2006-08-31 14:04:53 · 13 answers · asked by atthean 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Nope-- in fact it is customary to bring gifts in most locations unless the bride/wife specifically asks guests not to.
2006-08-31 14:08:23 · answer #1 · answered by emp04 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I truly believe that no matter what you may want, if you invite someone to an event that warrants gifts, people will bring them. It is not taboo to receive- however it is taboo to ask.
The whole renewal of vows thing really should be held preferably after 10-20 years of marriage. Anything sooner just doesnt make sense. BUT realize this- while some may say dont do it- this will be YOUR day and no one else's. Those who complain need not come!
So go ahead- renew the vows and get the gifts that are given to you! The people who give them to you obviously dont have a problem with it. I wouldnt however sign up on wedding registries.
2006-08-31 16:07:40 · answer #2 · answered by glorymomof3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's taboo to ASK for gifts at any time. It's not taboo to receive gifts.
It's taboo to have a re-run wedding, which is what some people have been morphing their vow renewals into, these days. That's tacky.
It is also RUDE to mention gifts AT ALL in an invitation, even if it is to specify that you prefer not to receive any.
2006-08-31 15:54:23 · answer #3 · answered by Etiquette Gal 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think so. Only if you received gifts at your actual wedding. If you eloped or something else, where no gifts where received, then take the free geech. If originally you had a decent wedding with oodles of gifts, it's kind of greedy to get more gift just because you are renewing your love. In a renewal, it's the ceremony that's more important, not the reception/gifts.
2006-08-31 14:57:47 · answer #4 · answered by betty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have never heard of people getting gifts at the vow renewal.
2006-09-01 02:57:58 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I'd take the gifts if people are bringing them! Just remember to write thank-you notes. Personally, I think it's annoying when people request "no gifts" on an invitation. (This is an official faux pas for actual weddings, per Amy Vanderbilt.) Most people are going to bring gifts anyway, and the ones who don't will feel like heels.
2006-08-31 14:23:37 · answer #6 · answered by Jenny Alice 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, but frankly the wedding vow renewal thing is just plain idiotic in my opinion. Really, what is the point? It's like renewing your graduation from high school or college. You were there, you did it, time to move on!
2006-08-31 14:52:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
No. If it has been quite a few years since the original wedding, the bride and groom might relish some new household gadgets or bed linens.
Seems like it would be a wonderful time to celebrate a commitment that works.
2006-08-31 14:13:12 · answer #8 · answered by DanaElayne 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, people should bring a gift even if that gift is a card with money.
2006-08-31 18:07:03 · answer #9 · answered by Lov'n IT! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it would be nice to say something in the invitation like "Your presence is your gift to us."
2006-08-31 15:03:34 · answer #10 · answered by Lydia 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋