wedding gift idea

Aseth

First, i hope it's the right forum. If not, apologies and if mods could move then, please.

I was kind of unexpectedly invited to a wedding. I indicated straight away I won't be present for the party but would come to the church.
However I'm kind of broke atm and can't afford anything expensive. Since I'm not Irish and don't know what is expected - do people in general give presents when not coming to the wedding and what would be customary?

jimd2

It really does depend on how well you know them and how broke you are.

A nice bottle of champagne or similar well presented would be sufficient. However if money is really tight just a card would be fine.

Gatica

If you're not attending the wedding then most people find that a card is sufficient. It would be a nice gesture to give them anything small really, unless they're very close friends (in which case I'd imagine you wouldn't have been missing it in the first place).

BabysCoffee

A small token present would be thoughtful. Would your budget stretch to a nicely wrapped bottle of prosecco or perhaps a picture frame?

SarahMollie

So you're going to the ceremony but not any part of the reception?

Looking at this really callously, you're then not causing the B&G to incur any cost. I think a token gift would be a nice gesture. Perhaps if you've €20-30 to spend, then a nice bottle of wine (find out if they drink red or white) and if you've €50, then a bottle of campaign.

Milly33

I would most defainly say something small like above a token gift and a card would be perfect. There are lots of things you could pick up like one of those nice little signs for newly weds, or even Mr and Mrs mugs something like that would be great

amdublin

What about a Butlers choc or Starbucks gift card for them (€20) - and in your card say enjoy the first "coffee date" as a married couple on you.

GingerLily

I'd prefer a nice bottle of wine over a starbucks gift card as wedding present, my partner hates starbucks so would not appreciate it!

mcgiggles

GingerLily wrote: »

I'd prefer a nice bottle of wine over a starbucks gift card as wedding present, my partner hates starbucks so would not appreciate it!

I second this

Milly33

Oh no dont get a starbucks card unless you know they like it

freshpopcorn

Milly33 wrote: »

Oh no dont get a starbucks card unless you know they like it

Same goes for the bottle of wine/champagne. I know it would be dreaded be myself/family!

Milly33

Very true one persons taste is anothers hates, so something nice but simple