Hello, wedding crashers and gift-carriers!
Are you wondering about the perfect timing for presenting your wedding gift? "When should I give the gift: at the registry office or at the reception?" – this question is probably on many people's minds when the wedding invitation arrives.
A little tip for the civil ceremony: Keep things a bit more subtle here. A simple token of appreciation is perfectly sufficient and shows the newlyweds that you're celebrating their love without immediately launching into a lavish gift spree—perhaps the big party is still to come! 1 .
And as the day of the big celebration approaches, it's time to water your gift boat. Now you can give something more personal, something that comes from the heart and shows the bride and groom how much they mean to you .
If you can't make it to the big day to give your gift, take a deep breath—it's easy! Officially, you have up to a year to send it back. But between you and me: the sooner, the better. This way, you'll be remembered positively and avoid the potential embarrassment of a late gift. 4 .
In short: Start small at the civil ceremony, and then you can make a statement with your gift at the big celebration. And if all else fails, an envelope with a financial contribution is always a safe bet. 3 .
With that in mind, stay generous and tactful!