I received a wedding invitation that says "No gifts please". Does this mean no gifts (including money), or does this mean, no gifts, but money is okay?
2007-02-08 08:03:21 · 20 answers · asked by gatorbuxfan 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
It may not be good etiquette, but I think it's in taste. No gifts (more often seen on an invite to an anniversary party) means no gifts. Money is a gift. They obviously have enough to pay for the wedding, and don't need a toaster or set of silver. Good for them!
I would take a nice card, though, with a handwritten note wishing them happiness.
2007-02-08 12:52:52 · answer #1 · answered by Ara57 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That, to me, means no gifts. Money is a gift, I don't know who would think it wasn't, so I'm confused by people saying that means they would like money. If they printed no gifts, that means no gifts. I thought about doing that myself, but decided not to at the last minute & I meant no anything, gifts or money. I don't find this tacky at all, I find it refreshing that people just want their guest to attend & not feel like they have to buy a gift or give cash.
2007-02-08 09:37:47 · answer #2 · answered by layla983 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No gifts means nothing, not even money. It is a bit presumptuous to put this on an invitation but it sounds like they just want the present of your company. If in doubt, call the parents.
2007-02-08 08:52:17 · answer #3 · answered by Meems 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It means EXACTLY what it says...the bride and groom wish for nothing, and so therefore the gift of your presence is enough for them.
It would still be appropriate however to bring a nice card with you to commemorate their special day (especially if they're into sentimentality or scrap booking or whatever).
If you're in an absolute quandary over the matter, and you know a fellow guest, ask them. Or when you call to RSVP, ask the person handling the reception details.
2007-02-08 08:54:15 · answer #4 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
First, let me say that putting "no gifts" on a wedding invitation is tacky. Having said that, when they say no gifts, they mean no gifts--of any kind, including money. If you want, you can give them a card expressing your best wishes.
2007-02-08 08:43:16 · answer #5 · answered by Yo' Mama 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Money is not included in the no gifts category. It means they would like money. Some people feel like with all of their belongings they already have things that people might purchase as a present and if they do need something they might not get it so they prefer moeny to help pay for the wedding and to purchase things that they might need. :)
2007-02-08 08:10:47 · answer #6 · answered by iluvmyself676 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It means no gifts of any kind. Take along a card with your best wishes.
2007-02-08 10:02:28 · answer #7 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know others say give money, but I would take that to mean no money, either.
Or perhaps I would just be offended enough by the comment to not bring anything....the bride and groom should not be the ones who dictate what they receive. I feel bad enough doing a registry, I would not specifically tell my guests what they can and cannot bring.
2007-02-08 08:20:59 · answer #8 · answered by Just tryin' to help 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
I would think they didnt want anything because money is a gift as well. It should have stated monetary gifts only
2007-02-08 08:12:27 · answer #9 · answered by Mean Carleen 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
If it says No gifts that means no gifts(monetary or otherwise). Just you.
How refreshing. Just for that I would WANT to give them a gift.
2007-02-08 08:37:22 · answer #10 · answered by kateqd30 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋