I started selling jewelry and would like to give a bride a gift certificate as part of the wedding gift. Is that tacky? Do I even mention that she could have a party and get lots of free stuff>?
2006-10-20 02:20:47 · 32 answers · asked by Elisabeth 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Yes it is. I'm a dude and I know this.
This would be better:
Loan out a bunch of your jewlery to her and her bridesmaides to wear for the event. When all of it is collected and accounted for, tell her to pick something she likes.
2006-10-20 04:18:29 · answer #1 · answered by Manny 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tacky, yes if it is the ONLY thing offered but you said "part of the wedding gift" so just as long you also offer a gift for the couple too, I think it would be ok...but DO NOT address the party thing and the free stuff at her wedding. Don't put the bride on the spot like that. When she comes to your store to redeem her gift certificate, that would be a more appropriate time to tell her about the party and free stuff.
2006-10-20 04:51:31 · answer #2 · answered by hollyberry 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I guess it depends on how much the gift certificate is for. I think the line is whether she'd have to spend any of her own money to get something nicw. If the certificate is just for a little, and everything costs a lot, that would be tacky. But if it's enough to cover one or two very nice items, then no, it's not tacky.
Don't mention the party at this point. That sounds waaaay too much like promotion. Wait until later, and then talk to her about having a party. Just stick to the gift certificate for now, and make sure it's enough where she can get some things without having to spend any of her own money.
2006-10-20 03:19:11 · answer #3 · answered by locolady98 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes I think a bit tacky, give them a gift of jewelry instead of the gift certificate, I guess it also depends on how well you know the bride, and I am not sure what you mean by the party with the free stuff, but can I have one?
2006-10-20 03:36:47 · answer #4 · answered by ninja cat 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Give her a gift certificate but don't mention the part about having a party. THAT'S tacky.
2006-10-20 05:01:10 · answer #5 · answered by pinkrosegreeneyes bluerose 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES that is totally tacky! try to be happy for someone with out self promotion mixed in. try giving her something that can benefit her and her groom - not something that ultimately benefits you. I know MK women who have done the same thing and all i know is that many women who found out about the "gift" really thought it was totally tacky and self fulfilling. Why dont you give her the gift certificate and sales ploy at another time.. just for the hell of it. Dont do as a gift.
2006-10-20 03:14:09 · answer #6 · answered by !?!?! 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That a tiny bit tacky, but if you think that what you sell is her "style" then it could be less so. If I were you, I'd downplay the fact that it's your business - ESPECIALLY the part about "throwing a party". That's just tastelessly disgusting. A wedding gift should be an expression of your love and happiness at your friend's marriage - not a marketing ploy.
Kind of reminds me of Barbara Bush donating a LOT of money to the Hurricane Katrina relief effort - but stipulating that the money MUST be spent on SPECIFIC educational software that just so HAPPENS to be sold exclusively by her son's company.
2006-10-20 02:32:37 · answer #7 · answered by sewmouse 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
totally tacky. same and throwing a mary kay party or pampered chef party. i know it's the trend for the day, but it really is a low-class thing to do.
now if you really want to give her some of your jewelry as a gift, make sure it's not the main gift and that the amount would be enough to cover a nice piece and don't even hint around about a party.
2006-10-20 03:36:59 · answer #8 · answered by onlylove41 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes I think it is a little tacky. It is almost like regifting! If you truly want to give her something from your business, give her a gift from your inventory. Give her something that you think you would like. Also, mentioning to her that she could host a jewelry party is totally out of the question. It will make her feel like the gift has strings attached.
2006-10-20 05:47:00 · answer #9 · answered by katethefabulous 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it would be a bit tacky. Almost like trying to promote your business on her wedding day. Perhaps if you gave her a piece from your line that you handpicked or something you made especially for her it would be nicer. Of not, you could always give the gift card in addition to another present that way you don't look cheap.
2006-10-20 02:51:10 · answer #10 · answered by pipsqueak8756 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little tackey, unless she really loves jewelry, and there is something there she is sure to like. A better way might be to pick something, and then tell her she can return it for something else, later..If you give her the gift certificate, tell her you will bring her the catalogue to pick from when things are less hectic for her.Save the promotional speech until after the wedding, when she has more time.
What are you getting the groom? Just being nosy.
2006-10-20 02:30:46 · answer #11 · answered by riversconfluence 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋