I was wondering what the etiquette rules for gifts are for second weddings? My fiance and I have both been married before and have lived together for some time and have a furnished home. When we announced we did not expect any gifts, some family members said they wanted to get us something... so would it be inappropriate to make a registry?
2007-03-12 08:32:37 · 10 answers · asked by sapphirafire 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I think that a registry is fine. Every household, no matter how new or old, still needs things from time to time...linens, cutlery, dishes, etc.
The key here is that OTHER people are asking YOU, not the other way around. If people want to know what to get you then by all means, TELL THEM!
The alternative is that you'll end up with a pile of stuff that you neither want nor need!!
2007-03-12 09:08:12 · answer #1 · answered by Brutally Honest 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make a registry look at as a time to have a little fun like when you were a kid making a Santa Claus list. People will decide what they want to do but, even at a second wedding people do give gifts. Its a special occasion think of it like your second Birthday no one skipped because you already had your first.
2007-03-12 08:39:12 · answer #2 · answered by emmandal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not open a registry. It's unappropiate because is a second wedding for both.
If your family members are asking what to get you, my suggestion to you is to tell them that a gift card would be fine.
You can always replace things that bring back memories (linens, towels, china) and have a fresh start.
Good luck and congratulations
2007-03-12 09:48:25 · answer #3 · answered by Blunt 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No gifts are needed for a second marriage.
A registry would look like you were asking for gifts.
What a bout a honeymoon registry at a travel agency, so if people ask, you can point them in that direction.
2007-03-12 08:54:31 · answer #4 · answered by ee 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Well, if you don't want gifts you don't need to change your mind and make a registry now. Better suggestion is to advise people to make a donation to a charity of their choice.
2007-03-12 10:57:45 · answer #5 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that a small registry should be ok. You can register for things you have been longing for. This way... people might have an idea if they want to go that route.
2007-03-12 08:52:13 · answer #6 · answered by Brown Eyed Girl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it would be inappropriate. For a second wedding???? Very tacky. Besides you have everything you need I assume if your house is already furnished. Besides I think wedding registries, even for first weddings, are inappropriate. I don't feel its up to your wedding guests to furnish your house. If you can't buy those things yourself then you shouldn't expect others to buy them.
2007-03-12 08:43:17 · answer #7 · answered by Kimmy 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Ask them to make a donation to their favorite charity for you...or to make one to your charity. Seriously, do you really need anything else? And how will the other guests feel when some people bring gifts and others don't?
2007-03-12 08:39:23 · answer #8 · answered by J F 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I think so. If I was ever to get married a second time, it would be a very private ceremony and I would not invite anyone...that way, no gifts can be given.
2007-03-12 08:51:19 · answer #9 · answered by Rachel 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes, it would be wrong to do that. I would stick with telling them you dont want anything and if they insist on something then they can think of something themselves. that way others wont feel like they have to give something.
2007-03-12 12:28:35 · answer #10 · answered by Jenn ♥Cadence Jade's mum♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋