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Miss Manners: Bridesmaids receive note stating they ‘owe a substantial sum of money’ for the shower
I had no input as to how big this shower has become, and being asked -- no, told -- to pay for it strikes me as inappropriate ...
Miss Manners: I’m being forced to pay for a bridal shower I had no say in
In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a bridesmaid who questions if the bridal party ...
Miss Manners: Mother of the bride slaps bridesmaids with a bill none of us agreed to pay
DEAR MISS MANNERS: All the bridesmaids for an upcoming wedding recently received a note from the bride’s mother stating that ...
Miss Manners: There’s a reason this important honorific exists, and there’s a good chance you forgot
Miss Manners chooses to believe that you only made an unfortunate word choice, not that you believe that it is an honor for a lady to be married, and that the title “Mrs.” reflects that.
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Miss Manners: Bridesmaids shocked by note telling them they need to pay for bridal shower
I had no input as to how big this shower has become, and being asked -- no, told -- to pay for it strikes me as inappropriate ...
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Miss Manners: Don’t forget the ‘Ms.’ title exists and is always appropriate
She decides, for whatever reason, to retain her maiden name. She is still deserving of the married honorific, is she not?
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Miss Manners: What is the appropriate etiquette for party leftovers brought by a guest?
I don’t want to offend anyone by implying their treats aren’t good enough for us, but I also don’t want food to go to waste.
Miss Manners: Would it be crass to give a young widow money rather than flowers?
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with ...
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Miss Manners: Is it OK to send cash in a sympathy card?
DEAR MISS MANNERS: I am wondering if it would be crass or in poor taste to give a new widow a thoughtful sympathy card with ...
Miss Manners: The honorifics debate rages on
Husband’s small business sends out holiday cards to clients without including their titles.
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Miss Manners: Can a guest reprimand a dog in its own house?
Miss Manners: Can a guest reprimand a dog in its own house? Plus: A stranger lent me an item I needed. What is the appropriate token of thanks?
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Miss Manners: Should I tell a neighbor her skirts are always too short ...
If so, how do I do so politely?Advice Miss Manners: Should I say something to a neighbor whose skirts are always too short? Published: Jun. 26, 2025, 8:00 p.m.