I'm a bridesmaid in the wedding
2006-10-29 10:36:55 · 19 answers · asked by Nosugarcoating 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I always do it this way: depends on how much you like them, like if they are close family or close friends I spend around 50 If they are not so close family or friends I spend 25. I know that sounds terrible but that is how I do it! It also depends on what you can afford.I guess it also depends on the old saying it is the thought that counts too. Good luck & have a nice night!
2006-10-29 10:38:35 · answer #1 · answered by lisababyg ♥ 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Balance out how much would you like to recieve if it were you and what you can afford, I think $50-$100 is average but sometimes spend a bit more for family and close friends.
As a bridesmaid you would have spent a bit already which is why they usually give you the gift, maybe you could discuss this with the bride and see whether she even expects anything from you - I expected my bridesmaids were already giving me a gift by helping out.
2006-10-29 19:18:27 · answer #2 · answered by ashvan76 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bridesmaid or not I give them a gift that reflects how much they mean to me. I once spent $90 on a friend and was not even in the wedding but had know her since 6th grade. Give what you want to give and what you feel is appropriate. There is not a rule that states it should be a specific amount. Hope this helps.
2006-10-29 19:30:12 · answer #3 · answered by CGS 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're a bridesmaid, you're proabably already spending too much. It is quite an expectation on the part of the bride to ask them to spend that kind of money on a dress and shoes, which are quite often something they will never wear again. In addition, you probably have showers to attend also. Whew! Where does it stop. I would spend $25-30 dollars ( or less), and write something touching and sweet in the card.
2006-10-29 20:03:36 · answer #4 · answered by Momma Jo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Being a Bridesmaid is an automatic expense to you more so than just an invited guest. It is an honor to be asked though. If the bride is a relative, sometimes you may be tempted to spend a little bit more. I think most people try to give a gift worthy of the cost of the meal/drinks being served.
2006-10-29 18:42:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
how many people are your bringing?
just yourself buy something at least the cost of the dinner about $50
bringing a date $100.
bridesmaids can get away with $25.
2006-10-29 20:15:31 · answer #6 · answered by Sooozy&Sanobey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually you go by the cost of your plate/dinner - if you're bringing a date - multiply by 2 X cost of plate - I usually add $50-$75 to that, dep. on how close I am to the wedding party. Since you are bridesmaid - I'd go closer to $50+(cost of plate X guests that I bring along) since you probably incurred expenses as well.
When I was a bridesmaid - I gave $125, since I also hosted the bridal shower.
2006-10-29 18:46:00 · answer #7 · answered by ami 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
The closer you are to the couple, the more you should give. Parents of the bride/groom should give more then $5,000. Close friends and immediate family should give $200 at the very least and upwards. Cousins and family friends can give $75 but no one should ever give less then that.
2006-10-29 21:17:40 · answer #8 · answered by Rachel 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My bridesmaid didn't give me any gift since being bridesmaid she already had to pay for her own gown plus jewelry etc and we also didn't give her any gift. her presence was a gift already for me, and she felt honored to be there, that's all that matters for us.
2006-10-29 19:22:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I top out at around $25-30. Unless they're extremely special, then I might spend $45.
2006-10-29 19:02:12 · answer #10 · answered by chefgrille 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋