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Vicky Pattison Shows Off Toned Midriff In Steamy Lingerie Selfie

May 2, 2014 by  
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She’s certainly got the goods to warrant showing them off.
Vicky Pattison is looking hot. Copyright [Instagram]
So no wonder Vicky Pattison has decided to share a rather steamy selfie donning a teeny tiny set of lingerie.

The 27-year-old Geordie Shore beauty took the picture in her dressing room during a photo shoot – and couldn’t stop herself from uploading it onto Instagram.

She captioned the saucy snap: “Couldn’t resist… #playingphotographer #selfie #noairbrush #helllaaawww”

But Vicky didn’t stop there after being asked by her fans where her swimsuit that she wore in her new series Ex On The Beach was from.
Vicky Pattison modelled her Ex on the Beach swimsuit for her fans. Copyright [Instagram]
Taking a picture of herself modeling the one piece (well of course) Vicky was quick to let her fans find out exactly where they could get their hands on it.

She wrote: “For everyone asking, my gorgeous cut out swimsuit from the first Ep of @mtvex’s was from @asos_studio! Get following now guys! #fashion #rollonsummer #whosexisnext #selfie”

[Vicky Pattison’s DVD advert comes under fire for being misleading]
[Vicky Pattison reveals HOW she lost weight in new interview]

Last year Vicky lost an impressive three stone, prompting her to release a now best selling fitness DVD.
When Geordie Shore’s Vicky Pattison saw a less than flattering snap of herself in a bikini last year, she decided …
However, in recent weeks, the star admitted that  she hasn’t been quite as strict with her training regime, resulting in a weight gain of 12lbs.

She told new! magazine:”I’m trying really hard but it’s not my main focus any more. I’m back into parting and living my life so it’s slightly fallen by the wayside.

“I have put on weight. I’m 8st 12lbs.”

Weight gain or not, she still looks incredible.

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Sticky Situation: Can We Ask Guests to Help Pay For Our Wedding?

May 1, 2014 by  
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Sticky situation:

My partner and I are planning to get married next year. However, we have a problem. My future husband is adamant; he wants to ask guests to pay a dollar amount for their presence on our wedding day.

For my part, I have some discomfort. We discussed it with our families and they all seem to agree with my fiancé. Your help would be greatly appreciated so I can make an informed decision.

Solution(s):

Your discomfort is justified and also honourable.

According to etiquette guidelines, when you choose to invite people to a party it is never appropriate to solicit cash contributions.

It’s really tacky to ask guests to pay. Inviting = paying.

In addition, when one asks for money as a gift, it presumes that people will not inquire to the bride and groom about what would make them happy. In fact, it assumes that your guests don’t have any basic manners and are not aware of the unspoken rule: “Every wedding invitation carries an obligation of gift giving, whether or not one chooses to attend.”

If you want to organize a celebration where everyone pays for their part, the invitation should not use the words “We invite you…”. It will instead use the words “We would like you to join us…”

To avoid a faux-pas if your budget is quite limited and strict, it is better to invite fewer guests or have a smaller celebration in a less expensive location.

It is important to note that any invitation should not contain any mention of a gift. Asking guests not to bring gifts, once again, makes the presumption of receiving a gift. Even the clever phrase “Your presence is the only present we want ” could be perceived as presumptuous and rude.

The perfect way to share gift information is by good old-fashioned word of mouth, by your relatives.

You and your spouse will give the details of your wish, like a European wine tour or a wedding registry at a large department store.

If a guest wishes to contribute money to make your dream come true, your trusted informants can then tell them how. Generally, guests can send a check by mail before the wedding day, to the future bride or groom that they are closest to.

Note: As a bridal shower is a gift-giving party it is appropriate to mention the gift theme on a shower invitation (lingerie, wine cellar). The accompanying gift registry information should be on a separate paper.

Expecting to receive a gift, especially a specific cash donation, when “inviting” guests to celebrate, is simply rude.

I hope this clarifies the rule of invitation so you may continue your discussion with your future spouse to invite your guests, without making a faux-pas.

Have a sticky situation at work or home? This is your forum. Write to Julie and she will reply promptly. Want more solutions to sticky situations? Check out Facebook, Twitter or order your autographed copy of Etiquette: Confidence Credibility. Planning a conference? Julie happily travels coast to coast and beyond, to present customized activities.

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    Watch out for the budget creep. Sticking to the budget is hard. Sometimes adding even a few more guests can creep into your chequebook a big way. For example, adding even 10 more guests means one more table at the venue, one more centerpiece and 10 more meals.

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  • Forgetful Vendors

    Remind your vendor of your wedding and your specific requirements a week before your wedding. It may be the most important day of the bride and groom’s life, vendors do this all the time, warns Kent.

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    Remember the contract you signed with each vendor and hold them accountable. Many vendors require full payment on or before the day of the wedding, but their services to you don’t necessarily end on the day of your wedding. If they’re not held accountable, and they’ve gotten their money’s worth, vendors like photographers can take months to hand over their products.

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