I'm going to a bridal shower this weekend and I'm not sure of the gift giving etiquette. It's being held at a country club. They had an engagement party last summer and I brought a gift basket (about $65). How much should I be spending for a shower gift, and should I get a gift off of the registry? Also, the wedding is in mid September and is also formal. I will be bringing a date to the wedding. Should I bring a money gift or should I purchase and mail a gift in advance of the wedding? What's the proper etiquette for wedding/shower gift giving?
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I would definitley get the shower gift from the registry. The bride and groom probably spent a lot of time picking out what they wanted and are excited to receive those gifts. If you spent $65 for the engagement gift, I would spend at least that much or more for the shower gift. As for the wedding, I think that either putting money in a card or mailing a gift in advance would be appropriate. I don't think that there is "proper" ettiquitte for all of this or if there is people seldom know it and they just go by what their family or community traditions are. What I have listed are just my opinions. I have found when talking with friends and co-workers, that everyone has different expectations of what is to happen at weddings. However, buying from the registry, and giving money have never been argued by any of my friends or co-workers :) Hope you have fun at the upcoming events!
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