Wedding
Wedding registry: what to put on it?
In the midst of preparing to attend a wedding, a nagging question lingers in the back of your mind: how much to give to a wedding? It’s a tricky question, and one that varies according to a number of factors: your relationship with the bride and groom, your personal budget, local customs, etc. Don’t panic, we’ll help you make sense of this nebula of numbers and traditions!
👇 First and foremost, don’t forget that you can just as easily create an online wedding kitty to spoil the bride and groom 👇
What you need to know from this article
While guests often choose to donate between $50 and $200, in this article we offer you our own statistics, taken from Tiing’s prize pools. Enjoy your reading!
How to determine the amount of the wedding gift? A question of nuance…
First things first: there’s no “standard” amount for a wedding gift. The amount you choose to donate will depend above all on your relationship with the bride and groom, or even on your budget.
If you’re a close friend or family member, it’s generally expected that you’ll offer a more substantial gift. This doesn’t necessarily mean an astronomical sum, but something that reflects your appreciation for the couple. A good starting point might be to cover the cost of your place at the wedding dinner – usually around $100 to $150 per guest.
For a colleague or acquaintance, a gift of $50 may be quite appropriate.
How much to give to a wedding, according to Tiing?
This data may be of interest to you.
In fact, Tiing is delighted to see so many people in Canada trust us with their online kitty projects, including weddings. Of course, we see various amounts.
As mentioned above, everyone gives according to their means.
However, we can say that the amounts generally oscillate between $50 and $200 per person.
The envelope tradition: the silver wedding gift
In Canada, the envelope tradition is still very much alive at weddings. It’s as simple as giving the bride and groom a sum of money in a pretty envelope.
It’s a particularly popular gift because it allows the bride and groom to use it as they see fit – whether for :
- to finance their honeymoon,
- buy furniture for their new home,
- or even reimburse part of the cost of the wedding.
But even if money is a practical gift, it shouldn’t be given in an impersonal or cold way. Don’t forget to include a pretty card with a personal message!
Alternative to the wedding envelope: the online kitty!
If you’re looking for an alternative to the envelope or money box at a wedding, don ‘t forget that there’s the online kitty solution!
Tiing helps dozens and dozens of future brides and grooms every year thanks to these online wedding kitchens organized either by the lovers themselves or by their guests.
They enable money to be collected quickly and, above all, returned just as quickly to the bride and groom’s bank account .
Fast and efficient. Tiing!
How much to give to a wedding? Try the wedding gift simulator
Today there are online tools, such as wedding gift simulators, that can help you determine how much to give. On Mariages.net, for example!
These simulators take several factors into account, such as :
- your relationship with the bride and groom,
- your budget,
- the average cost of a wedding in your area, etc.
Of course, these simulators are not infallible, but they can give you a general idea of the appropriate amount.
Choosing a gift: an alternative to money
Finally, don’t forget that there are options other than money for wedding gifts. If you don’t feel comfortable giving money, or if you’d rather give something more personal, you can always opt for a physical gift.
Many couples today are creating wedding lists, which are a great way to give a gift that will be truly appreciated. And if all else fails, you can always opt for a classic gift, like :
- a beautiful vase,
- a piece of art,
- a bottle of vintage wine,
- or a set of luxury sheets!
In the end, it’s not the amount you give that matters most, but the intention behind the gift. A gift given with love and care will always be appreciated, whether it’s an envelope full of money or a carefully chosen object.