Wedding Gifts?

Question

A good friend who is 26 is getting married. I plan on giving cash. What is a reasonable amount to give?

Answer 1

Acquantaice : $50
Friend : $100
Relative : $150-200
If you are in the wedding party: $150-200

Good luck

Answer 2

I'm going to give an etiquette Q&A that has nothing to do with weddings or gifts, but addresses the more general subject of reciprocity.

Q: An old friend from college moved into my town, got in touch, and invited my husband and I to dinner. I hadn't realized my old friend was so wealthy. Canapes and drinks were passed by servants in matching outfits, followed by a dinner of very fancy foods with expensive wines. A state senator was among the guests! I really like this old friend and I'd love to see her again, but there is no way in the world I can return this kind of lavish entertainment. What can I do?
A: You entertain her based on your own level of wealth, not hers. Invite her to join your family for a visit to the zoo or meet your neighbors at a backyard burger feast.

This prinicple also applies to gift giving. You choose a gift based on your own level of wealth and your relationship with the recipient.

Answer 3

I would say $50.00 is enough. Have you helped your friend with wedding planning or details to get the big day to come together? If you haven't given any of your time towards the big day I might give her a gift card to a spa or salon so she can relax....Just an idea!

Answer 4

That is totally up to you, honestly, any amount is reasonable in my opinion.

At our wedding we got cash gifts ranging from $25-$500.

My favorite gift (which is my standard gift for most weddings I attend now), was my wedding invitation matted and framed. Gorgeous and thoughtful idea.

Answer 5

The bottom line is what can you afford? If you are struggling and trying to make ends meet, you know what you can afford. I just gave $200.00 to a friend's daughter that I am not close to but have known for years for a wedding gift. It is relevant as to your circumstances. I am sure any reasonable amount would be appreciated.

Answer 6

Depends on how good of a friend she is. If she is one of your best friends, $100 or how ever much you can comfortably afford. If it's just a good friend, the $50 or so. It really depends on what you have to give. They'll appreciate it no matter how much it is, I'm sure.

Answer 7

However much you can afford without pinching for pennies.

How close is this friend? How long have you known them?

$50 always sounds like a good idea for a friend.

Answer 8

Depending on how close the friendship is, I would give between 50 and 100 dollars.

Answer 9

Wow, my wedding is $100 a plate- I hope people don't give us $50!! Your suppose to pay for your meal plus a gift. I normally give at least $100 per person ($200 for a couple).

Answer 10

Give what you can afford. In the northeast, people usually give a minimum of $100 if the gift is from one person. If you really can't afford it, then give less, but be generous. If you want the focus to be on the thought and not the dollar amount, do something personal, like having their invitation matted.

We received some very cheap monetary gifts from people who could have afforded more, and it was hard to not take it personally. One couple gave us $50, which seemed cheap after they had a four course sit down dinner and top shelf open bar all night. So I guess we were only worth $50 to them!

If you don't want the focus to be on the dollar value, get something senitmental.