I increasingly find myself in situations where service people talk down to me. They probably think they are being flattering.

Is it impolite to send a handwritten note as an RSVP when directed on the wedding invitation to use a QR code instead?

We have a good friend who lives near us and is part of a circle of friends who attend each other’s gatherings. This friend ...

Most seasons, I have dry skin and need to use lotion after I wash my hands. I prefer not to do this in a public restroom, but ...

He's expressed romantic interest in her, but she'd like him to stay in the friend zone - and NOT pay for her food!

A host is frustrated with a friend who constantly brings up politics at parties despite being asked to keep the mood light, ...

Someone steps on your foot on the train, and you're the one who says sorry. The restaurant sends out the wrong dish, and you ...

When I moved to the U.S., I found quite a bit of difference in the dinner party etiquette compared to my home country.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: Most seasons, I have dry skin and need to use lotion after I wash my hands. I prefer not to do this in a ...

My daughter was recently married — a second marriage both for her and for her new husband. They had a lovely ceremony and invited close family and good friends — well, some good friends. Three of my ...

A mother asks how her daughter should respond to three wedding guests who attended but sent no cards or gifts, with the ...

What is the correct way to deal with being stood up for social plans? Over the years, people have said things to me such as, “I’m going to break off our lunch plans for today, okay? I’m going to lunch ...