what's a correct amount of money to give as a wedding gift?
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modbride
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 Posted: Mon Jul 30, 2007 8:15 pm Post subject: |
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| I would give anywhere from $100-$200 |
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Pretty Blues
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| Posted: Mon Jul 30, 2007 8:16 pm Post subject: |
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| it depends on where you live... some areas are more expensive to others, so $50-75 might seem cheap. I usually stick to $100 as a good rule and if i'm going to what i feel is an expensive wedding, i give $150-200 |
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DPL06351
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| Posted: Mon Jul 30, 2007 8:18 pm Post subject: |
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| Some say, as a rule of thumb, whatever you think you meal costs. I don't necessarily agree with that because it's usually the bride's parents that pay for most everything. Maybe if it is a lawn reception, $30; if a big bash, $50-$100. If it were my best friend I would do everything I could do for him/her in addition to whatever I gave financially. That is more meaningful. It really depends on what you afford, too. A friend would not expect you to give $100 if you are a student; on unemployment, have a large family, etc. |
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wizebloke
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| Posted: Mon Jul 30, 2007 8:22 pm Post subject: |
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| It's not what you give, but the way you give it.Newly Weds saw a gift marked, "Place in freezer and leave there until used."The Card said, "There will come a time when both of you had a hard day and neither of you will feel like cooking. That is when you should use this gift."Inside was $60 with a note saying, "Take a taxi to a nice restaurant and have a beautiful night out, just the two of you." |
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wilo_chick
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| Posted: Mon Jul 30, 2007 8:26 pm Post subject: |
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| I spend/give about $40-$50 for wedding gifts. |
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Steph
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| Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 1:34 am Post subject: |
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| Generally it is meant to be double the cost of the meal. Depending what type of reception they have you might get away with $30 up to $300 for something VERY elaborate. I don't recommend you use this method though. Don't give less than $50, but make sure it is an amount you can afford. I generally give $100. |
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Terri
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| Posted: Tue Jul 31, 2007 6:53 am Post subject: |
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| As much as you can afford without being strapped for cash.Depends on how close and how often I talk with the friend. |
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