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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. QUESTION:
    wedding presents?
    am i supposed to give presents to everyone in my wedding party? including the musicians, parents, etc? and am i supposed to give my soon to be husband a wedding present? and if so, what????
    why is everyone giving smartass answers?!?!?!?!?!? well excuse me - not everyone - but some of you jerks are just well.... jerks! why! this is a serious question and i wanted to make sure i had something for everyone that i was supposed to!

    • ANSWER:
      just bridesmaids and ushers. No parents NO spouce (you are giving yourself) music and clergy generally get $$

  2. QUESTION:
    Wedding presents ??
    My partner and I are set up completely - we want to tell our wedding guest that we don't want the usual presents (toaster, sheets etc) but should offer an alternate idea for gifts and WHAT SHOULD THEY BE ??
    I suggested the 'no gifts please' option to friends but they all said they wanted to buy me something. VICKI S: Don't you think it's ruder to accept gifts that you don't want then take them back ?? "I think it's extremely rude to mention anything about gifts on or with your invitations" Does this make gift registeries rude as well ??.

    • ANSWER:
      My partner and I are totally set up and 'upgrading' items just doesn't appeal to me.

      We have a farm so with our invitations (on a seperate card) I said:

      "Your presence at our wedding is the only gift we ask for. If you feel the need to bring a token of your support for our union, we ask that you bring a sapling that we can plant at our home so Adrian and I can watch it grow alongside our love for each other. These will be a living reminder of your valued attendance on our special day"

      My sister was in a similar boat so she requested that her guests bring a bottle of wine (with a tag with the givers name on it) that was suitable for the cellar so every year they would have a memorable bottle to drink to celebrate their anniversary.

  3. QUESTION:
    What is your local custom on wedding presents?
    What is your local custom on wedding presents?

    In reading up on the current etiquette on where and when to deliver a wedding gift, we saw that it is traditionally customary to have the gift delivered to the home of either the bride or her mother before the wedding.

    Our experience in our area, and families (my husbands and mine) is that the wedding gifts be taken to the wedding reception and delivered there. The etiquette book said this can be true depending on where you live, or your cultural background.

    We are curious to know what your family or local region/ethnic custom is?

    • ANSWER:

  4. QUESTION:
    Wedding Presents???
    What can i get my mother in-law and her new hubby for their wedding gift, they are in there 50's so they would have most things they want already and we don't live near them to see what they need...
    Please help i need Ideas

    • ANSWER:
      make a memory box of momentos from their wedding. get them a couples massage...

  5. QUESTION:
    What to do about stolen wedding presents?
    We attended an out-of-state wedding. Some scumbag stole some of the wedding presents from the reception, ours included. Question: Should we give the bride & groom a duplicate gift? Or, is a gift once given the responsibility the recipient to safeguard and that's the end of it? We're asking morally, not legally.

    • ANSWER:
      My short answer would be to replace the gift that you gave to the newly weds. Although the gift was "given", it was not received by the couple. If I were you, I'd contact the manager of the reception hall to see if this has happened before and if their insurance may cover any loss. You should have a receipt for the gift anyway, so this could prove the amount of the loss. This type of theft at their facility would be detrimental to their business in the future.

  6. QUESTION:
    Is it wrong or improper to give away wedding presents that are not being used?
    My husband and I have many wedding presents that we have not opened and do not see ourselves opening until many years from now. We got married in July 2007. Would it be wrong or disrespectful to drop these things off at a Goodwill or Salvation Army or seek out a friend who could use some of these things? We don't have the space to store these things long term. Please...no mean answers. Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      These gifts are yours and you would be doing a very good deed to give them to a charity. You could also regift them. How can you tell that you won't like a gift unless you open it? Open them and then decide what to do. Some things you won't "use" but you might want to put them on display.

      I didn't start disposing of my gifts (except for that hideous ash tray which I was describing to someone who said it sounded beautiful and I gave it to her and she was thrilled), until I had been married about 5 years. There were some things I just couldn't use or had duplicates of. I had already thanked everyone, so that part was done.

      These people didn't want to give you something that was a burden. I always gave rather than sell but some people sell these items. You decide and don't worry. A few things you'll think of later and wish you'd kept, but all in all you will feel freer because you will have space and someone else will have an item they can use.

  7. QUESTION:
    We suspect that some of our wedding presents got stolen. How to word thank you cards without offending anybody?
    We suspect that some of our wedding presents got stolen. Now the dilemma is how to word the thank you cards if we do not know for sure who gave us presents and what they gave. We do not want to be rude and not send thank you cards to the ones that gave or sound sarcastic if we thank someone that didn't give us any presents.Any ideas?

    • ANSWER:
      How unfortunate! Well, people love (and expect!) to get thank you cards after a wedding so I think the best thing to do is send cards out to every guest. Keep them simple and sweet:

      Dear Mary & John,

      Thank you both so much for the very generous gift. We are so happy you were able to join us on our very special day, and we hope you had a great time.

      Thanks again to you both,

      Love,

      Your names

  8. QUESTION:
    When should we send out thank you card for wedding presents we recieve?
    We are getting married in two months. Wedding presents have started arriving at our home and we are unsure when the appropriate time is to send thank you cards. Should we send them as we receive them or should we wait until after the wedding and send them all at once? I'm worried it will offend people if we open them early but I'm also worried about offending people if their thank you card is sent month after receiving their gift.

    • ANSWER:
      I advise you to mail your thank you's all on the same day, so that would be sometime after the wedding. In the meantime you can get started writing notes for the gifts that have already arrived but leave off the date and then date them the same as the other thank you's. Be sure to use the same ink pen!

      When you say "thank you card" I hope you mean plain stationery, a formal note card, or an informal note card, and not something with a preprinted message. Thank you's should be personal handwritten messages that mention the gift and what you like about it.

  9. QUESTION:
    What is the common etiquette for wedding presents at a ceremony for renewing vows?
    Do you buy a present as if it were an actual wedding? Is there a registry list like an actual wedding?

    • ANSWER:
      The purpose of wedding gifts is to help a new couple out with things they don't have yet. I would think they don't need a gift. Maybe something small if you want to make a nice gesture.

  10. QUESTION:
    What is proper etiquette for wedding presents?
    I feel so dim. Sorry everyone. I was told we should start to decide what we'd prefer for wedding presents. I don't even know if we're supposed to say "I want this, this, this, and this." How do you decide what you want for wedding presents?
    I wouldn't even begin to know what we could possibly need or want. But thank you for the registry list.

    • ANSWER:
      You register.

      See an example of a registry checklist here:
      http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/regchecklist.asp?order_num=-1&

      You put items you need and want for your home on the registry. Be sure to include a variety of prices, please . . . as not everyone is able to afford the most expensive items.

  11. QUESTION:
    When do you send thank you's for wedding presents?
    We've been getting wedding presents from guests who won't be able to make it to our wedding this summer- when exactly do we send out thank you cards? We've already opened them, but the wedding isn't until a couple of months. Do we send out thank you cards as we get the presents or do we send them all out at the same time?

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    • ANSWER:
      It's ok to send thank you notes now ("I'm sorry you're not able to attend the wedding and it was so thoughtful of you to send us blah blah blah. All our love Blah & Blah")

  12. QUESTION:
    What are good engagement and wedding presents for my Vietnamese Buddhist friend?
    A great friend is getting married soon and I'd like to get something tradition for her engagement and wedding presents. Any ideas? Only suggestion I've found is that money is appropriate wedding present.

    • ANSWER:
      In most Asian cultures you give money in a red (for good luck) envelop. The amount has to be in an odd number, like .00 of .00 because even numbers can be divided.
      Try a gift card in the red envelope. (Old tradition with a modern touch)

      Ask the couple if they have a gift registry at a department store. Check it out and get them something they want.

  13. QUESTION:
    Are these ok wedding presents for my Dad & stepmum?
    I have bought my dad a pair of Nicko Mcbrain drumsticks, he's a drummer and loves Iron Maiden. (we both do) I got my stepmum a big box of chocolates from Hotel Chocolat, and I made them both a photo album with pictures of them both, and me and my little brother.

    Is that enough? I don't have very much money and did the best I could, but people seem to spend a lot of money on wedding presents.

    • ANSWER:
      That is more then just enough... its perfect. Not only because the gifts are thoughtful and came from you but, (not to sound cheesy) it comes straight from the heart. I believe those gifts are the best gifts to give.

  14. QUESTION:
    Do couples that elope generally receive wedding presents?
    For various reasons, we are probably eloping rather than having a traditional wedding. My greedy side was just wondering, do couples that elope generally still receive some wedding gifts after the fact?

    • ANSWER:
      Eloping couples usually gets a few gifts but not many. People are more likely to give a gift if they get to see and participate in the special event.

  15. QUESTION:
    Is it okay to open wedding presents BEFORE the wedding?
    My wedding is in about 4 months, but we sent out invitations very early because the wedding is in a foreign country (where my partner is from) and we wanted people to RSVP as early as possible so that we could reserve accommodations. A few people have already bought gifts for us. So my question is, do we open them now and send thank you cards right away, or open everything after the wedding and send them all then?

    I'm just not sure if they're expecting a thank you card soon, because the wedding is still 4 months away!

    • ANSWER:
      No you don't open anything until after the wedding!

      Whoever said that (ridiculous) thing with someone wondering about their credit card being charged ... helloooooooooooooo WHY would anyone with half a brain wonder, when the wedding hasn't taken place yet!?!

      Of course they're not expecting a thank you at this time, seeing as how the wedding is 4 months away.

      Sweetie, just wait. You don't open anything until after the wedding, and then you send thank-you cards after.

      That other answer is flat out wrong.

      Congrats !!

      P.S. If you're wondering if anything is broken ... give the boxes a nice gentle shake. If you don't hear anything, you're good to go.

  16. QUESTION:
    What is the etiquette for wedding presents when its the second marriage for both bride & groom.?
    They've been living together for several years, have a lovely home and have decided to get wed. The invitations have gone out - but no mention of gifts etc. Wedding presents used to be bought for couples to start their home off - toaster, dinner service, sheets etc. Whats the procedure if the home is complete.

    • ANSWER:
      Get them something that relates to their hobbies or something equally as personal to them.. They already have everything they need for their home and they likely can buy what they don't have. You can also get personalize items for them with their new name (that's something new for them that they didn't have from their previous marriage - seems like a no-brainer but it can mean a lot to the couple).

  17. QUESTION:
    How much should you spend on wedding presents?
    Black tie wedding
    My husband & I are both attending
    It is my old school friends wedding. We grew up together but haven't seen each other for years.

    • ANSWER:
      -25
      Gift cards are the best!!

  18. QUESTION:
    What are some suggestions for wedding presents?
    Ok, my sister is getting married and i want to get her and her new hubbie a really nice present... i am the maid of honor and i think my present should be one of the nicest presents... plus they are a young couple.. what should i get? HELP ME!!!!! thanks :)

    • ANSWER:
      depends on ur budget... collect pics of the hubby when he was young till he slowly grew up n collect same pics of ur sister and then collect pics of them together and make an album for them putting the pics in chronological order! lol i didnt use that word in ages

  19. QUESTION:
    Does 8,000 US Dlls as wedding presents from family count as income?
    I got married last year and received about 8000 us dlls in cash and checks as presents from family memebers who could not come to the wedding. Do I need to include that om my tax return? Plus I earned nothing else since I did not work for the entire year.

    • ANSWER:
      No, gifts are not taxable to the recipient. The amount involved is well below the exclusion amount even if it all came from a single donor so nobody has any tax issues at all with this one.

  20. QUESTION:
    What's the deal with wedding presents in the uk?
    I know that in the US the norm is to send the gift to the couples house before the wedding, but what's the done thing in the uk? I've seen lots of people take gifts with them to the reception and evening do and I've heard of this happening more so that sending the gifts prior to the wedding, but I'm not really sure what the proper ettiquette is.

    Thanks for any responses.

    • ANSWER:
      The proper etiquette is still to send the gift to the bride's address but apparently even fewer people are aware of that in the uk.
      This is one of those rules that is broken so often by so many people that it is rarely seen as a gaffe. You may proceed however you wish without looking odd.

  21. QUESTION:
    What would you do if you were trying to open wedding presents?
    With your new wife, but she kept slapping your hand away when you tried to touch one, and she just kept saying "mine"?

    • ANSWER:
      I would loudly remind her that Wedding Gifts belong to BOTH the husband and the wife...then I would tell her since she considers everything 'hers', then all the bills, etc that marriage brings are hers, too......

      ..then I would slap her hand away (gently) and say OURS!

  22. QUESTION:
    How long do I have to write thank you notes for wedding presents?
    I am trying to get them out almost immediately. Most went out within two days of receipt. I am having trouble getting a couple of addresses of people who moved fairly recently. Since people send things from Internet shopping - their return address is not on the package and I am having trouble getting it from them (vacation) and its not on people finder.

    I have heard that gift givers have a year to give gifts but the bride and groom only have a few days to send the thank you notes. What is the rule exactly?

    • ANSWER:
      If you know their previous mailing address then mail the thank you note to their last known address because US mail will forward their mail for 1 year (if they told the postal service they moved).

      You don't have to rush to send all the cards out. If you have to wait for an address then they will understand why it didnt come immediately. Just get them out within a few months after the wedding.

  23. QUESTION:
    How do you politely ask for gift cards for wedding presents?
    I have two very good friends getting married this fall. One is trying to save for a house (in CA you need to save a LOT!!) and the other just bought a house that has to be completely rebuilt. Both would like to know how to ask for money/gift card as gifts. For some reason they both thought I would know how to word the request so that no one is offended. Any one great at tactful requests?

    • ANSWER:
      There is not a tactful way to ask for money in the place of a gift. The best that your friends can do is let the word out through a few trusted friends who can tell people, "I think what John and Heather really need is some money for a house."

  24. QUESTION:
    What are good wedding presents for a couple already living together?

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    • ANSWER:
      Gift cards, such as to Lowe's or Home Depot, are always welcome, especially for people who own their own homes. Or give them a "night out:" gift certificates to a movie and restaurant. I've also given people a gift basket with champagne, champagne glasses, bubble bath and candles. With lots of wedding pictures they'll probably want to display, picture frames also make a nice gift. Just use your imagination and think about what you'd like to get.

  25. QUESTION:
    Question about receiving wedding presents?
    My husband and I got married at our district magistrate in Feburary since a wedding ceremony was out of the question( half of my family was deceased,plus my brothers did not want to come).We are planning a wedding reception May 27th.In wedding etiquette,I heard it is not polite to ask for gifts as gifts are meant for the ceremony and not the reception.I had told all my guest we are not accepting no gifts because I feel it is wrong,but my husbands side of the family is giving us wedding presents.How would I explain to them we do not want the gifts after they had paid for the items or should we accept them and give them a thank you note?
    All answers are appreciated

    • ANSWER:
      Your wedding reception is the same day as mine! I say take the gifts and send them a thank you. What would be the alternative? To hand it right back to them and tell them again that you would prefer no presents? A lot of couples keep the ceremony itself to immediate family only and then invite the rest of the guest to join in the celebration with them. Gifts are not for the ceremony alone, they are for the unity of the two. They are for the celebration in general. Also, many times when the couple expresses the "no gift" preference, it can also be read as "we prefer money." It's your wedding! Open a gift or two! It may even be something the two of you could really use.

  26. QUESTION:
    Do I have to report wedding presents money to the IRS?
    Cash and check presents only. Largest check was ,000, most were around 0-0

    • ANSWER:
      It's not income, and each of the gifts were under ,000.

      So no, you don't have to report it.

      Just make sure the ,000 check says "wedding present" in the Memo blank (bottom left)

  27. QUESTION:
    Do you think that Queen Elizabeth has used all her wedding presents by now?
    I heard that she had 500 cans of pineapple chunks (among other things) - i suppose 60 years is long enough to have eaten these..............

    • ANSWER:
      Pineapple chunks? Lol!!! I wouldn't be too happy if i received those as a wedding present!! Yeah i'd imagine she must have scoffed all of them by now though. There's probably some china tea set that's never been used lying somewhere though. Good question!!

  28. QUESTION:
    Is it ok to ask for money for wedding presents?
    as we have been living together for some time now and have most things, the money would go towards something more useful, and would certainly come in handy.

    • ANSWER:
      Of course it is, well at least here in France it is. Many months before the ceremony start telling all your relatives:ppl that are attending that what you really need is money for the honey moon or whatever. People are always paying attention to hints on what kind of gifts you want for the wedding and am sure hinting subtly (or not) that you guys need a bit help on the finance will make them understand. My sister is getting married in 2 months and this is what she did.
      For the people who said it's rude etc, am saying that it's even ruder for pl to come eat/dance/drink at your wedding for free when obviously you spent an amount of money organizing all this

  29. QUESTION:
    What is proper etiquette for sending out thank you note for wedding presents?

    • ANSWER:
      Dear (name)
      Thank you for attending (spouse)'s and my wedding. I hope you had a great time. I am grateful for your gift(s) of (insert gift here).
      (Add some personal stuff about the wedding and them being there)
      From
      (name)

  30. QUESTION:
    What are some good wedding anniversary presents?
    My parents wedding anniversary is coming up and i never know what to get them lol. I got a card... I've got £15 lol

    • ANSWER:
      I live in the U.S. but for my parents anniversary this year I rented a nice hotel for the weekend so they could get away from everything. You could get them a touched-up photo in a really nice frame. Or you could give them money to treat themselves out to a nice dinner. That's some of the things I have done for my parents.

  31. QUESTION:
    What are some things that would make lousy wedding presents for a newly wed couple?

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  32. QUESTION:
    What is the ettiquete on shower/wedding presents? If you gave a bridal shower present do you still need to?
    give a wedding present?

    • ANSWER:
      Yes, I personally do, but I dont like to attend sans at least a small gift for any function.

      As a rule though, gifts are not required for weddings, they are optional and if you feel that your shower gift was enough then you are in no breach of good manners by attending without a gift. I would however strongly suggest a very nice card with your best wishes for the couple. A card is always appropriate.

  33. QUESTION:
    Why do some wedding guests not buy presents?
    I've never attended a wedding without purchasing a present!

    I even sent a present to a wedding I couldn't attend.

    I don't want to invite people JUST for the presents but how can people go to wedding, see the venue, see all the decorations, eat the food... knowing all this costs money. Sign the guest book as tangible testimony that they were there & not give a gift?

    Seems so rude.

    • ANSWER:
      Everyone seems to be a bunch of Fu**ing A$$holes!!! I cannot believe some of you would be so cheap as to not give a gift. No matter how cheap the wedding is, there is no excuse to not give a gift. Some people have different understandings of our culture, as you can see by all of the uneducated answers given. Gifts ARE MANDATORY, if you can't give a gift, don't attend the wedding. I'm sorry girl that some jipped you on your special day.

  34. QUESTION:
    Wedding Etiquette: Only Wrap Presents in White Paper?
    Looking for correct etiquette when it comes to wrapping wedding presents.

    Is it only proper to wrap wedding presents in white paper?

    Can I use white paper embellished with a simple gold or silver design?

    My daughter said to only use white paper, but I can't find verification on Google or Yahoo search engines.

    • ANSWER:
      They make wedding paper with bells, rings, doves, and all kinds of stuff on it it many colors so I'm sure what you're talking about would be just fine. Colors of the wedding party wouldn't be bad either.

  35. QUESTION:
    What to wear for going to my friends wedding? + need to give presents?
    May sound lack of knowledge but i haven't been to a wedding before as i'm still young.
    Should i wear a suit with tie?
    Or just casual..

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    Also do i need to give presents to the marrying couple?

    • ANSWER:
      Your question begs a few other questions. You need to take a close look at the invitation, because it will give you a clue what to wear. If the wording and style seem very formal, or if it says anything like "evening wear," you should wear a suit. If the invitation is casual, you can wear a button up shirt and khakis or dress pants, tie optional but a nice touch. You can always bring a jacket and leave it in the car if a lot of other people aren't wearing them. If all else fails, you can call the bride or her family and ask what's appropriate to wear.

      As far as the gift, that depends on the invitation too. Was it extended to your parents and you, or only to you? If it was sent to your family, you don't need to worry about getting an individual gift. If it was sent to you, I would get something small off the registry. is plenty to spend for a young person just starting out.

  36. QUESTION:
    I need some help with an unique and fun wedding presents any ideas?
    The couple is pretty young and very reserved. I want to get them something that they will both like but not just the standard monogrammed towel. Any ideas would be helpful Thanks.

    • ANSWER:
      How about a bottle of wine, a few candles & a subscription to Netflix? Maybe throw in some gourmet popcorn, good quality chocolates or some other snack food.

      After all of the stress of planning a wedding, I would love it if someone got us a gift that encouraged us to relax =)

  37. QUESTION:
    What's that small store at the Cape Cod Mall that has silver knick knacks, jewelry, wedding presents + stuff?
    There is a small store somewhere in the Cape Cod Mall that sells snow globes, lockets, wedding gifts, silver wear and engraved items. Does anyone have any idea what store that is?

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    • ANSWER:
      I'd suggest going to the mall and asking for a pamphlet with all of the information (stores and their locations) on it. It's that simple ♥

  38. QUESTION:
    should we open wedding presents we received prior to our wedding day ?
    The wedding is in approx. 1 month. We have been receiving presents from our registry.

    • ANSWER:
      Sure. That way you can get a head start on your thank you notes too....

  39. QUESTION:
    50th wedding anniversary presents for grandparents?
    its my grandparents' 50th wedding anniversary in a few weeks and i am looking for inspiration as to a good present! money is up to a point no object and my father has got them a week away so this is not an option. what suggestions do you have?

    • ANSWER:
      As part of their present you could get them a rose bush - there's one called Golden Wedding! I got one for my parents and they had it in their garden until the day they died - a lovely constant reminder of a special day. Look up stockists on the internet.

  40. QUESTION:
    what presents do i buy the wedding party?
    we have 3 bridesmaid, a chief bridesmaid, 2 best men, 2 ushers, 2 fathers and a page boy and flower girl ( page and flower are my children). i am paying for the whole wedding myself and planning it all myself. having no imput from anyone. do u have to buy everyone presents? anyt suggestions of presents. i am also buying the suits and maids dresses.

    • ANSWER:
      My Auntie got married last summer, I'm not sure what your personal tastes are, but she bought the bridesmaids and groomsmen Flasks. They were engraved with each persons name, or nickname. They only cost her about each, inclucing engraving.
      I thought it was a cute idea. :)

      Congrats on your big day!!

  41. QUESTION:
    What are the traditional wedding anniversary presents for the first ten years?

    • ANSWER:
      The Traditional Anniversary Gifts 1-10 Years:

      1st paper
      3rd leather
      4th books/flowers/fruit
      5th wood
      6th iron/sugar
      7th copper/wool
      8th bronze/pottery
      9th pottery/willow
      10th aluminum/tin

      http://www.the-wedding-anniversary-site.com/wedding-anniversary-gift-list.html

      There are details here for every anniversary year - with modern, gemstone and flowers for each year.

  42. QUESTION:
    How do you ask for money instead of presents at your wedding?
    My fiance and I will be living overseas and dont need traditional gifts. But we really could use cash! How can we politely ask the guests at our wedding to gift us cash instead of presents?

    • ANSWER:
      By word of mouth only. Also, do not register for anything, that will give your guests a hint.

      Good luck

  43. QUESTION:
    What do you buy as wedding presents these days?

    • ANSWER:
      Usually wedding couples make lists of what they need/want.

  44. QUESTION:
    What are wedding presents that start with G?
    So far I have
    Glassware
    Garnish Tray
    Grill/Grilling accessories
    Glade candles/products
    Games/Gameboards

    Can you think of anything else? It's weird I know, but thanks for any help you can give me.

    • ANSWER:
      greenbacks (money)
      grinder for coffee etc...
      gift card
      grocery gift card
      ginsu knives
      That's all I can think of right now off the top of my head

  45. QUESTION:
    What are the traditional wedding anniversary presents ?
    and for what year I know one is paper but sure which

    • ANSWER:
      1st - paper
      2nd - cotton
      3rd - leather
      4th - books
      5th - Wood or Clocks
      6th - Iron
      7th - Copper, Bronze or Brass
      8th - Electrical Appliances
      9th - Pottery
      10th- Tin, Aluminum
      11th- Steel
      12th- silk or linen
      13th- lace
      14th- Ivory
      15th- Crystal
      20th - China
      25th - Silver
      30th - pearl
      35th - Coral, Jade
      40th - Ruby
      45th - Sapphire
      50th - Gold
      55th - Emerald
      60th - Diamond

      Some ideas and an more modern list is here:
      http://www.happy-anniversary.com/year-of-marriage/index.html

  46. QUESTION:
    how do you ask people for money rather than wedding presents?
    my partner and i are combining 2 households, so we dont really need anything at the moment. so we hit on the idea of a wedding postbox or wishing well.but how do you tell people you would prefer monetary contributions than presents?

    • ANSWER:
      Delicately...

      Might be an idea to write a cute poem to go in with your invites, or do a little mini card with a piccy of a wishing well and on the front say 'for those who wish to purchase a gift', then inside explain that you have everything you need house-wise so a donation in your 'wishing-well' is all you would like...

      Instead of cash, we asked for holiday vouchers. We paid for our honeymoon and then asked for vouchers from the travel agent. The day after the wedding we then called into travel agent and they refunded us the value of the vouchers xx

  47. QUESTION:
    Can a Jehovas Witness accept wedding presents please?

    • ANSWER:
      yes for sure they can .just went to a Jehovah's witness wedding 3 wks ago and they had many presents so YES.

  48. QUESTION:
    Is it okay to use wedding presents before the wedding?

    • ANSWER:
      Yeah sure. How will anyone know anyway. If I gave you a gift I would start to wonder why you weren't using it right away! After being given, they are your to use! Have fun

  49. QUESTION:
    good anniversary presents for 20th wedding anniversary and 40th birthday present?
    its my mum and dads 20th wedding anniversary in march and i would like to get them a special present. They are going to france but i do not know what to get them. Also its my mums 40th birthday soon. can anybody think of something good i could get her . thanks :)

    • ANSWER:
      A 20th anniversary is China. Howt about getting them some china such as a dinner set or an ornament. The gemstone is emerald. The flower is the Lily.
      For your mums 40th why not get her something nice like a make over or a massage. Dont get her those 40 badges or silly ornaments as this will make her feel her age. No one wants to feel 40.

  50. QUESTION:
    I recently got married, what do I do with all of the wedding presents I can't find a place to return?
    I've already written and sent over 150 thank you notes, and while we appreciate the generosity, we have run out of places to put the gifts. Is there a better option than to give them away? Is one charity better than another? I'm overwhelmed by casserole dishes!!!

    • ANSWER:
      Oh, hon, let me give you my address! I've been married almost 18 years, and would LOVE several new casserole dishes.
      About storage, see first if you can store some at either of your parents' homes. For duplicates, it's really sometimes nice in three years when your coffee maker dies, to just be able to pull a new one out of a closet!
      As for a charity, I would look first to women's shelters, any kids' charities (Ronald McDonald's houses) - then to something like freecycle.
      Congrats on your marriage!


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