Whether you’re attending your first wedding or you’re a seasoned pro, it’s sometimes easy to forget the do’s and don’ts of being a good wedding guest. But here at RegistryFinder.com, we’re all about helping wedding guests, so we’ve compiled this list of simple guidelines- some of these may seem obvious, but unfortunately, they do happen.… Continue reading Wedding Guest Etiquette – What you Should (and Shouldn’t) Do As a Wedding Guest
Category: Gifting Etiquette
Ask Cheryl: Can My Ex and I Give a Joint Wedding Gift?
Are there any rules for giving a joint wedding gift? Cheryl weighs in on co-gifting, even with an ex-husband, and shares some other wedding gift-giving FAQs. Dear Cheryl, My ex and I had a very amicable divorce. My nephew invited both of us to his wedding. I will be attending the wedding, but my ex… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Can My Ex and I Give a Joint Wedding Gift?
Ask Cheryl: When should you expect to get a thank-you note for a gift?
A thank-you note is a kind gesture that confirms your gift was received, but how soon should you expect to get one? Hi Cheryl, When should you expect to get a thank-you note for a gift? Thanks,Sarah Hi Sarah, The answer depends on the circumstances. There is no exact timeframe required for sending a thank… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: When should you expect to get a thank-you note for a gift?
A Guide to Thank-You Notes
One of the most popular complaints I hear from brides and mothers-to-be following their weddings or baby showers is the looming task of writing thank-you notes. And while I can see how sitting down to write hundreds of hand-written notes seems daunting, I’m here to tell you that expressing gratitude for a gift is really… Continue reading A Guide to Thank-You Notes
Ask Cheryl: Does Wedding Attendance Affect Wedding Gift Value?
Today’s question comes from a reader in New York who wants to know if the amount she spends on a wedding gift should be dependent on whether or not she attends the wedding. Dear Cheryl, Is there a difference in the amount you spend on a wedding gift when you attend a wedding versus what… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Does Wedding Attendance Affect Wedding Gift Value?
What to Do When the Invitation Says “No Gifts”
It’s a hard reality to face — receiving an invitation that says “no gifts” in one form or another. Perhaps you’ve heard through the grapevine that the happy couple has requested that no wedding gifts be purchased, or maybe you’ve been invited to a present-free birthday party. Whatever the case, it’s likely you’re itching to… Continue reading What to Do When the Invitation Says “No Gifts”
Ask Cheryl: How to Avoid Wedding Registry Blunders
What Should NOT be Included in my Wedding Gift Registry? Creating your ultimate wedding wishlist is a fun experience and the perfect opportunity to ask for some unique gifts you wouldn’t normally request from your family and friends. But are there some things you should leave off your wedding registry? Dear Cheryl, I want to… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How to Avoid Wedding Registry Blunders
Ask Cheryl: Help! I’m Tired of Going to So Many Baby Showers!
The arrival of a new baby is always exciting! First baby, second baby, third baby, fourth baby; each one a new special blessing! But what may not be as exciting as the new baby, is the arrival of a second, third, or fourth baby shower invitation for the same family member! Your initial thought may… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Help! I’m Tired of Going to So Many Baby Showers!
Ask Cheryl: When Should I Send a Wedding Gift if the Ceremony and the Reception Are a Year Apart?
With so much uncertainty and fear surrounding the Corona virus, it has been refreshingly romantic to see the creative ways that some couples have decided to proceed with exchanging their wedding vows, even if it meant cancelling, downsizing, or postponing the reception! If you do know a couple who will be having a small (somewhat… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: When Should I Send a Wedding Gift if the Ceremony and the Reception Are a Year Apart?
Ask Cheryl: What To Do About Late or Never Received Wedding Gifts?
Wedding gifts may continue to arrive at your new home a month (or more) after your wedding day. Family and friends may even tell you to anticipate the arrival of such a gift, in the spirit of celebration and with hopes of showering you with love. But what do you do when those promised gifts… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: What To Do About Late or Never Received Wedding Gifts?
Ask Cheryl: How Long Do I Have to Send a Wedding Gift?
Giving gifts to the wedding couple serves as a tangible representation of your love and support. When you’re invited to a wedding, you should send a gift, whether or not you are able to attend – but when should you send it? Dear Cheryl, I was invited to my friend’s wedding, and unfortunately was… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Long Do I Have to Send a Wedding Gift?
Ask Cheryl: Should I Send a Wedding Gift to My Former Niece?
Wedding etiquette can get a little tricky when there is a divorce in the family. Being a “former” extended family member might mean you are excluded from the wedding guest list; but is it obligatory or even ok to send a gift? Dear Cheryl, I am divorced, but a niece from his side is getting… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should I Send a Wedding Gift to My Former Niece?
Ask Cheryl: Is a First Baby Shower Mandatory?
You’re pregnant with your first baby! Congratulations! This is a special time for you and, hopefully, a time of joy and celebration. Your friends and family will also want to celebrate the upcoming arrival. But is a baby shower necessary? Maybe you feel like a baby shower is just another social obligation. Perhaps you would… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Is a First Baby Shower Mandatory?
From Chicago Tribune: Is it rude that an older engaged couple has a wedding registry?
Cheryl Seidel, etiquette expert and founder of RegistryFinder.com, was featured on ChicagoTribune.com’s article Is it rude that an older engaged couple has a wedding registry? Click on the image below to read the full article at ChicagoTribune.com.
Ask Cheryl: Can I Create a Gift Registry for a Second Marriage?
Hello Cheryl, My daughter is getting married in March. It is her second marriage as well as her fiancé’s second marriage, and we are wondering if it’s okay to register for gifts. They really wanted to go with HoneyFund for their honeymoon, but decided to also register for a few gifts at a retail store.… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Can I Create a Gift Registry for a Second Marriage?
Ask Cheryl: How to Handle a Giftless Guest
When a guest doesn’t bring a gift, are brides obligated to write a note thanking her attending? Cheryl gives two options for how to handle a gifteless guest. Dear Cheryl, My daughter is writing thank you cards for gifts received at her bridal shower. She informed me that she did not receive a gift from… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How to Handle a Giftless Guest