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Does the Bride give the Sister of the Groom a gift?

Maggie, on August 14, 2020 at 1:58 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 8

I know, traditionally, the bride gives a gift to the parents of the groom, but does that also include the groom's sister? My future sister-in-law and I have become great friends over the course of my relationship with her brother, so I want to make sure I'm respectful.

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Latest activity by Tara, on August 20, 2020 at 11:52 AM
  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
    Caytlyn ·
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    No, that’s not traditional unless she’s a bridesmaid.
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    Legend June 2019
    Melle ·
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    You don't have to.

    but if she's a part of your wedding like a reader or helping out in general, etc or just has done a lot for you for the wedding then it would be nice!

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    Master 0000
    Judith ·
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    Gifts to the parents are NOT traditional, beyond giving them an album or framed pictures after the wedding. There has been a recent trend of giving everybody gifts every time you turn around, but parents are celebrated with gifts on their birthdays, their anniversary, Mother's Day, Father's Day, and winter holidays with presents, but not on your wedding day.
    You can do what you want. But traditionally this is time for them to give you a wedding gift.
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    Master October 2022
    Jana ·
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    Not necessary unless she's a bridesmaid. Parent gifts are optional too.
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  • Yasmine
    Master October 2020
    Yasmine ·
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    I will be, only because they are bridesmaids. If they weren't in the wedding party I wouldn't be

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    Super October 2021
    Ashley ·
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    Nope! It’s normal to give gifts to the bridal party and parents, but that’s where it ends. The presents are thank you gifts for their help, support, and in the case of parents, for raising you.
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  • Mrs. Spring
    Master April 2021
    Mrs. Spring ·
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    No, it's not tradition but you may do so at your discretion.
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  • Tara
    VIP November 2016
    Tara ·
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    If she's in your wedding party, I'd say yes. If she's not officially part of the wedding, I don't think it's necessary but would be a nice gesture. Maybe a necklace or bracelet that says something about being your "bonus sister" or "sister by choice".

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