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Q I sent out invitations to a professional party I was throwing with my business partner and while I clearly indicated that an RSVP was essential by a specific date, very few people did so. I was afraid that maybe the date was a problem or perhaps there was just a lack of interest. However, when my assistant did a "check-up/last minute confirmation" almost everyone responded that they were, in fact coming. Why don't people RSVP anymore? Is it passé to ask people to RSVP or am I just expecting too much?

A Having an RSVP request on a party invitation is certainly not passé nor is it expecting too much. Asking for an RSVP to a party is part of smart and successful party planning. Any good host/hostess needs and wants to know final numbers in order to ensure they provide their guests with their very best.

Knowing final numbers means knowing the right amount of food, beverage, service and setup for their event as well as the securing the right location. Whether this is a party planned for 20 or 120 all of this is critical to your host/hostess! Therefore, as a guest your job is a simple one - be respectful and courteous and simply RSVP - please!

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