So I'm the Matron of Honor in my best friend from high school's wedding. I spent $45 on a shower gift & so far $75 on a wedding gift. I've already spent $$ on a dress & shoes & I'm paying for bachelorette party decorations & food. Is this enough to spend on her or should I add to her wedding gift?
2007-06-12 02:15:55 · 21 answers · asked by Malley 3 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I know you're still expected to get a gift for the bride & groom even though you've already put $ towards other expenses & I'm happy to buy her gifts...it makes me feel good & yes, what I've already gotten them is things off their registry that I believe from experience are useful items. It is an honor of course to be in her wedding.
2007-06-12 03:55:34 · update #1
If that is what you can afford, it is a generous gift. I would be very grateful if my MOH spent this amount. I will just be happy that she is helping me out so much with the wedding!
2007-06-12 02:27:40 · answer #1 · answered by duritzgirl4 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
That is more than enough... I was the Maid of Honor and spent about $100 all together and found that my gift was more than what they got from most people. Being in her wedding is a gift in itself because brides know how those costs add up between the dress and shoes and hair etc...
2007-06-12 02:20:29 · answer #2 · answered by km2005 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Only you can answer that. Everyone has a different financial situation.
Questions you should ask yourself, what would you have given if you had no other expenses for the wedding? Is that still in your budget after the other expenses?
Did you pay for the bachelorette party all yourself ? I thought that was supposed to be split among the bridal party.
Where I come from $75 is a gift you might receive from someone coming alone to a wedding who is just a friend.
2007-06-12 04:33:42 · answer #3 · answered by no_frills 5 · 0⤊ 2⤋
NO, give $100 OR buy a gift off the registry for $75. Just because you've spent money already does not entitle you to get out of buying a regular gift...it should be an honor to be part of the ceremony!
2007-06-12 03:45:02 · answer #4 · answered by szberi 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If money is getting tight it is completely acceptable. As matron of honor you have a close relationship with the bride so she won't be judging you. She surely knows how much you have done for her already. It's not like your the well off relative or friend who's only giving her 20 bucks.
2007-06-12 03:06:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Definately enough. You have already spent over 100 dollars on just gifts not to mention the party. Its not about the price tags its about what comes from your heart and you have definately shown that you have love for your friend. Relax sweetie, you've done great!
2007-06-12 06:59:37 · answer #6 · answered by pspoptart 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It probably depends on where you are from, where i'm from $75 is very acceptable. Most people here do not go over board on thier weddings (there are some of course) and have very simple receptions, I don't think there is anything wrong on how much you spend on a gift. When my husband and I got married, we didn't judge our friends and family on how much they gave us, we were just happy they were able to attend and be apart of our big day.
2007-06-12 03:26:43 · answer #7 · answered by Em C 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes that is more than enough. You have a job, and you are doing it. Usually (like in the east coast) you spend a 100. per person on a gift. Out here in NM the standard is different and can be as low as 25.00. You are just fine.
2007-06-12 02:20:28 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-07 08:43:06 · answer #9 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well if your in the wedding you dont buy a gift, traditionally anyway. The bride is suposed to give you a gift at the rehearsel diiner. Also thats enough. I think you have gone above and beyond and she is lucky to have you as her made of honor. now just have fun at the wedding and be a friend, dont spend anymore money!!
2007-06-12 02:20:00 · answer #10 · answered by erica b 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋