DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was visiting a dear friend’s home a few days after her husband died. While I was there, her adult daughter arrived from out of town. I had not met her before. We were introduced, ...

"None of these people have ever socialized with me, so I find it odd and awkward that they would suddenly invite themselves." ...

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 ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a bridesmaid who questions if the bridal party ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: All the bridesmaids for an upcoming wedding recently received a note from the bride’s mother stating that ...

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.

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.

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 ...

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 ...

Husband’s small business sends out holiday cards to clients without including their titles.

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?

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.