For an afternoon event, tea-length (something that falls around midcalf) is expected for women in dressy day fabrics (silk, ...

Even if the room is clean, I avoid using the door handle when exiting. I wait for another lady to leave, and follow her ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to what is proper attire for an afternoon concert.

For an afternoon event, tea-length (something that falls around midcalf) is expected for women in dressy day fabrics (silk, ...

I gently hint that if someone is being rude, and the hostess does not ask them to be more mindful, then yes, people will stop ...

In today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to when one tea party guest drives others away.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Once a month, my grandmother hosts a group of friends at her house for a chat and an afternoon tea. She ...

For an afternoon event, tea-length (something that falls around midcalf) is expected for women in dressy day fabrics (silk, organza, cotton with some sheen), while daytime suits are expected for men ...

Please send your questions to Miss Manners at her website, www.missmanners.com; to her email, gentlereader@missmanners.com; ...

Length of skirt no longer seems to matter, as the skimpiest dresses go to formal affairs and full-length granny dresses are seen at the grocery store at 9 a.m.

I have very high standards for restrooms in restaurants. I will leave if they’re too gross. How do I express my disgust to ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: On occasion, my husband and I visit local restaurants. When I go to wash my hands in the ladies’ room, I ...