If I have already purchased a present for a friend's wedding via the wedding registry, should I also get the flowers?
I read somewhere that it's not appropriate to give flowers (especially at the church) since it may be not convenient for the bride and the groom to transport the flowers from the church.
But somehow it feels weird to come to a wedding with empty hands, even if the present was already sent to the newlyweds....
2007-05-20 21:05:08 · 11 answers · asked by Kitties 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
In todays society, wedding eddiquete is not so black and white.
Who pays for what, the format of the wedding, the gift registry - its all changing. It is an indivual choice either for the bride and groom or the guests.
At the end of the day, it is your choice. If you would feel more comfortable to buy flowers as well, do so. If you feel like the bride and groom are not fussy in that respect, then dont worry, save the money and worry.
Try to interpret how the bride and groom feel. They have set up a registry so that suggests that they have particular things they would prefer and dont really want lots of random gifts. So they probably wont worry about not receiving flowers on the day - as you said it may be inconvenient to handle. Specially if the flowers might stain the dress.
Why dont you go for one of those cards that dangle from ribbon that you slip on the wrist of the bride? They dont have to worry about it then as it just wraps around the wrist and wont get in the way? Plus that way you can write a little note on it for keepsake.
Do what is most comfortable to you, but remember times are changing and everyone seems to take tradition vs modern very different.
2007-05-20 21:28:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think you should just bring a card, maybe you can put a poem inside or something, but you've already sent a gift, so you're all set! Most people do the same, so there is no need for flowers. The couple may be so involved in getting settled into their home and figuring out what to do with all their gifts and packing that they may not have time to appreciate flowers, although they are a beautiful gesture!
Just hold your handbag in one hand and a cocktail in another... you won't be empty-handed then! :)
2007-05-21 01:24:27 · answer #2 · answered by LoLo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As the mother of the bride last month, I beg you, go to the wedding empty handed. It is the family of the bride/groom who have to load everything brought to the wedding in their vehicles and get them to the home of the new couple, who may be on their honeymoon for a week or two. You sent a gift ahead of time (bless you), and nothing else but your presence at their special day is necessary!
2007-05-20 22:48:39 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you feel truly out of place coming empty handed bring a really nice card. No one will know if there is a cash gift in there and you can feel like you have something to leave on the gift table.
Save the flowers for their first born child!
2007-05-20 21:13:50 · answer #4 · answered by flhomeschoolers 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It's not necessary. Flowers are ready purchased for the wedding. If you have sent a present already then it is ok to come empty handed.
2007-05-20 21:10:31 · answer #5 · answered by kgee 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you feel weird going empty handed take a card. You have already sent the gift.
2007-05-21 01:37:53 · answer #6 · answered by mimegamy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a million. once you compromise to be in the marriage, you're agreeing to placed on regardless of the bride asks you to placed on and pay for it in complete. could that dress be gruesome and costly? Yep. yet once you compromise to the function, you handle that danger. 2. i comprehend you all had sturdy intentions going to look at outfits yourselves, yet i will additionally comprehend why she could be annoyed if she has her very own recommendations approximately what she needs and would not desire to be forced or pushed into choosing something that would not mirror her style. purely comprehend she could desire some independence right here and permit it pass! 3. I have been given particularly under pressure over bridesmaids outfits too, she's in all risk purely under pressure. i'm specific she would not hate you!! do not difficulty. optimistically she'll hit upon a dress she likes day after today devoid of you men and then this could all be at the back of you.
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2007-05-21 20:59:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No need to bring flowers if you have already sent the gift.
2007-05-20 21:09:27 · answer #9 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO YOU DON'T HAVE TO . BUT IF YOU FEEL LIKE IT, GO AHEAD. A WEDDING CAN NEVER HAVE TO MANY FLOWERS ! MAY BE IN A BASKET , IT'S EASIER TO CARRY.
2007-05-20 21:29:17 · answer #10 · answered by 10-T3 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋