Escort Advice: How to Deal with Drunk Clients
Not every booking begins with a tailored suit and sparkling conversation. Some clients arrive tipsy, and others cross the line. Whether it’s the end of a long lunch or a pre-club meet, alcohol changes people and sometimes not for the better.
As an escort, you are in charge of your time, your body, and your limits. You should trust your judgement completely.
As a London escort agency known for discretion, class, and professionalism, we prioritise safety in every booking. This blog walks you through how to spot when a client’s had too much, how to deal with it calmly, and how to leave if necessary, without putting yourself at risk.
Contents:
- Recognising the Red Flags Early
- Mildly Tipsy vs. Dangerously Drunk
- What to Do If They’re Drunk Upon Arrival
- Staying Professional Without Losing Yourself
- What Not to Do
- When to Leave and How to Exit Smoothly
- The Right Agency Makes All the Difference
Recognising the Red Flags Early
Your first impression of your client starts the moment you meet. And first impressions count. A drunk client is usually easy to spot: slurred speech, too much talking without making much sense, or being overly familiar from the start.
Watch for unsteady footing, darting or unfocused eyes, and loud or erratic behaviour. If they smell strongly of alcohol or you detect other substances in the mix, noticing this can help you take a step back.
Not every drunk client starts that way. Some take a turn mid-date. Maybe you’ve met them for dinner and they’ve flown through a bottle of wine before starters. Or they’ve poured three whiskies in quick succession the moment the hotel door closed. Being a bit tipsy is one thing but falling over in front of you is another.
The key difference is this: a client who might be more talkative or louder than usual, but can still listen when you speak is easier to deal with. If they’re unmanageable, that respect goes out the window.
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Mildly Tipsy vs. Dangerously Drunk
A mildly tipsy client is often just a little looser. They might flirt more, talk more, laugh too hard at a dry joke. If they’re still able to follow a conversation, pick up on social cues, and respect your space, the booking can still be enjoyable.
A drunk client, on the other hand, tends to repeat themselves, stumble over words, and push too far, whether it’s physical contact or overstepping boundaries. Extremely drunk clients are the ones who fall asleep mid-sentence, become aggressive or incoherent, or can’t make clear decisions. That’s where it starts becoming a safeguarding issue.
If someone is too drunk to behave, they’re too drunk to deserve your time. Make your decision early if you think a client is too drunk to continue a booking.
What to Do If They’re Drunk Upon Arrival
If a client turns up clearly intoxicated, keep your tone cool and your options open.Stay composed, excuse yourself, and step away if you feel uneasy.
Even if they don’t seem drunk at first, things can change quickly. A client may start off sober and civil, but after a few drinks, become sloppy or erratic. If you notice them losing focus, touching too much, or trying to change the dynamic, intervene early. Set boundaries with a calm, direct tone. You can redirect the situation by slowing it down by suggesting a break, changing the subject, or offering them a glass of water.
The worst thing you can do is get drawn into a debate. Arguing with a drunk client won’t win you anything. Stay steady, polite, and clear. If they escalate into anything aggressive, you can end the booking.
If you’re looking for more advice for escort bookings, take a look at our advice on how to keep an escort booking discreet.
Staying Professional Without Losing Yourself
Just because a situation is difficult doesn’t mean you can’t handle it gracefully. You don’t need to shout or explain yourself in great detail, but having a few firm phrases delivered with composure is usually enough.
Try: “I’m not comfortable with that.” Or, “Let’s slow things down a bit.” If a client is still manageable, they’ll follow your lead and respect firm boundaries. And if it’s beyond salvaging try: “I think this booking should end here.”
What Not to Do
Don’t stay just to keep the peace. A client paying for your time doesn’t mean they’re entitled to anything else. If someone disrespects that, the issue is them and it’s ok to end the booking.
Don’t try to sober them up or take responsibility for their condition. If you keep a distance emotionally and mentally, your detachment will protect you and often diffuse the tension better than getting involved.
When to Leave and How to Exit Smoothly
If you need to go, go. Excuse yourself, collect your things, and leave efficiently. Don’t wait for things to get worse. Message a trusted agency contact as soon as you’re safe, and make a record of what happened. That allows the agency to make sure it doesn’t happen to anyone else.
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The Right Agency Makes All the Difference
No escort should ever be left to deal with drunk, aggressive, or disrespectful clients alone. If you’re working independently or with the wrong agency, it can feel like there’s no one backing you up.
That’s never the case at Blue Monday of London. From the moment you join us, your wellbeing, judgement, and comfort are priorities. Apply to join us today and discover what it’s like to be looked after properly.
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