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Nicole
Expert September 2017

Gift giving ettiquette for celebration of marriage

Nicole, on May 21, 2017 at 3:30 PM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 22

Hello everyone, I'm mostly just a lurker here, but today I have a question for you guys. One of my friends got married last fall at the courthouse. After she spread the news, I had asked if they needed anything I could get them as a present. They said they didn't need anything, so I sent them a card...

Hello everyone,

I'm mostly just a lurker here, but today I have a question for you guys.

One of my friends got married last fall at the courthouse. After she spread the news, I had asked if they needed anything I could get them as a present. They said they didn't need anything, so I sent them a card and some money. Fast forward to a few months ago and she asks me for an address to send an invitation to what effectively amounts to a celebration of marriage. Their families were mad they didn't have a celebration, so her and her husband are planning one for July. They have a registry for gifts.

My question though is am I supposed to get them another gift since they are inviting me to their celebration of marriage? I know I have no obligation but was wondering what the etiquette is here (if there is any) slash what you would do in my situation.

Thank you in advance!

22 Comments

  • CaboBride2018
    VIP May 2018
    CaboBride2018 ·
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    I actually had this situation with a close friend last year. I didn't give a second gift, but brought a card to the wedding/celebration.

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  • StPaulGal
    Master July 2017
    StPaulGal ·
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    Definitely bring a card. Personally, I would go with a small gift, too, although it's not entirely necessary. I like the idea of a bottle of booze or a low-dollar gift certificate to a local restaurant you know they like.

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