What's the proper way to let your guests know not to give you any presents because you can't take them with you? Would asking for money instead, not asking but suggesting it as a better way for those who want to give something, be justified in this instance?
2007-10-10 20:48:27 · 3 answers · asked by delina_m 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I think it would be fine to put a little note on the invitations asking people not to give you any presents as you will be moving out of the country soon and can't take them with you. Don't ask for money instead though, that would be rude. People who will really want to give you something will give you money without you asking for it. Some people might not give you anything, so be prepared for that possibility too.
2007-10-10 23:46:28 · answer #1 · answered by undir 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hm... asking for anything in particular seems greedy, especially when it comes to asking for money. And it's also considered inappropriate to suggest to people what gift they should give you. It's a violation of etiquette rules. I think the best thing you can do is just send out over your social networks that you are going to be moving, and hope for the best. If you get some gifts that you can't take with you, hopefully you can take them back to the store or someone in your old location will be able to enjoy them.
2007-10-10 20:54:22 · answer #2 · answered by drshorty 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In Asian culture, money is the main form of gifts. If you are an Asian, yes, do it. If you are not, don't worry, tell them you will be emigrating and they will take the hint and not give you bulky gifts.
2007-10-11 01:57:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋