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 ...

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

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.

I am a 6-foot man, and when I stick out my elbows, I pretty much fill the space between the doors. When the doors open, if I note any inclination for those outside to crowd in, I spread my arms and ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Once a month, my grandmother hosts a group of friends at her house for a chat and an afternoon tea. She loves the company and the catch-up, as they are all older and can’t get out ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Elevators have been in existence, I believe, for more than 150 years, but there does not seem to be a ...

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

Miss Manners hopes it is not to commit the unpardonable rudeness of calling out a guest’s rudeness to her face. (The guest’s face, that is. Once the guest is gone, you are free to try to convince your ...