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Cara
Devoted April 2018

Invited to a honeyfund shower...help

Cara, on August 26, 2017 at 9:55 AM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 51

I accepted an invitation for a friend's bridal shower this weekend, and there was a poem attached that in lieu of traditional gifts they'd love if we could contribute to their honeymoon (that's not the poem for verbatim but it was along those lines). I'm aware of the unpopular opinion of...

I accepted an invitation for a friend's bridal shower this weekend, and there was a poem attached that in lieu of traditional gifts they'd love if we could contribute to their honeymoon (that's not the poem for verbatim but it was along those lines). I'm aware of the unpopular opinion of "honeyfunds" here, but I am at a loss as to what to contribute to this. I feel uncomfortable knowing that they will know the exact amount I contributed, as opposed to a tangible gift where it's a little more discreet. Would it be rude to contribute $30? Is it even more rude to just bring a traditional gift anyway? I'm tight on money right now and can't break the bank, I also don't know anybody else going to the shower to split anything with. I already RSVP'd yes and will be attending regardless of "honeyfund" theme, but I'm looking for advice on etiquette for gifting (even though I'm aware the etiquette on their end was to not ask for honeymoon $$ to begin with). Thank you!!

ETA: spelling

51 Comments

  • futuremrsg
    Dedicated September 2018
    futuremrsg ·
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    My MOH had a honeyfund/money shower. I was completely broke, but I took $20 in $1 bills. They never even batted an eye and were appreciative.

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  • Jessica
    Super October 2017
    Jessica ·
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    I mean I had a registry and someone gave me a check for $30 and I didn't think anything negative of it so I doubt they would think anything

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  • Laura
    Dedicated November 2017
    Laura ·
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    I would bring a $25-30 tangible gift of your choice that anyone could use. Bath towel set or decor item with their names and wedding date would be my choice.

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  • T
    Savvy October 2017
    tiarra ·
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    I have a honeyfund for my wedding as well as a registry for traditional gifts. For my FH we are just excited to have ppl at our wedding and any other encompassing events. At the end of the day the couple should just be happy to be surrounded by the ones they love but that's just me lol

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  • Mrs. B
    VIP March 2017
    Mrs. B ·
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    What the F is the point of the shower if all they want is a Honeyfund? Some people...

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  • Mrs.hays
    VIP April 2018
    Mrs.hays ·
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    Ick... give them what you can afford without feeling guilty over it.. not a fan of honeyfunds lol

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  • Sos0033
    VIP September 2017
    Sos0033 ·
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    What irks me about honeyfunds is they're just a façade. The things people ask for on them are ridiculous. I know you aren't getting 12 massages on your 7 day trip, Jessica. I was browsing one the other day and one of the things you could purchase was $100 toward "walking around to explore the city." What? I don't think walking costs that... People always say "we don't need more 'stuff,'" well, you also don't need $800 to walk around! It's just a cute way to ask for cash.

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  • Chelsey
    Dedicated November 2017
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    I'd take a physical gift. Just because you're invited doesnt mean you have to bring anything. At least that's how I look at it. I invited people to my wedding because I wanted them there. Same for my shower... Its who I want to celebrate with. She could have listed her registry and honeyfund elsewhere.

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  • Mrsbdg
    Champion August 2017
    Mrsbdg ·
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    My FH and I built our registry shortly before my shower because we were in school and ridiculously busy. I knew the price of what everyone gave me for my shower as I was opening it and could not have cared less. I was just so grateful and happy they were there celebrating with me. Don't hurt your bank account for a gift. The value isn't important. You are showing up and helping her out for her honeymoon. I'd hope she'd be happy with that.

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  • Private_User832
    Master August 2017
    Private_User832 ·
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    For my shower, the average gift was $50. I know this bc when you buy off a registry the bride knows the prices of the items she put on the registry. So unless you're getting something not off the registry the bride knows ball park what you spent. A few people went off registry and I ended up returning those so I don't recommend that bc i either didn't want it or owned it already. Since you said yes, I would contribute to the honey fund since that's what she clearly wants or just give cash

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