2006-12-24 16:15:25 · 21 answers · asked by Future father-in-law 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Sure, why not? It's the nice thing to do, but you're not obligated.
2006-12-24 16:18:03 · answer #1 · answered by Jess H 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Usually, if you're not invited to the wedding or if you did not attend the wedding, there is no obligation to give a gift. For most people, if you received a wedding announcement that they eloped, you would not send a gift - just a little card congratulating them.
It's very tacky that her mother sent the announcement, and in a Christmas card no less! Your niece and her husband should have sent the announcement card. And they also should not have any expectation of a gift. However, since it is your niece I would suggest sending a card and a small check or gift card (about $50).
2006-12-26 04:31:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, a wedding announcement does not obligate the recipient to send a gift. If you would like to acknowledge the wedding then send a card wishing the couple well. Send a gift if you can/want.
2006-12-25 13:12:15 · answer #3 · answered by weddingqueen 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd say a card with a good amount of money in it would be just fine. Nothing big. I mean, your niece is married! It should be exciting even though they eloped. So yeah, go with the card with some money that would help them set up their new life together. Good question though, I hope my answer helped!
2006-12-28 05:37:32 · answer #4 · answered by NICOLE 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh God yes! More people should elope and involve half the damn country anyway. Just be grateful you missed out on all the cheesy sentiments, and can send a gift without actually having to think how the dinner wasn't near worth what you gave them. Just give the gift and congratulate them on a job well done. Hee Hee!
2006-12-24 17:01:51 · answer #5 · answered by kikumatsu 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Rule of thumb. You get an announcement or an invite you send a gift. That is what my mother always told me.
2006-12-27 04:11:45 · answer #6 · answered by Jennifer B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hummm--so its what an announcement for what a reception?? Or just the marriage has taken place--either way if you don't feel like a gift is in order--depending on how close you are to your niece--a card to show somesort of response is nice
2006-12-24 17:15:59 · answer #7 · answered by skizzle-d-wizzle 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think that's entirely up to you. It would be nice to acknowledge the union whether with a gift, a card or a phone call. Do what feels right to you.
2006-12-24 20:41:53 · answer #8 · answered by coco 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only if you would like to - - - - Even if you don't send a gift - you need to send a card to acknowledge the event.
2006-12-24 16:24:20 · answer #9 · answered by kiki 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would! She's only going to get married once, no matter how she and her newly-wed hubbie decided to tie the knot. They are in love, and they got mairred. You're family, and besides- would you honestly fell good about NOT sending a gift?
2006-12-24 16:54:44 · answer #10 · answered by truelovewaits 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I would. Even though they eloped, they still got married, and by sending the announcement, they're sharing it with you.
2006-12-24 16:30:21 · answer #11 · answered by Happy Wife 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋