You can politely communicate to guests that there is no need to bring anything to the party by saying something like, "Your presence is the best gift! Please come empty-handed and just enjoy the celebration with us."
Both bring something or else it's not fair
When you are invited to a party at someone's home, it is polite to ask whether there is anything that you can bring. If the host suggests that you could bring a dessert or prepare a dish, go ahead.
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something that satisfies both party's. or just satisfies the most powerful party.
* You should check with the host or hostess. BYOB means (bring your own bottle) so whatever you drink bring it if this was indicated by the host/hostess or in an invitation by mail or hand delivered. If you are not sure if alcohol or other beverages are being served phone the person having the party ask and offer to bring something.
When your host or hostess asks you to bring nothing then do as they ask. If you feel very uncomfortable about this bring a good bottle of Merlot wine.
Unless specified by the host to BYOB or bring your own alcohol, the host usually provides most of the drinks for the party. However, it is usually courteous for the guests to bring over something to those that are having the party.
Where the party is, when the party starts/ends, whether or not to bring food/booze, etc
Yes, it doesn't have to be something expensive. A coffee mug that has a cap and gown.
What one should bring to a company Christmas party depends on where the party is being held. If no one specific person is holding it and it is being held at the company office, then the company itself might be providing food and drink, so it wouldn't be necessary to bring anything. If it is being held at someone's house then it might be a good idea to ask the host what one should bring. Party food such as chips/ crisps or chocolate or wine would be good items to bring for example.
it means that there is going to be a party where everybody will bring something to eat, drink etc.