2007-06-20 09:26:28 · 17 answers · asked by Andi B 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Sure! For maximum tackyness, put it right on the invitations.
2007-06-20 12:31:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
People wonder if money is an appropriate gift, and this depends on the culture of the bride and groom. For most couples, money is a great gift, especially if they are just starting out in life and might want to save to buy a home or save for future child-related expenses. You should use your judgment here. If the amount you wish to give is significantly greater than the cost of the more expensive items in the bridal registry, then it is quite likely there will be no complaints about your gift! If you know from close friends or family that the couple is happy to receive cash, then you are good to go. Remember that cash in small amounts may seem cheap compared to a less expensive gift from the registry, so again, use your judgment.
2007-06-20 16:35:31 · answer #2 · answered by LittleBarb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm guessing you mean cash instead of "gifts" for your wedding. No, it isn't appropriate to "ask" for anything. It is assumed people will bring a gift but you should never expect it. I think nowadays most people give a gift for the bridal shower and cash for the wedding anyway. If you haven't had your bridal shower yet and you'd rather have cash then gifts....register only at Bed Bath and Beyond. Anything you get from there that is off your registry, you can return for cash :) Just be prepared to explain when someone visits and asks where their gift is and if you're enjoying it :)
2007-06-20 16:31:44 · answer #3 · answered by geistswoman 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree, you need to get the word out through parents and bridal party. However, to make it sound less begging and more informative, tell them why. Why do you want cash...what special thing are they helping you purchase...honeymoon? Down payment on a house?
That way it can be brought up in casual conversation (but not by you!) Your mom can mention to Aunt Sally that the two of you have found the dream home and are saving for the down payment...Aunt Sally will get this hint...lol...or buy you linen for the new pad! But lets hope the guests just get the hint.
Good luck and CONGRATS!
2007-06-20 16:34:21 · answer #4 · answered by countrygyrl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What are you asking?
Are you asking for people to give you cash but not come to your wedding? That's what it sounds like........
If you're asking if you can ask your guests to give you cash instead of a gift, it's rude for you to print that on your invite but you spread around the word by mouth that you need cash instead of stuff you should be fine.
Good luck and congratulations!
2007-06-20 16:38:32 · answer #5 · answered by soccerref 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nope sorry.... there is NO "nice way" to ask for anything, especially money.
A gift is not even "required". You should never-ever put anything in a wedding invite about registry, let alone requesting cash gifts. It's down-right rude.
2007-06-20 17:32:28 · answer #6 · answered by Laura 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure as long as you only spread this information through word of mouth by yourselves, your parents, or the bridal party when a guest asks about your gift prefrences.
Putting it in invites is extremely tacky. Putting ANYTHING about gifts on invites is tacky and rude.
2007-06-20 16:29:41 · answer #7 · answered by pspoptart 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This question is asked a lot, you may be disappointed with the answers.
You never ask for a gift for your wedding, but if someone asks what your prefer you can tell them. A gift should be given freely.
You can also tell bridal party and immediate family how to respond if asked. This is called word of mouth.
2007-06-20 16:31:12 · answer #8 · answered by no_frills 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
as long as you are not doing the asking. parents and the bridal party can tell what you prefer, but you can not
also, still register so you know where the items come from and you can return them for the cash if that is what you need most
2007-06-20 16:30:48 · answer #9 · answered by Christina V 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh this same old question again, when you typed it did you not see the million other identical questions???? Just read their answers, they are all the same IT IS NEVER APPROPRIATE TO ASK FOR CASH.
2007-06-21 06:33:56 · answer #10 · answered by sparkleythings_4you 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well not really why would some one just give you money and not be invited to the wedding unless they really didnt want to come or if it is family they might send money and no have to travel to come to the wedding. I just never heard of that .Sorry i wasnt much help but think about it,Good luck
2007-06-20 16:31:35 · answer #11 · answered by frogmom47 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋