I am an Australian and will be attending a wedding of a close friend of mine (but I don't know her husband) in India in January. What is a good gift to give that is culturally appropriate for both?
2006-09-29 11:11:50 · 25 answers · asked by whingybaby 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
She and her new husband are both Indians, who have studied in the UK.
2006-09-29 11:22:52 · update #1
Something for their new home together. Go with what you think she would like. Maybe an engraved Silver Bowl or Crystal vase.
2006-09-29 11:14:29 · answer #1 · answered by kihteacher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say money, [exchange some Aussie curancy for Indian when you get there] since you will be traveling, and it will be difficult to pack a present for so long of a trip.
If there is a gift that is uniquely Australian that you can think of, that would be nice, even if it a token, the money being the big present.
For instance if I lived in California, I might bring or send a bottle of local wine, olives, almonds. Check customs in India for their rules before you buy. Maybe a CD of an Australian musical artist.
If you have a joking relationship, bring a jar of Vegamite, gift wrapped, of course..She will never forget your gift!
And since she has lived in your culture, maybe something uniquely British, or something you know she craves, now that she is back home.
2006-09-29 20:09:30 · answer #2 · answered by riversconfluence 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jewellery that suits your budget. Silver, gold or a tiny diamond pendant or a bracelet.
Actually we in India would ideally like some token gift as your going to great lengths by being present at your freind's wedding. Which is in itself a gift and would be much appreciated by all.
Maybe you could dress up in an Indian attire, in a ladies suit or a Lahenga suit or a sari if someone can help you drape it. wonderful gift i think.
2006-09-30 07:00:10 · answer #3 · answered by Rainbow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if they are like most people they have a house with most of what they need a gift card or just money is proper i know when i got married we had a house i asked for money which most people gave but some said that was rude and gave us gifts which to this day are still in attic and we will be married for 15 years on thee 5th
2006-09-29 12:40:44 · answer #4 · answered by rradboys 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can gift anything of your wish. Make sure that they like it mainly her hubby's family member like it. Buy something from your place that looks good to make a good gift (as you feel) and next "just give it".
2006-09-29 13:07:15 · answer #5 · answered by kelvin george mathew 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wine glasses or some beautiful baking dishes. People love to eat and drink especially out of something cool.
2006-09-29 11:51:15 · answer #6 · answered by stickinthemud 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing you can gift would be a watch or ring for both of them anything u wish. choice is upto u.
2006-09-29 11:27:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your love and friendship and appreciation....
NOT.
just bring yourself, its not like they paid for your plain ticket, those ingrates should be gratefull and bowing down before you for comming all the way to india just to get married, those idiots, they gotta be crazy to think they want a gift....but sure, you can buy them a gift, but when you get there...buy them a slave or something...i hear they are popular this time of the year.
better yet, how about surprise them with an adopted child tailored for them, hahamuwhahahaha
2006-09-29 11:22:27 · answer #8 · answered by eddies_online_interests 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yourself.
Gift a gift that is home made. It goes much further than just about anything you can buy.
2006-09-29 11:56:11 · answer #9 · answered by north79004487 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I don't see why you mentioned your nationality, as it has nothing to do with your friend's or her husband's. And you didn't provide their nationalities, so I can't say what would be a good cultural gift to give them. We need more information.
2006-09-29 11:16:14 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋