Am I Supposed To Get Gifts For Both A Bridal Shower And Wedding?
The wedding is out-of-town and I do not plan to attend because of the expense. The shower is apparently at more than one fancy restaurant and involves renting a limo. I do not want to go to that if it will cost me a lot of money. The bride seems to think she is closer to me than I feel I am. What am I reasonably expected to pay for?
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Comments on Am I Supposed To Get Gifts For Both A Bridal Shower And Wedding?
If you don't attend a shower or a wedding, you are under no obligation to send a gift, although that might be nice. A small token gift or a thoughtfully written card is sufficient.
If you are not going to the wedding just buy a present for the shower!
send your regrets in a beautiful card for the shower and the same with congrats and a gift in time for the wedding. its all up to you.
If you are not going to the shower, you needn't provide a gift. I was invited to a wedding that I couldn't attend and I gave a monetary gift in the form of a check. It wasn't much, as I couldn't afford anything extravagant. My friend appreciated the thought.
If you are not going to go to the shower or the wedding, let the bride know. You don't have to go into grave detail. As for the shower, try sending a little note to the bride and if possible send an actual wedding present (or you can flip the two)
Its your Personal expenture it depend on you how much you can spend.
If you do not intend to go to the wedding or it is out of your price range then send a gift for the bride and groom, One that is in your price range and include something small and personal for the bride for the shower you missed. A monogramed hanky with lots of lace or a silk scarf in a color that you know she would like or not be offened by and an appology for not being there, but wish them the best and tell them to be happy and enjoy life.
yes you are supposed to buy 2 gifts. i suggest a soft bath spray and body wash set.(Victoria's secret/bath & body works) then take a gift they body can use or enjoy to the weddings if you have the money. if not, show up and have a good time! i suggest a game they can play togtether or dishes, any type of sculpture or glass item. (macy's/ pier one/ or any place you choose. if you are unable to get Gift, just go and have a good time without some feelings of guilt. if you don,t go you will have to explain it to her why you did not go. so go and have fun!
If your not that close, one gift for the wedding is reasonable. I'm not an expert but that's what seems right. Send a nice note explaining your sorry about not coming to the shower and you covered all your bases.