i8 only have 18 days till my wedding i know it was short notice because of short notice i can not have a bridal showwer do guests bring gifts to the recweption instead
2007-07-16 08:37:27 · 20 answers · asked by lovealwaysamanda1 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
Normally guests always bring gifts to the reception, regardless of whether you have a bridal shower or not.
2007-07-16 08:40:26 · answer #1 · answered by dvlbeneathwings 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You seem to be regarding your upcoming vows as a fundraiser, rather than the joining of two loving persons in the holy bonds of matrimony, so read this carefully. GIFTS ARE VOLUNTARY. Each and every gift you receive is a pleasant surprise, is appreciated but NOT expected. No matter how USUAL it is for Bride and Groom to receive gifts, the mannerly bridal couple gives no hint that gifts are anticipated or expected.
Many people send gifts before or after the wedding, so as not to burden hosts with security and transport for valuables. Any gifts brought to ceremony or reception should be quietly put aside, and opened at another time. Thank you letters MUST be sent within 2 week after you return from your honeymoon, and yes, the groom should share the work.
2007-07-16 09:30:08 · answer #2 · answered by kill_yr_television 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Traditionally the gifts should be taken or sent to the bride's home before the actual wedding but it is also very customary for people to bring gifts to the wedding where there is generally a table set up for them. You might want to ask a reliable friend or relative to keep watch over the table because it is not nice to think but gifts have been known to "wander" away from the gift table. Congratulations and Best Wishes
2007-07-16 08:46:52 · answer #3 · answered by CindyLu 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
For every wedding I've attending guests bring gifts to the reception- whether or not you had a bridal shower. Don't worry, you'll still get presents :)
2007-07-16 08:46:32 · answer #4 · answered by barelyblue82 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would. If I didn't have time to go out and get a gift I would either bring money in an envelope or bring a gift card from a store like Home Depot, Bed, Bath, and Beyond, or the couples favorite store. I think most people would do that.
2007-07-16 09:15:18 · answer #5 · answered by Jose M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What you can do, if you go to a Bridal registry in a department store, and inform your guests that you are registered there, they will either pick something on your list or get you a gift certificate so you can purchase the gift.
Other will have the gifts sent to your home so this way they will not have to carry it to the wedding.
I hope this helps
2007-07-16 12:01:45 · answer #6 · answered by bernie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, my friend had a very personal bridal shower with only her close friends and family. She had a table set up at the reception pretty close to the door so people could bring in there gifts
2007-07-16 08:41:08 · answer #7 · answered by *His Wifey* 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Register for gift cards at your favorite places and let the guest know where you are registered to receive the gifts later. Ask for monetary donations to help pay for the bills of the wedding. Get together with some girlfriends and have a nice dinner party at your favorite restaurant....call ahead and let the manager know so that they can do something special for you. Congratulations and I wish you the best, I hope that this marriage is a wan't to do and not a had to do.
2007-07-16 08:44:46 · answer #8 · answered by bugsy 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, that's a great time to bring gifts. You need to have a table set aside for only gifts at the reception. When the people walk in, they will have a place to put them. By the way, congratulations!!!!
2007-07-16 08:44:07 · answer #9 · answered by The pink panther 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry about getting gifts. Guests aren't required to get you a present.
Some people bring gifts to the reception, while others may mail it to your home so that you won't have to carry it. Some people prefer to bring a card with cash or a check, so that it's easy for you to carry home.
But again, don't worry about it. DO NOT mention anything about gifts to your guests, because it comes across as greedy. Graciously thank them for whatever you may get. And if they bring nothing, graciously thank them for coming.
2007-07-16 08:54:41 · answer #10 · answered by BeatriceBatten 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋