Q&A: What kind of wedding gift is expected if the reception is months after the wedding?

4 Responses to Q&A: What kind of wedding gift is expected if the reception is months after the wedding?

1. [insert name]

   October 24, 2011 at 9:13 am

   If I were you, I would do the same $ 75 or $ 100 check, or a gift card to a home store like pier 1, homegoods, etc.

   Edit: this would be considered the exact same thing as a regular reception, so I believe gifts are expected.
2. symplicated

   October 24, 2011 at 9:54 am

   Usually a bride or groom will register for items that they wish to receive as wedding presents. It isn’t a requirement to buy gifts, but it certainly is frowned upon to come empty handed. It often costs the couple quite a bit of money per guest, so the least you can do to say thanks and good luck is to get them something off their list!

   If they don’t have a list and the family doesn’t know what they want, just go to a Linens N’ Things, Bed Bath and Beyond, or any store that has housewares, and pick them up a gift card in your budget or something nice for the home.They will appreciate the thought!
3. Happy :D

   October 24, 2011 at 9:59 am

   Look at it this way: If the bride expects it and you don’t bring one, you look bad and its embarassing, if they don’t expect it and you bring one anyway, you look especially generous. Either way, you’re way better off to bring the gift that may or may not be expected but is always appreciated, than to be the only cheapskate that shows up empty handed.

   Regardless of when it is held, they are celebrating their new marriage, and that is what a reception is. I would assume gifts are expected, and if not, bring one anyway!
4. mJc

   October 24, 2011 at 10:19 am

   I like the idea of giving a $ 50 gift certificate to the couple’s favorite restaurant. I think $ 75-$ 100 is a bit high for a brunch.