If you're going to a destination wedding, or if in other words, the wedding requires you to travel a significant distance by air, what are you expected to give as a gift? I was always told that if you're spending/taking the time to get to the wedding, then you're not really expected to give as generous of a gift if it were a local wedding.
2006-08-05 07:09:39 · 11 answers · asked by charliebrown 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Many of my family and friends are spending a substantial amount of money to come to our wedding. I would be mortified if anyone thought I expected a gift in addition to their current expenses. We are just grateful they are taking the time off of work and spending the money to come to Hawaii--No gifts needed! I would suggest a nice heart-felt card with your congratulations. If you want to pursue a gift, think of something special -- a framed photo, etc... that is actually priceless!
2006-08-05 09:11:16 · answer #1 · answered by wahine 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I had a destination wedding and people STILL bought gifts. I NEVER expected ANYTHING and was shocked to receive money from nearly everyone.
I would not feel obligated if I were you, to give a gift. The fact that you are willing to travel and spend money doing so SHOULD be gift enough.
2006-08-06 11:22:12 · answer #2 · answered by GiddyGiddyGoin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on your relationship to the person, if they're family or not basically. It is usually true that your coming is the gift. I find something inexpensive but more personal is the best to go, especailly if the wedding has a dinner (they're then paying at least $20-$45 to have you there). I'd just get them something lower priced but special to give them so you aren't coming emptyhanded.
2006-08-05 18:22:24 · answer #3 · answered by Kellie M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you give anything, I would just give money or a gift certificate. I wouldn't think a gift would be expected. Check with a few other people who are going and see what they are planning to do.
2006-08-07 13:01:29 · answer #4 · answered by Patti C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is totally irrelevant that it is a DW. Wedding gifts are NEVER obligatory. Just as with a regular wedding, gift if you would like to, don't gift if you don't want to, and gift as generously as you feel like and with what is in keeping with your budget.
2006-08-05 15:55:03 · answer #5 · answered by Etiquette Gal 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I definitely agree. I'm sure that they will just be excited that you are able to make it to their wedding. Though, if you want to get them something keep it simple and inexpensive. Anything to do with photos is always appreciated, a bottle of wine, a momento from where the ceremony is....
2006-08-05 19:07:13 · answer #6 · answered by Moonshimmer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
give 5 percent of what it costs you to get there . . . $1000 in expenses . . . $50 in card
2006-08-05 14:18:38 · answer #7 · answered by wfgrg15001 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if your traveling a great distant, give a photo album or a picture frame. this is cheap and you know it will get used.
2006-08-05 14:15:09 · answer #8 · answered by Ms Berry Picker 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends if their a close relative or friend if so yesi if not , atleast im here
2006-08-05 14:14:35 · answer #9 · answered by sonny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who told you that?
2006-08-05 14:17:23 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋