By Aunt T. Bougie | Style & Etiquette Consulting
There’s sipping—and then there’s sipping with style. The next time you’re invited for tea or coffee at a formal event or high tea, remember: posture is everything.
🫖 Bougie Breakdown:
- Always hold your teacup by the handle using your thumb and index finger. No pinky lifts, darling—that’s a myth.
- The saucer stays on the table unless you’re standing. If so, hold it at chest level under the cup.
- Take small, silent sips. Never slurp. You’re not in a soup kitchen.
☕️ Did You Know? In some cultures, slurping is a compliment. In others, it’s a faux pas. Know the room.
🫖 The Aunt Bougie Rule: Sip with grace. Carry conversation with wit. Leave a lasting impression with both.
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