{"id":261944,"date":"2022-11-02T15:14:44","date_gmt":"2022-11-02T22:14:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lulus.com\/blog\/?p=261944"},"modified":"2022-11-02T15:14:44","modified_gmt":"2022-11-02T22:14:44","slug":"wedding-gift-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lulus.com\/blog\/weddings\/wedding-gift-etiquette\/","title":{"rendered":"Not Sure What to Give? Here’s Our Ultimate Guide to Wedding Gift Etiquette"},"content":{"rendered":"
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So, your friend\u2019s big day is coming up, and you want to find the perfect gift to commemorate the occasion. While the sentiment is there, though, actually finding the perfect gift is another issue entirely. For such a huge occasio<\/a>n, it\u2019s easy to second-guess whether or not the gift you decide on will be well-received.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Fortunately, we\u2019re here to help! Here\u2019s everything you need to know about wedding gift etiquette and how to pick the perfect gift for the happy couple!<\/span><\/p>\n

Shop From the Registry<\/h2>\n
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Typically, when a couple announces their wedding date, they\u2019ll also put out a wedding registry. This registry is essentially a master list of things the couple needs or wants going into their new life together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re just opening up your online shopping platform of choice and browsing, you\u2019re going to get overwhelmed pretty quickly. By using the registry, you\u2019ll be able to greatly narrow down the options, as well as ensure the gift you purchase is something the couple will be able to appreciate!<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep Context in Mind<\/h2>\n
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That cutting-edge new kitchen appliance may look like a great gift, and in many cases it probably is, but you need to be aware of who exactly you\u2019re buying it for. First of all, would they appreciate it, and second of all, can you afford it?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you know the couple well, things are a bit simpler, but if you don\u2019t, it\u2019s difficult to be certain whether or not they\u2019d actually appreciate it. In that case, you can go back to the registry and look for any similar items. If the item you\u2019re looking to purchase is similar to a lot of the items on the registry, the couple will probably appreciate it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Next is the matter of cost. As great as that gift may be for the couple, if you can\u2019t afford it, you may need to look into something else. However, there\u2019s also the option of going in on a larger gift with a few other guests!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Though some great gifts are out of an individual\u2019s price range, by having several guests contribute, you can purchase something much larger for the couple, simplifying the process and allowing for a much greater range of gift options!<\/span><\/p>\n

Did our wedding gift etiquette guide help you? Tell us in the comments–and show us your wedding guest style\u00a0on\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0TikTok<\/a> @lulus using #lovelulus! To shop more special occasion styles, head to our Wedding Guest Shop<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

So, your friend\u2019s big day is coming up, and you want to find the perfect gift to commemorate the occasion. While the sentiment is there, though, actually finding the perfect gift is another issue entirely. For such a huge occasion, it\u2019s easy to second-guess whether or not the gift you decide on will be well-received.\u00a0… Read more »<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":191,"featured_media":261965,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[42077,42242],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-261944","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle","category-weddings"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nWhat To Give: Wedding Gift Etiquette 101 - Lulus.com Fashion Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Not sure what to give? 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