Should we wait until the wedding takes place, or should we start sending thank-you notes now to acknowledge receipt of these ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I received a wedding invitation that states “black tie only.” This leaves a bad taste in my mouth: It ...

Even if Miss Manners had inherited the crown jewels, she, like your grandmother, would never wear them during the day. But ...

Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, [email protected]; or ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am new to online dating, and I’d like your advice on how to respond to “likes” when you’re not interested. I feel that some response to a message is appropriate, but I ...

Miss Manners suggests you try spontaneity and not overthink the situation. If you happen to make eye contact, a shy, endearing smile is fine. But if they do not return your gaze, keep it moving.

In other words, they’re not just bores, and we can’t fire them and get a whole new set. GENTLE READER: There is an old rule of etiquette that Miss Manners left gathering dust in the cupboard ...