Hi Cheryl, I’ve received an invitation to the bridal shower of my brother-in-law’s bride-to-be. This is his third marriage and her second. My three daughters are also invited, two of whom are in college. My youngest is a junior in high school. None of my daughters are working regularly. I planned to give a cashmere… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Can I Give a Group Bridal Shower Gift?
Category: Gifting Etiquette
Ask Cheryl: How Do I Handle a Giftless Wedding Guest?
It’s all too common: a wedding guest shows up to the wedding, but never sends a gift. Is it ever appropriate to say something? Cheryl weighs in. Dear Cheryl, My cousin and his wife came to our son’s wedding but did not give a card or gift. Do I say something or just let it… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Do I Handle a Giftless Wedding Guest?
Here’s How Much Time You Have After the Wedding to Send a Gift
Cheryl Seidel, etiquette expert and founder of RegistryFinder.com, was featured on CNBC.com’s article Here’s how much time you have after the wedding to send a gift. Click on the image below to read the full article at CNBC.com.
Ask Cheryl: How Much to Spend on a Gift for an Acquaintance?
When you’re invited to celebrate the wedding of someone who isn’t a family member or close friend, choosing an appropriate wedding gift can be tricky. Read on for my advice. Dear Cheryl, I’ve been invited to the second wedding of someone I would consider to be an acquaintance, but not a personal friend. The bride-to-be… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Much to Spend on a Gift for an Acquaintance?
Ask Cheryl: How Much Should I Spend on a Second Bridal Shower Gift?
When your mailbox is filled with invitations for weddings and showers, gift-giving can seem overwhelming. Today, we’ve got good news for your budget if you’ve been invited to multiple showers for the same bride! Dear Cheryl, I was invited to two showers for the same bride. What amount should I spend on a second bridal… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Much Should I Spend on a Second Bridal Shower Gift?
Ask Cheryl: Is it Okay to Give a Wedding Gift on Behalf of Someone Else?
We all want to be as generous and kind as possible, but does that mean it’s appropriate to give a wedding gift on someone else’s behalf? Dear Cheryl, How much should / would you recommend I give for my daughter’s second wedding? I am not helping pay for it. Also, would it be appropriate for… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Is it Okay to Give a Wedding Gift on Behalf of Someone Else?
Ask Cheryl: Not Invited to Baby Shower, but Can I still Send a Gift?
While some dread gift-giving obligations, others enjoy expressing their love and support by giving a gift. But if they haven’t received an invitation, would their gifts be appreciated or misunderstood? Dear Cheryl, Is it considered rude to send a gift to a baby shower that I am not invited to? My future daughter-in-law’s sister-in-law is… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Not Invited to Baby Shower, but Can I still Send a Gift?
Ask Cheryl: Appropriate Gifts for Wedding #2
This week’s question deals with gift-giving etiquette for second marriages—and in these situations, gift-givers have a few options! Dear Cheryl, My best friend’s son is getting married for the second time, but this is the bride’s first marriage. We are very close to these people, so what is appropriate for a gift? Thanks, -Rachel Hi… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Appropriate Gifts for Wedding #2
Ask Cheryl: Couple Requests Cash for their Honeymoon: To Give or Not to Give?
Today’s question comes from a reader who was asked to make a cash donation for a honeymoon in lieu of a wedding gift. She’s now not sure if she should attend the wedding or even send a gift. Dear Cheryl, My husband and I were planning to visit Italy this fall for a relative’s… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Couple Requests Cash for their Honeymoon: To Give or Not to Give?
Ask Cheryl: Should I Send a Gift If Not Invited to the Wedding?
Our question today is from a reader who was not invited to the wedding of someone close to her but feels she may need to give a wedding gift. Dear Cheryl, I was not invited to the wedding of my good friend’s daughter. Should I give a wedding gift? I did give a substantial shower gift. Gina… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should I Send a Gift If Not Invited to the Wedding?
Ask Cheryl: Put an End to Gift Shaming
The holidays are upon us, and there’s a lot of focus on gift giving. I wanted to take a moment to talk about gifts and what to do if you don’t receive the gift you want or expected, or if you don’t receive a gift at all. Today’s Ask Cheryl question is from a reader… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Put an End to Gift Shaming
Ask Cheryl: How Early Can I Send a Wedding Gift?
This email was received on June 23rd from an organized wedding guest that wants to know how early she can send her wedding gift so that she has the best selection from the registry. Dear Cheryl, I am attending a wedding on December 10th. How early can I send a wedding gift? I received a save… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Early Can I Send a Wedding Gift?
Ask Cheryl: Invited but Barely Know the Couple, Do I Still Need to Give a Wedding Gift?
Today’s question comes from a reader who feels she has an out when it comes to the etiquette rule that you should send a gift if you are invited to the wedding, and I might agree . . . Hi Cheryl, My husband and I recently received invitations to two weddings from couples we hardly know. We… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Invited but Barely Know the Couple, Do I Still Need to Give a Wedding Gift?
AskCheryl: As Friend & Officiant, Do I Need to Give a Wedding Gift?
Should a friend that has offered to be the wedding officiant also give a wedding gift? Hi Cheryl! I was really pleased to find your article and information on Huffington Post. I have a question about an upcoming wedding I am going to be a part of as an officiant. (I apologize for the long… Continue reading AskCheryl: As Friend & Officiant, Do I Need to Give a Wedding Gift?
Ask Cheryl: Since I’m Spending so Much Being in the Wedding am I Required to Give a Gift?
Dear Cheryl, I live in California and I’m going to be in a wedding for a friend that’s getting married in Vermont. Since I’m spending close to $1000 on everything for the wedding, am I required to give a gift? I’m already spending so much that I don’t know how much I’d be able to… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Since I’m Spending so Much Being in the Wedding am I Required to Give a Gift?
Ask Cheryl: Our Daughter is the Flower Girl, Do We Still Give a Wedding Gift?
Hi Cheryl, My daughter was asked to be the flower girl in my cousin’s wedding. What is proper etiquette for gift giving? We have the expense of the dress, shoes and hair as well. We also have to drive out of town for the wedding and have the added expense of a night in the… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Our Daughter is the Flower Girl, Do We Still Give a Wedding Gift?