2007-06-14 06:42:58 · 22 answers · asked by Matt G 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
You are never obligated to send a gift, but with that said it's the proper thing to do.
2007-06-14 06:47:03 · answer #1 · answered by Laura 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is etiquette to send a monatary gift of 1/3 to 1/2 of what you would have given if you had attended. Buy a wedding card, place the (will not attend card) inside and a check. Write something nice that unfortunately due to ...............you will not be able to attend. Sign it..and mail it out before the wedding occurs.
2007-06-17 18:45:21 · answer #2 · answered by cardgirl2 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are not obligated to buy a wedding gift if you are unable to attend the wedding . . BUT it would be a kind and thoughtful gesture. A small gift or a gift certificate is appropriate.
Here's another thought . . take them out for breakfast or brunch about thirty days after the wedding. Everybody loves to go out for breakfast!
Answered by: A Certified wedding specialist / A Professional bridal consultant / A Wedding ceremony officiant
2007-06-14 19:55:22 · answer #3 · answered by Avis B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually yes. It depends on how well you know the bride and/or groom. It also depends on whether you expect to continue a relationship with them afterwards. The closer you are to one or both of them, the nicer the gift should be (within your means). If you aren't that close to either of them, but want to be, send a nice gift. If you don't know them that well, and probably never will, send a modest gift or at least send a card wishing them well, along with your regrets at not being able to attend.
2007-06-14 13:55:37 · answer #4 · answered by LEW 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A wedding gift is never actually required, but it's always a nice thought. If you like the couple and wish them well, feel more than free to send a gift. If you're not close, a congratulatory note is perfectly acceptable.
2007-06-14 13:47:40 · answer #5 · answered by gileswench 5 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
You still want to let the couple know that you value their friendship and would like to commemorate the importance of this day in their lives with a blender. This is the same reason you send a gift if you DO attend the wedding.
2007-06-14 13:47:13 · answer #6 · answered by Patti C 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Yes! This shows your thoughtfulness and that you wish them well. I think a gift is even more important if you can't attend the wedding, since you won't be able to bestow the gift of your presence!
It doesn't have to be something extravagant, but you should send something.
2007-06-14 14:06:07 · answer #7 · answered by blondissima622 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, it is appropriate to send a gift even if you cannot attend. It's not like it is a trade of the gift for wedding reception food.
2007-06-14 13:46:07 · answer #8 · answered by Wolfithius 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
YES you do. It shows that you appreciate the invite and that you respect and care about the couple getting married. buy something on their registry or just send them a check for whatever you can afford ($50, 100, 200). If you send a check send it in their married name like Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Smith. (so Mr smith could deposit it if they still dont have a joint checking account and you are showing that you care about both of them).
2007-06-14 16:02:12 · answer #9 · answered by Educated 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It would be a nice gesture but since your not even attending, then you do not need to send a gift.
2007-06-14 13:49:12 · answer #10 · answered by sugarBear 6 · 2⤊ 2⤋