Looking for some guidance. What's the proper etiquette on tipping? I know it's "not required" but what do most folks do? what do most providers expect? What would you usually tip for a one hour session?

Also, is it proper etiquette to bring drinks (champagne, wine, other) to a mid-day 1 hour rendezvous?

Thanks!

No tipping by me unless I feel the provider was underpriced and she ended up giving extraordinary service.

I like to establish the full price early before getting down to business, pay my donation and not worry about paying for extras.  I'm leary if someone supposedly establishes full price but also adds that tips will get you more service.

If I like the service, I'll provide repeat business but don't want to set a precedent of having to pay additional each and every time in the future.

As for wines and drinks, I've never done that for a 1-hour session.  Maybe later after I get to know the provider and we're doing a multi-hour session, I might do it.

I only tip agency providers, and then only if the service warrants.  When I DO tip, I tend to be more generous than most; about 20%.  For an hour, that's about $50.  For a multiple-hour session, I'll go as high as $100.  I've tipped as high as $200 for an overnight, but we're talking about a 9 on performance.

Bringing wine might be a nice gesture, but I'd ask first.  Some ladies provide their own, some don't drink and many people have variying tastes.  Also, you want to avoid anything that might draw attention.

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...tipping the first time sets a bad precedent; the best "tip" you can give a provider is repeat visits.  Bring wine, if that's what YOU want to drink.  But don't bring things hoping to impress the provider; on the first visit, SHE should be trying to impress YOU and get your repeat business.

If you feel so inclined. A tip, though not always expected is ALWAYS appreciated! Doesn't have to be a huge tip, base it on what your paying for the session and listen to your own good upbringing not the classless hordes

Tom
"the overtipper"

You sounds so cool! Any gal loves a boys with the bubbly.

I always bring somethin as a small gift.  It gives a good impression and is appreciated.  I usually bring flowers, lotions or something similar.  Check out their web site to see what they like.  I don't bring alcohol because they may not drink.

Tipping is a personal thing.  Depends on your date together.  Be sure there is no question upfront as to whether or not the donation is all inclusive.

I always get a nice "Thank You" card with some flowers or something on it do put the donation inside.  Some providers are completely oblivious to my attempt at being appreciative and attempting to set a mood - they are usually the ones who give lousey service and don't get a repeat visit....others think its a very nice touch, one recently pretend pouted that I didn't write anything in the card and give me a big hug and kiss when I wrote "Love (my name) XOXOXOXO", which got the session off to a very nice start.