i'm going to take my gf to my coworker's wedding, but my gf doesn't know my coworker at all. so, do i have to include my gf's name on the wedding gift that i'm going to give to the couple? is it good to bring the gift to the wedding or just mail it out to them? i want to know the common way to do it, so i wouldn't get embarassed...
2007-06-14 12:56:50 · 16 answers · asked by MoniJ 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
The correct way is to send the gift to the couple beforehand...but most couples do have arrangements to accept gifts at the reception now, since that's a custom more honored in the breach these days.
As for whether to put your girlfriend's name on the card, was she invited in her own name? If so, her name should go on the card, especially if she helped to choose or pay for it. If she was simply 'and guest' on the invitation and had no hand in getting the gift, you may properly leave her name off.
2007-06-14 13:10:23 · answer #1 · answered by gileswench 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if your gf attends the wedding, put both of your names on the gift. If it's a wedding you're travelling to, then order the gift through the online registry of the store and the couple can pick it up. If it's a nearby wedding, just bring the gift with you.
2007-06-15 02:51:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think sending the gift and bringing it to the wedding are both acceptable; personally, I would rather have it at the wedding where it looks pretty, instead of in a cardboard box among a hundred other cardboard boxes at home.
As for whether or not to sign your gf's name, it doesn't really seem necessary. I think her main role is to come as your date, i.e. a guest. If she knew them better (or at all), it might be different. Also, if she wanted to chip in money for the gift. But it sounds like neither of those are the case.
2007-06-14 13:04:46 · answer #3 · answered by Beth N 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
any gift-giving isn't embarassing, so you can bring a gift to either. Personally, I thought it was fun opening up gifts after my wedding, but that's just me. As far as the card, your gift should reflect a gift from 2 people if you are bringing a date, so you should include her in the card as well. Remember to give enough for 2!
2007-06-14 13:06:12 · answer #4 · answered by szberi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on how long you two have been dating. If she is a long time girlfriend I think you should include her. If she isn't I wouldn't. It is better to take the gift to the wedding. There is usually a table at the reception designated for gifts.
2007-06-14 16:43:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Typically you would bring the gift to the reception after the wedding, and as far as adding your gf's name...I guess it would depend on how serious you are with her. If it is someone that you are just dating then no I wouldnt add her, but if this is someone you love I would add her. I would be very hurt if I went to a wedding with my serious bf/hubby and he didnt put my name on the gift/card.
2007-06-14 13:01:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't stress yourself over it hun, it will be the last thing on the brides mind, trust me.
Bring the gift with you, they will have a gift table at the Reception, and put both names on the card. At least that way when the bride does her Thankyou cards she will know the name/spelling of your gf to include on the thankyou.
2007-06-14 14:42:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people bring the gift to the reception but you can do either one.
Unless your girlfriend was specifically invited by name then you don't need to put her name on the gift.
2007-06-14 13:02:13 · answer #8 · answered by pspoptart 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you don't need to include her name. Take the gift with you to the reception.
2007-06-15 00:10:19 · answer #9 · answered by Lydia 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes put the guests name on the gift but you dont HAVE to. But if you do it isnt a bad idea.
2007-06-14 19:04:43 · answer #10 · answered by Educated 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋