My bf asked the groom if they are registered anywhere and they are but my bf can't remember now. Since they have been living together for quite some time now I think money would be best. How much is appropriate. I barely know them and my bf works with the groom.
2006-08-06 07:39:49 · 17 answers · asked by Dellajoy 6 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
cash is always a great gift to give. Just put it in a nice card and write a little note to the bride and groom wishing them good luck in their marriage.
2006-08-06 09:01:49 · answer #1 · answered by latina21_01ucf 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
A gift is best. Your BF should ask again where they are registered or see if you can find it online by yourself. Try the most common places - the May Company stores (Foley's, Filene's, Meier & Frank, Robinson's May, etc), Williams Sonoma, Target, Bed Bath & Beyond, Linens N Things, Pottery Barn, etc. And also see if they have a wedding website on theknot.com or theweddingchannel.com - it will probably list their registry.
The Reason I don't like to give cash or gift cards are:
A. Little thought goes into it. I think a gift should be personal and thoughtful
B. It says that they are worth X amount of dollars as a friend and they will always remember that.
If you can't find their registry, get them something nice from someplace like redenvelope.com or a nice bottle of bubbly and a champagne stopper.
I generally spend $50 for weddings of acquaintences and friends. More money for the closer that I am to them. Really, any gift card for under $50-$100, unless the people are really struggling financially, just seems declasse.
Good luck to you.
2006-08-06 11:38:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on how much you want to spend. I don't think there are any monetary guidelines. The last time my husband and I went to a coworker's wedding we spent about $50 or so. As for whether or not you want to give cash, you should do whatever you feel like. There isn't anything wrong with giving cash, although some people personally would prefer a gift. If you have trouble finding a gift you could always try searching for their registry at the most popular places like Target, Macy's or whatever department stores are in your area. Good luck!
2006-08-06 09:38:34 · answer #3 · answered by ykokorocks 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money really is a great gift for weddings. As for how much, the general rule is to cover the cost of your meal at the reception. I'm in the NJ area, so I try to give $100/person if the reception is at a nice place. In other parts of the country where weddings are less expensive $25 - $50/person is fine.
2006-08-07 08:18:05 · answer #4 · answered by Blue 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I think $300 will be fine...that would be a nice gift for a wedding specially your bf works with the groom.
2006-08-07 03:55:03 · answer #5 · answered by alexcruz56 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When money is given, it's most appropriate as a gift that the older generation gives the younger. You wouldn't give money gifts to a peer. You can usually look up peoples' registries on big websites like weddingchannel.com. If you can't find the registry just give them something you think they will enjoy- a nice bottle of wine, some gourmet chocolates, any sort of nice housewares gift.
2006-08-06 14:19:47 · answer #6 · answered by Etiquette Gal 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your boyfriend ask him again. A gift card is best. If you cant find out where they are registered then get them a Visa giftcard, it looks just like a credit card and they can use it any where that takes visa credit cards. Some malls sell them at the customer service desk, my older sister just got me one for my birthday and she got it from a bank, call some banks and ask around...if you want to do it that way. Plus they can put more money on it when it runs out,but only for another year,it's great for people who dont have credit cards because they can use it to buy stuff online.
You and your boyfriend pitch in,put $25 on a card or cash.
2006-08-06 09:29:14 · answer #7 · answered by hotmama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I always considered $50.00 per person the norm. Therefore, my fiancee and I would give a gift of $100.00 to each couple getting married. If it is an actual "wedding" gift, writing a check is the best way to go.
2006-08-06 08:14:38 · answer #8 · answered by sfaith76 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm getting married and my fiance and I have lived together for 4 years and we have a child. So I would suggest getting them a gift card to Lowes/home depot etc if they have a house or if you do go with a gift card, put a weird amount on it, like 26.16, they will really remember your gift and it will be funny when they open it.
2006-08-06 08:03:05 · answer #9 · answered by csteacy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
based on my own personal preferences I don't really like gift cards...especially if you don't know the person well. I would prefer a check rather than a gift card, because they might not need $100 for new curtains from bed bath and beyond...a check gives the couple flexibility!! Also with gift cards you run into having a card with 1.75 left, and it usually gets trashed.
2006-08-06 10:04:01 · answer #10 · answered by pinkslippers00 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋