Miss Manners exists to guide her audience (whom she always addresses as "Gentle Reader") in the goal of being unfailingly, perfectly polite in all situations. She is always perfectly dressed, coiffed,  groomed in styles that are crisp, professional, and contemporary without being ostentatious. No matter what question is asked of her, she will be vivacious, gentle, understanding, and warm in her advice. She never judges or criticises her guest; only with regards to politeness.