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Bridal Party Gifting on the Big Day

Ashley, on February 23, 2020 at 9:14 AM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 8

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Are bridesmaids expected to gift the married couple money on their wedding day after already paying for the dress, shoes, bridal shower, bachelorette party, etc.? My former roommate is getting married in July and I’m a bridesmaid. FH and I were reviewing our wedding expenses for our own wedding so I want to factor that in if necessary. Her wedding is in July but we also have a wedding in May, June and August to attend on top of saving up for our own wedding. Is it odd to not gift or to at least gift a smaller amount as a bridesmaid? FH will gift them money of course! But not sure what I should do.

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Latest activity by Melle, on February 23, 2020 at 1:03 PM

Devoted June 2021
Caitlin · on February 23, 2020 at 9:26 AM
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I would still bring a gift or money for the couple. I have always brought a traditional gift to weddings that I’ve been in!
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Devoted January 2021
Shelly · on February 23, 2020 at 9:47 AM
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I have still gifted cash even being in the wedding party.
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Expert November 2021
Jade · on February 23, 2020 at 9:50 AM
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I’ve been a BM two times and gave cash both times. FH is a best man in a wedding in May and we are planning on giving a gift then also!
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Hannah · on February 23, 2020 at 9:57 AM
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I've given a gift as well. However, as the bride, I did not expect a gift from anyone, especially not our bridal party. Can you also just track your name on your fiance's gift so it's from both of you, even if it's a lesser amount of money?
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Super October 2020
Fmv · on February 23, 2020 at 11:33 AM
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Ive always given a gift to the couple if i was in the wedding party
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Pirate & 60s Bride · on February 23, 2020 at 11:38 AM
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I would give a much smaller gift or cash contribution. Expenses for a BM seem higher today than they used to be 15+ years ago! It’s fine for you & your FH to together gift the couple a just a card, a small heartfelt gift, or cash amount, especially considering all you’re already buying for her wedding.
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Ashley · on February 23, 2020 at 12:42 PM
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Thank ladies I appreciate it! I definitely was not trying to be cheap or selfish, but I’m still in school and we’re working on getting an apartment. We will gift together whatever we can
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Melle · on February 23, 2020 at 1:03 PM
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A few of my bridesmaids did gift me for my shower and my wedding. I didn’t expect it but it was really nice and me as a bridesmaid I intend to do the same
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