me and my friend are having a HUGE party for our 14th. since its going to be a little bit expensive, our parents said that the party is our only present. but, we both need some new clothes that fit us better. is there a polite way to ask people to please bring a gift?
2007-03-06 12:11:57 · 22 answers · asked by BOGS! 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
cool congrads ! just put (gifts are welcome) on the invitation dudes or chicks
2007-03-06 12:17:40 · answer #1 · answered by josh s 3 · 0⤊ 5⤋
No, there never is a polite way to ask for a gift.
If someone is invited to a birthday party, then the guest knows already that they need to bring a gift to the party. Registering for gifts is reserved for engaged-to-be married couples and parents-to-be for baby showers, not for someone who is having a birthday party.
There will be many other types of parties you will attend in the future, many do not require a gift, however, some do. But, because of the size of your party, keep in mind that not everyone will feel obligated to bring a present to you. Further, don't forget that if you receive a gift, you need to send a handwritten thank you note for the gift. If the person took the time to go out and get you a present, you need to take the time to thank them properly.
Congratulations on the birthday, enjoy the party.
2007-03-06 13:13:58 · answer #2 · answered by aivilo 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Whatever the occasion, be it birthday or anniversary, send out an invitation stating the celebration and people will get the hint. There is no polite way to ask people to bring a gift other than have it done by a third party, like a close friend or relative. Happy 14th!!!!
2007-03-06 12:24:58 · answer #3 · answered by Jody 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't mean to be negative, but thought I'd give you a different view point. Asking people for a gift, no matter how much you want it, is a lil awkward, and you might sound materialistic. I understand money goes in throwing a party....but that is your decision. I personally feel, even if you don't ask for gifts, people will get something anyway. Atleast the thoughtful and gracious ones.
Wait a sec......it's a birthday party right?? Then everyone will obviously be getting gifts! You don't need to ask for it.
2007-03-06 12:20:50 · answer #4 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
No....you are choosing to for go gifts (from your parents) in place of having a party....I think it is extremely rude to say bring a gift....I wouldn't think of coming without a gift if I was invited to a birthday party...but for you to come out and request a gift...and on top of that to request what kind of a gift to bring...is extremely bad mannered.
Now if you were having a family birthday party...it would be okay to make a little suggestion to grandma...but definitely not to friends...just my opinion.
2007-03-06 12:17:12 · answer #5 · answered by ticklemeblue 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
sure and no If someone is throwing a housewarming party for a buddy then sure a present could arrive with the customer or if client won't be able to attend then a small present or card interior a week could arrive. If proprietor of a house is throwing a celebration hence himself then a present could be optionally accessible. Rule of thump is we do not throw activities to obtain presents. in case your $500.00 present will be way more suitable then easily everyone else then it would receive in deepest so now to not ensue easily everyone else. A card in hand could save easily everyone from questioning your low priced.
2016-12-05 08:33:57 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is NO NICE way to ask people to bring a gift to a party. Their presence is your present.
Gosh, but you are truly selfish. Either have the party, or don't, but you cannot beg gifts.
2007-03-06 13:25:25 · answer #7 · answered by istitch2 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I can't think of any way you could tell your friends that... And you'd better not ask them seriously, because there's no worse way of ruining your own reputations. I strongly STRONGLY recommend you don't. You can just wait and see if your friends think of gifts.
I'm sure you can find a better way of buying new clothes than asking your friends for it. :) Or why not just cut down some expense from the party and saving some for yourselves? Like a bake sale, or a car wash, or doing odd chores? Nothing beats helping yourself by earning your own money...
2007-03-06 22:45:55 · answer #8 · answered by beachblue99 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't kids usually bring gifts to a birthday party anyway?
2007-03-06 15:10:23 · answer #9 · answered by B"Quotes 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A slightly tactful way to ask is to include a "gift idea" list in the invitation. Although it shouldn't be really long, and don't be surprised if not everyone brings a gift. In addition, most people, in general, assume that gifts should be brought to a birthday party.
2007-03-06 12:22:08 · answer #10 · answered by pyro_bs6 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋
that's rude to ask for presents.People will bring presents anyway if it's a birthday.If it's not what you like,tough. Accept with a smile and know that the person meant well
2007-03-06 14:05:26 · answer #11 · answered by starla_o0 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋