I'm getting married and want to let people know that we have everything we need already as we have lived together for over a year but would like money as a gift for bigger things later on when we move. Something short and sweet to add in the invites if you can help?
2007-02-18 20:20:03 · 7 answers · asked by Lilac Lady 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
We're not asking our guests to give us money we're asking that if they do want to give us anything then we'd prefer money as we have everything material that we need at the moment.
That's why I've asked for a verse to explain that we have a nice house with everything we need so don't need presents. Money would come in handy for the honeymoon and when we get the kitchen done up but we're not demanding anything!!!!!
2007-02-19 01:56:19 · update #1
Hi Lilac Lady...how about:
We have no 'bottom drawer' to fill,
But we have an idea that would fit the bill.
So we'd like to ask you if we may,
In place of gifts for our special day;
We ask would you please like to donate,
Some money or vouchers for a later date.
Hope the weather is nice and you have a great day!! :o)
2007-02-18 21:26:09 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 3⤋
Just done a similar thing after living together for 4 years. We didn't put anything in the invites though about gifts. We waited a couple of weeks then sent out an email to the effect.
'Had a few enquiries about wedding presents... lived together for 4 years... got everything we want... we would like money to spend on experiences/day trips whilst on honeymoon... will be plenty of pics to show what we've done!'
Don't be afraid to just say you want money so long as you explain what it's for, it's very common and people don't see it as rude these days, just practical.
I'm not too clever with words but will have a think and maybe add something later...
2007-02-18 20:41:19 · answer #2 · answered by spikles00 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Sorry, what you're looking to do is very rude and tacky. Even if you aren't outright asking for gifts, you should not mention any type of gift AT ALL in the invitations. Just don't register anywhere, and let it spread by word of mouth that you just want money. It's what most people bring anyway.
2007-02-19 02:30:18 · answer #3 · answered by Pink Denial 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Wow.
I realize that a lot of couples have everything they need before they get married, but it doesn't change the fact that it is simply rude and tacky to ask for money (or any OTHER gift for that matter). Period.
Yor wedding guests are just that - guests. To ask them to bring a gift (monetary or otherwise) is essentially the same as charging admission to your wedding. Whe people give gifts, it's a gift from the heart because they want to do something for you, not because you asked for it.
2007-02-19 00:55:32 · answer #4 · answered by sylvia 6 · 3⤊ 3⤋
How about this?
In lieu of wedding gifts, we ask that you may want to consider a donation to help us as we begin to move on to bigger things as a couple.
2007-02-18 20:34:52 · answer #5 · answered by glencosalsa 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Our life thus far has been a wonderfull blend
For material things please do not spend,
For when we move we shall need so much more
So please give money not goods we so implore
We are looking forward to seeing you on our day
We shall see you soon, stay well we pray
2007-02-18 20:34:35 · answer #6 · answered by brianthesnailuk2002 6 · 1⤊ 2⤋
we are getting married
we hope it will be sunny
don't bring us a prezzie
we'd rather have the money!
2007-02-18 20:33:02 · answer #7 · answered by jacky p 2 · 4⤊ 3⤋