The core difference between old and new etiquette is often the intention: the younger generation prioritizes authenticity, ...

Ever wonder why some social rules feel more like relics than helpful guidelines? We all grew up learning certain courtesies, ...

It seems silly to say, “What are you doing here?” since the answer is obvious, but to ignore them seems equally rude.

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GENTLE READER: Another friendly SNOW. This necessitates, however, a third reaction in your repertoire, which is a somewhat ...

With the holidays just around the corner, I am quickly reminded of how much I spend on gifts for office events such as ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Sometimes when I receive an invitation to an event, the sender writes “By Hand” in the lower right-hand ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: My fiancé and I have selected a stunning cathedral for our wedding. He has a deep appreciation for ...

Why is tipping expected? I was under the impression that it was up to the customer. In my state, servers are paid minimum ...

While I love that my friends and family still give me birthday presents, I never quite know the right way to react. Do I ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Sometimes when I receive an invitation to an event, the sender writes “By Hand” in the lower right-hand ...