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BloodhoundLover
Dedicated October 2015

If we aren't having a registry, can we just not mention anything about gifts on the invitations?

BloodhoundLover, on July 7, 2015 at 1:41 PM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 28

I don't want a registry. I don't need things. If my fiance wants to set up a small one, fine. The thing is, I'm doing everything for this wedding and he isn't helping me much. I don't want to spend time doing a stupid registry that I don't really want, so if he will do it, fine. But if not, we won't...

I don't want a registry. I don't need things. If my fiance wants to set up a small one, fine. The thing is, I'm doing everything for this wedding and he isn't helping me much. I don't want to spend time doing a stupid registry that I don't really want, so if he will do it, fine. But if not, we won't have it.

I just assumed that if you aren't doing a registry you just don't mention anything regarding gifts on the invitations and most people will get the hint and give you cash. My finace says we should put something on the invitations that says "we don't have a registry so surprise us". I think that is tacky! He says if we don't say anything then people will think "sweet, we don't have to give gifts".

Its ok to just not mention anything on the invites, right?

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  • BloodhoundLover
    Dedicated October 2015
    BloodhoundLover ·
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    My FH is totally clueless and doesn't care about etiquette at all lol.

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  • Mrs. Lav
    Master November 2015
    Mrs. Lav ·
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    No registry info on the invite OR an insert. If you have a registry, people can find that on the wedding website, or call and ask. Google searches are always an option too.

    ETA: Yes, m, we see that she doesn't want to do it. The registry etiquette information is to explain to her why it's okay to have nothing at all, and gives her something to go back to her FH with.

    OP, just because your FH doesn't care about etiquette doesn't mean he should be rude, but I think you knew that, right? Smiley smile

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  • JenniferandRick
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    We're not having a registry either and we decided to say nothing at all. Our guests are intelligent people, they'll figure it out.

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  • Mrs. Nicole
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    Mrs. Nicole ·
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    Asking to hide this thread is just asinine. And clearly did not read the whole post. Also, how is someone going to search for something like this if every *hot topic* is hidden? Come on now.

    But to answer your question, just don't mention anything. Even if you did have a registry, putting where you registered is rude because it's basically saying, "Hey this is where you go to buy us shit." I'd just leave it off. People may ask. You just say you didn't register anywhere. Voila!

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  • Emily
    Master May 2014
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    You are correct and your FH is wrong - gifts aren't mentioned at all on the invitation. Keep in mind that if boxed gifts are common in your area (as they are in some areas), you will still get gifts but without a registry, you will likely get random things that you don't want or need. At least a registry allows you to upgrade items that you need or choose things based on your own taste. If your guests commonly give money at weddings, then you will like receive money anyway.

    Also just ignore KD - no need to hide this post. You are being receptive to advice.

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  • S
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    sdgher ·
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    Amen, Nicole!

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  • Adoretamm
    Master May 2016
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    Just don't mention it in the invite. I don't think you should hide the thread, you're just looking for advice Smiley smile I'm happy you asked this question

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  • MrsPej
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    Ditto what Nicole said. Especially the first sentence. There is nothing wrong with the thread or the question being asked.

    OP just don't put anything anywhere. I am not having a registry either - I had a shower, there was nothing whatsoever about a registry or lack thereof on the invite - people are pretty smart, they figured it out, I got primarily cash and some giftcards/physical gifts. A few people were confused so asked my mom/FMIL - I assume the same will happen with the wedding.

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