (3:00 PM to 4:00 PM). Really, anytime is good for a tea party. A tea party is even okay late at night after dinner.

How do I have a fun tea party?

These 10 active, fun tea party games will help ensure the party is a success for you and the kids.

1. Teacup Treasure Hunt. ...
2. Tea Bag Toss. ...
3. Tea Leaf Pictionary. ...
4. Guess How Much (tea party style) ...
5. Sugar Cube Stack. ...
6. Pinko. ...
7. Tea Tray Memory Game. ...
8. Hot Teacup.

What do girls serve at a tea party?

Sandwiches and Savory Selections:

• Egg Salad Tea Sandwiches.
• Hummus.
• Tuna Salad.
• Cream Cheese & Cucumber.
• Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato.
• Mini Scones.
• Orange Cranberry Scones.
• Devonshire Cream or Whipped Cream.

How long do tea parties last?

The ideal length of time is approximately five or six minutes. Feel free to request specific milk. Some of the options, in addition to cow's milk, include almond, coconut, and soy. If you are enjoying tea in a private home, rather than demand a specific type of milk, ask what is available.

What do you say at a tea party?

Tea Sayings About Tea Time

• “No matter what is happening in your life, you always offer tea.” ...
• “Tea to the English is really a picnic indoors.” ...
• “There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea.” ...
• “I am sort of a tea addict.

What is the dress code for a tea party?

Tea Attire The customary attire for men and women attending a tea is semi-formal. Often ladies sport hats, gloves and brightly colored suits and dresses. Black is never appropriate for a tea party. It is OK for a lady to wear her hat at the table; however gloves should be removed before the tea service begins.

Can I wear a long dress to a tea party?

Wear a tea-length or maxi dress for a classic tea party outfit. Dresses and tea parties are a timeless combination—you've probably heard of tea-length dresses! These dresses have a hemline that usually falls midway between your knees and ankles. If you want a more modern look, go for a long flowy maxi-length dress.

What is afternoon tea attire?

Afternoon Tea Dress Code Generally, the attire requested for guests to adhere to for afternoon tea is “smart casual,” which falls somewhere between business casual and casual. This will usually mean no trainers, t-shirts, shorts or sportswear. And gentlemen will typically be asked to wear a collared shirt.

What is the proper etiquette for drinking tea?

If sat at a table, the proper manner to drink tea is to raise the tea cup, leaving the saucer on the table, and to place the cup back on the saucer between sips. It's considered rude to look anywhere but into the cup whilst sipping tea, and absolutely no slurping!