A Note on Gifts…
Asking for money instead of gifts can feel awkward; but if you’re like me - you need a dishwasher more than a set of china, or a vacation more than candle sticks.
Although cash isn’t traditional for a wedding gift, it is a growing trend. It is also a simple fact that more couples are paying for their own weddings and want to considerate with their funds.
When asking for cash gifts, the best way to communicate this is to add it your wedding website or include a separate note or card with your invite with the one of the wording choices below. If saving for something specific, you can also direct guests to a site like myregistry.com which allows you to specify the items you are looking to start or enjoy your life with from the money gifted.
5 wording options for asking for Cash Gifts:
Because we are saving for {fill in the blank} we would appreciate cash donations in lieu of gifts. Thank you very much!
We ask only of your love and presence but if a present is your desire, we would be honored with a cash gift to help us save for our (fill in the blank … example is new home)! Much love and thanks!
We require only your presence but if you were thinking of giving a gift, we would greatly appreciate a gift of cash to help us save for {fill in the blank} Thank you kindly!
If you were thinking of giving a gift, we would appreciate a gift of cash to help us save for (fill in the blank).
In lieu of gifts, we would greatly appreciate cash donations to help us save {for our new home}.
