"We kindly request no gifts for our wedding. Your journey to celebrate with us is enough of a gift." "We would prefer that our guests don't bring gifts. Making memories in this beautiful destination together is more than we could ask for."
Try one of these suggestions: Your presence is the only gift we need. Please, no gifts. Consider a donation instead. The gift of your presence is enough!
No presents please, just your loving presence. Your good wishes are the only gifts that we wish to receive. As appreciated as your gifts may be, they are not needed as you will see. The presence of our family and friends will do, and make our day special too.
If you don't have a specific reason for declining a gift, it's still okay to decline it. You don't need to have a reason to decline a gift, just as you don't need a reason to accept one. It's your personal choice and preference. However, it's important to communicate your decision politely and graciously.
Explain your feelings in a polite, tactful way. You might say "It makes me comfortable that you give me so many gifts" or "I feel uncomfortable when you give me gifts because it makes the relationship feel lopsided." Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
If someone does give you something you don't have room for: Don't refuse it! This will only result in hurt feelings and a returns hassle for the giver. Instead, graciously accept the gift, write the "thank you" note, and then make a plan to pass it on to someone who can make good use of the item.
If an invitation says “no gifts,” honor that request.
So if they request no gifts, don't bring one. But you can bring a card made or signed by your child. This gives your child something to hold when he arrives at the party and shows his thoughtfulness toward his friend.
What percentage of wedding guests don't give gifts?
It's a gesture of goodwill and a lovely way to express your support of the newlyweds. That said, it's highly likely that not every guest at a wedding will oblige. In fact, it's been estimated that between 7 and 10% of guests at a wedding fail to give a gift.
What do you say when someone asks what gift you want?
If you have something in mind and someone is asking you about it, you may as well tell them. If you don't have anything specific that you might want( or want from them), then just tell them a general description about stuff you like, being as specific or vague as you think appropriate.
Generally, yes, it's rude to refuse a gift. However, there are some circumstances where it's totally ok to refuse. People have mentioned suitors who will not take no for an answer, or if the gift has strings attached, both good points. A general rule of thumb is, does it make you feel icky inside to accept.
Yes, it's generally considered quite rude -- and, an even worse offense in America, quite awkward -- to decline a gift. There would have to be some sort of good reason for the decline, and it needs to be done politely with a clear explanation.
Blocks to receiving may reflect protection from being in someone's debt. We may suspect their motives, wondering “What do they want from me?” Presuming that compliments or gifts are attempts to control or manipulate us, we pre-emptively defend ourselves from any sense of obligation or indebtedness.
We often give gifts to re-confirm or establish our connection with others, which means that they're a reflection of both the giver and the receiver, as well as their unique relationship. Giving a gift to someone we care about allows us to communicate our feelings and appreciation for them.
You can include a simple message like “We'd be over the moon if you'd consider giving money instead of gifts,” followed by what you're hoping to spend the money on.
