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posted 2 years ago in Etiquette
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    Chellery    9/10/10   Boston, MA

    Ok, so i'm not sure of the proper etiquette on this one:

    A coworker of my is having a bridal shower to which I am invited.  However, I will not be able to attend.  Is it proper etiquette for me to send a gift anyway?  I do plan to attend the wedding and give a gift then as well.

     

    Thanks for any advice!

    Chellery

     
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    fancygirl       NYC

    I think it's proper to send a gift if you were invited - but am not sure of all the rules on that, if someone else here knows better.  :)

     
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    PrncssDva    October 16, 2010   Memphis, TN

    You don't have to give a gift, according to etiquette, but it's nice to send one.

     
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    Mrs2theDr    April 16, 2010   Chicago, IL

    I don't think its a must, but I would send a gift!

     
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    2PeasinaPod       Philadelphia

    I think it would be a really nice thing to do. If you're giving a gift for the wedding too...do something a little smaller for the bridal shower.

     
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    msqthoney    April 10, 2010   Los Angeles, California

    I usually give a gift if I'm invited, regardless if I'm able to attend or not.  It's not required but I think it's nice to do so.

     
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    cpgirl2000    April 25, 2010  

    It's not required but it's a nice gesture.  Typically I send something if I'm good friends with the bride.  If it's someone you don't really know I may opt not to send a gift.   

     
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    Chellery    9/10/10   Boston, MA

    Thanks Bees!  I decide I would send a small gift!  You're right in that it is simply a nic gesture!

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    Cheers!

    Chellery

     

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