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Wedding invitation for whole family

Amelia, on October 7, 2019 at 4:26 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 6
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Hi all- I was recently invited to my cousin's wedding which will be in Florida later this year. It is technically a destination wedding as the bride as well as my whole family is from the Midwest. I am also in the wedding party handing out programs (not a bridesmaid). I am in my mid 20s - so would expect to get my own invite- but instead it was implied with the invitation my parents received. I will be spending a lot of money on the flights and other wedding party activities; as I did not receive my own invitation, should I give the couple a gift that is solely from me? Or as my invite came with my parents, our family is only expected to bring one gift?

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Latest activity by Mrs. Bubba, on October 8, 2019 at 3:39 AM
  • Caytlyn
    Legend November 2019
    Caytlyn ·
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    No one should be expected to bring a gift no matter how the invitations are addressed. As an adult in my mid 20’s, I can’t imagine piggy-backing off of my parent’s gift, but I don’t think it would be “tacky” to do so either.
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  • Tessa
    Devoted November 2019
    Tessa ·
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    One invitation = one gift has always been my understanding. You are essentially invited as your parents +1 and aren't required to send a gift. I don't think its ever "wrong" to send a gift anyways if you would like, but it wouln't be rude to have one gift that was from everyone listed on the one invitation.

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  • Cher Horowitz
    Master December 2019
    Cher Horowitz ·
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    As an adult, I would get my own gift but I suppose it's up to you because of the invitation!

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  • A
    Beginner June 2024
    Alison ·
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    Save the money and get in on your parents gift, otherwise I would forego the gift if money is tight. It is a destination wedding so they should just be happy people are paying for flights and hotels to attend and share the day with them and celebrate the special occasion.

    If it matters, my partner and I plan on having a wedding at Disney World in a few years time and do not expect gifts due to peoples travel expenses.

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  • Mrs. Bubba
    VIP September 2019
    Mrs. Bubba ·
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    If you are over1️⃣8️⃣, you’re supposed
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  • Mrs. Bubba
    VIP September 2019
    Mrs. Bubba ·
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    To receive an invitation addresses to you. Even if you live with your parents.

    I had to do this for 2 younger Cousins.

    People really have some nerve trying to save what amounts to a few cents in the long 🏃‍♀️.
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