QuestionHi,
My fiancee and I will have lived together for 7 years when we get married. Therefore, we don't need anything as far as gifts. What we are wanting is money, but we don't know the nice or correct way of asking for that in the invite. Do you have any suggestions?
-Amanda
AnswerHi Amanda,
I have absolutely no suggestions because there is really no way to politely ask someone for money instead of a gift. Wedding gifts were designed to be given as a gracious gesture to help the newlyweds furnish their new home, towels, linens, silver, china, etc. Generally, not given to furnish their bank account. Now, that may sound harsh to you, but I say it to make you realize what others would say when they receive a request like this, and you don't want friends and family having ill-will or thinking less than happy thoughts about you ;) Since it is unnecessary to have a shower because you have all you need, most people will bring a wedding gift, and guests will be asking your close relatives what you need or where you are registered. Let them be the ones to say "They have everything that they need, however, I know that cash gifts would certainly be welcome".
I hope this helps!
Brenda,
www.GraciousBridal.com
