Dear Miss Manners: What is the etiquette regarding invitations for far-flung friends for bridal showers and such when they’re not likely to be able to attend? I know people want to make sure they ...

In the past few weeks, I’ve received no less than four baby shower invitations. Oddly, none of my closest friends are having babies. So what does that mean? It means, I’m being invited to sit around ...

Dear Annie: If you are invited to a wedding shower, should you always be invited to the wedding? I was invited to a good ...

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I was invited to a good friend’s shower for her daughter. I gave a generous gift. No wedding invitation ever came.

Keep the guest list small and meaningful, focusing on close friends and family from different parts of the bride’s life. Send invitations six to eight weeks in advance, including all essential details ...