2006-12-10 01:23:37 · 27 answers · asked by sassya_uk 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
If you want to, why not? But since it's your wedding, you're the one's getting gifts not giving them. So, it's not like a requirement or anything, but it wouldn't be in poor taste either.
2006-12-10 01:26:36 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only get presents for the people that have helped you with the wedding, and only if you want to and can afford to. A simple bunch of flowers or a simple pendant for bridesmaids.
I'm buying my bridesmaids there jewellery to wear on the day as a gift and I'm guna get my dad and his girlfriend a present because they have helped considerably but I'm thinking of giving the gifts the night before, privately.
2006-12-11 07:55:38 · answer #2 · answered by Lilac Lady 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your parents paid for the wedding or even part of it would be nice to buy them a present. My husband bought my mother a lovely silver photo frame and a thank you card. She has put a picture of us at our wedding in it. It doesnt have to be anything extravagant.
My sister's husband gave my Mum some Godiva chocolates, expensive for chocolates and special. Unfortunately I didnt have my Dad around to give anything to.
Good luck with the wedding, I just had mine 2 months ago, its a very special day!
2006-12-11 06:24:42 · answer #3 · answered by jaygirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should create an iMemoryBook for you and your spouse for your parents gift.
I was trying to decide what to give my roommate for his wedding present. After seeing iMemoryBook I came up with a great idea. I convinced Derek and Wendy to write "He said...She said" stories about the way they met and the way they got engaged. Then using iMemoryBook's invitation system I sent invitations to all of his family and friends, in Utah, and all of her family and friends, in California. Then I watched the wedding memory book grow online. I was amazed at how smoothly this book grew with the iMemoryBook system. Over 70 people got online, viewed and contributed to the book. The final book had over 200 photos, 75 entries(memories), and 100+ pages, iMemoryBook has helped me create something I wouldn't have even imagined possible.
The funny thing is that when it was done, even though my cousin LOVED it I think his mom loved it even more :)
2006-12-10 12:02:32 · answer #4 · answered by hephroy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends. It's tradition that they give you presents, not the other way around. But, if you're having a non-traditional wedding, you might consider getting them something if you can afford it. My fiancee and I are having a non-traditional wedding and are thinking about getting our mom's matching necklaces rather than having them wear corsages that will die.
But, we're still not sure if we can afford it, so basically, it comes down to being a budget issue. If it means a lot to you and you can afford it, go for it. If you need the money for something else, than save it. Your parents definitely shouldn't be expecting anything.
2006-12-10 17:37:24 · answer #5 · answered by Galoshes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually its just flowers for the mothers but a nice idea is a simple picture of the couple with each set of parents and inscribed with thank you or we love you or something personal for each set. Believe me, it will be appreciated whether they helped pay for the wedding or not. There is so much stress on Mums when the kids get married. I know, I've been there twice now and still got three to go!
2006-12-10 09:40:05 · answer #6 · answered by PATRICIA L 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's certainly a nice gesture, especially if one set of parents (or both) contributed to the wedding by helping out with money, planning, or hosting.
Remember, you always have your in-laws, too! It can smooth over a lot by giving a speech to thank them and presenting them with something, even if it doesn't cost very much.
2006-12-10 10:13:41 · answer #7 · answered by Dilettante 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In Italy we give a bomboniera to all our relatives. A bomboniera is a small gift, something that reminds them your marriage. It's not expensive, just 10 or 15 euros each. It can be a small silver frame, a small ashtray, a small mirror or something else. We give a special gift to our parents. When I got married I gave a silver frame to my parents and to my husband's parents. They put a picture of our marriage into the frame and so when they look at this frame they always think about our marriage. Congratulations!
2006-12-10 10:32:53 · answer #8 · answered by olivia74oil 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I think you should. It shoudn't matter who paid for it or anything. It is a wonderful gesture and it should be something sentimental. I am thinking of getting a hanky for both mothers and stitching a nice peom or even just Thank you our wedding date and our names. I don't sew but it can't be that hard right! But it is not required to buy them anything, but you should want too. Just something small to tell them how much you love and appreciate them.
2006-12-10 22:15:06 · answer #9 · answered by melodi_jean_99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to fairplaymusicalgifts.com go to the samples page and download "Song for The Parents of The Bride" Great gift for Brides parents. Contact them and get it on a Gift CD
2006-12-10 10:07:42 · answer #10 · answered by GW 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋