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JuneBride27
Dedicated June 2015

No Wedding Present from Inlaws?

JuneBride27, on September 10, 2015 at 5:21 PM

Posted in Etiquette and Advice 26

What is considered proper gift-giving etiquette for in-laws? At first my husband and I didn't think anything of it, but as we were going through our thank you cards and wedding gift lists, we noticed that his parents never gave us anything. Not even a wedding card. We're a little hurt, but we're not...

What is considered proper gift-giving etiquette for in-laws?

At first my husband and I didn't think anything of it, but as we were going through our thank you cards and wedding gift lists, we noticed that his parents never gave us anything. Not even a wedding card.

We're a little hurt, but we're not going to bring it up. They already spent their money on the wedding reception food, so we're considering that their gift to us. What do you guys think?

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  • JuneBride27
    Dedicated June 2015
    JuneBride27 ·
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    Thank you everyone for replying! I meant to reply long ago, so I apologize. I did write them a nice thank you-card for everything they contributed. I am a sentimental person and cards mean more to me than the material gifts, so I guess I am more hurt about that than not getting a present. But I'm not going to groan around and complain. I am happy and blessed they helped us put the wedding together!

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  • Botty
    Super July 2016
    Botty ·
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    Some people are just not sentimental about the same things, you put a lot of value on a card but they might not see it as anything important next to the fact that they gave you a generous gift and stood by your side. If they are nice and supportive, thank your lucky stars because so many people are dealing with future in laws who are just cruel. A card is just a card, you will have your whole lives together for them to do nice and considerate things of real substance. If they do, that makes you very lucky.

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  • Crystal L.
    Master August 2015
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    I would totally consider that their gift to you guys!! That stuff is expensive, for sure!! I'd definitely send them a thank you card for that! That was really kind of them! =)

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  • FutureMrs.G
    VIP June 2016
    FutureMrs.G ·
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    I would have thought they'd have at least given you a card with some well-wishes. But I wouldn't be offended that they didn't give a gift; they probably spent a ton on the catering. That's a massive expense. I'd definitely send them a thank you card.

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  • KT to be
    Dedicated August 2015
    KT to be ·
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    My parents paid for almost the entire reception and his paid for the rehearsal and honeymoon. Neither of them have us cards. I didn't think anything of it.

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  • Susan
    Master March 2015
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    I got a nice shower gift ($150 set of pots) from my MIL, and she helped with FG basket and pew bows. We got NO card, either. We even opened our presents in their house the day after. Whatever, they can afford a 0.50 card from Dollar Tree at least.

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