My husband was recently promoted to middle management, and now he is obliged to certain social events. What is an appropriate wedding gift for a subordinate coworker?
How do you decide how much to spend on the gift? I usually try to give something sentimental or practical, but in this case I am not acquainted with the couple at all. My husband is the groom's supervisor.
2007-04-05 02:31:46 · 23 answers · asked by not yet 7 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
This may sound abit silly but,
a pair of matching mugs, Bath towels, and matching robes are a sure shot! it is both practical and sentimental at the same time.
if it is about the cost, stop worrying.... there are many stores that have said items at low cost, plus it's not what you buy, it's the thought that takes place of giving to a stranger. life is short so have fun a bit.
2007-04-05 02:45:49 · answer #1 · answered by DJenks64 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont know if this helps but I recently got married in December and the best gifts were money or gift cards because we really needed it with all that spending on the wedding and honeymoon!
We registered in both Target and Walmart but people brought us whatever they wanted and we ended up selling or giving away the 500 blenders and 200 toasters!
If you think its 'tacky' to just put money in an envelope make it cute by writing 'For the Honeymoon' in the front or something like this ...
Trust me as a new bride I know what Im talking about they will appreciate this way more than giving them a blender... :)
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2007-04-05 02:45:00 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should find out where their registered and get something off the registry. That way you don't have to guess at what they would like. If they're not registered anywhere give them a gift card to one of their favorite stores or a check (give only what you're comfortable giving). No cash. It's tacky. Remember that they are not family and the gift doesn't have to be sentimental just thoughtful.
2007-04-05 03:04:35 · answer #3 · answered by evadiva 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Keeping it safe, your husband happy, and the subordinate worker feeling "valued" I would recommend going to the location where they are registered and purchase a couple or several placings of dishes. As you know most people choose the stoneware for daily settings, and fine china for special occasions such as anniversary and Thanksgiving. This is a "safe" purchase because the couple have already chosen it, will not return it, will always remember "the boss and his wife", and will really appreciate the fact that you went to the registry to find this information out.
Hope this helps! Everyone should be as considerate on their thoughts about this as you have been in asking this on Y!A.
2007-04-05 02:40:37 · answer #4 · answered by Gerry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give a gift off of the registry, I'd say a $100 gift.
There is no way you can get away with a $20-$30 gift card. Your husband makes more than this guy remember.
2007-04-05 03:20:03 · answer #5 · answered by ee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is hard to give a personal gift to someone you don't even know. By inviting you to their wedding, it seems as though they just want as much as they can get. I am not a fan of gift cards, but I think in this situation, that is the only option. If this is a large company, and you expect many more such invitations in the future, go with a very modest amount, enclosed in a nice card. A small company would indicate a larger amount. My opinion :-)
2007-04-05 02:41:23 · answer #6 · answered by wellaem 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're attending the wedding, the rule of thumb is that your gift should equal in value the price of you and your husband's meal at the reception. For instance if the place is about $100/head, then your gift should be at least $200.
Cash is always appreciated by young couples, or choose something off their registry, or else get a gift certificate to the store where they are registered. Another option is to get a gift certificate to a nice restaurant.
2007-04-05 02:36:55 · answer #7 · answered by ♥Lucky♥ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you going to the wedding? If so, buy off the registry. If you are not attending the wedding, than have your husband talk to other middle managers to see what they usually purchase, and if they usually purchase anything. At some companies, it is typical for managers to give gifts to employees; at others, it's frowned upon. If you husband was just recently promoted, he shouldn't set a precedent that goes against his company's unspoken culture.
2007-04-05 03:00:29 · answer #8 · answered by Pink Denial 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I too usually try to get something personal or sentimental but in this case, I'd stick real close to the wedding registry and choose something from there...since you don't know them, their taste or what they have! If the are not registered for some reason (which they probably are) you could always go with a gift card, ...I know they're always appreciated, but I just don't like to give them! I'd rather try to come up with something else!
2007-04-05 02:36:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local Things Remembered or they also have a web site...and look at the clocks. They are a nice gift, do not cost more than $50 (for the most part) and you can have a nice inscription done. It doesn't have to be anything super personal from you, but perhaps the date of the wedding and their names.
Good luck
2007-04-05 02:37:04 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋