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posted 2 years ago in Etiquette
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    Blushing bee
    loveapril    April 3, 2010  

    Hi Bees

    My question is, since most of the OOT guest that we get (there will be no more than 4 couples) are part of the wedding party such as FOG, GM and all that, are we supposed to get a OOT gifts for them on top of what we've already prepared for the wedding party?? Personally, I think that would be too much but what does etiquette say??

     
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    LittleLynx    May 28, 2011   Canada

    OOT gifts are not a necessity as far as I know, rather just a nice gesture for people who come from farther away. If you still want to include OOT gifts, I wouldn't do anything really elaborate... Maybe a map of the area, some bottles of water and a couple snacks or something like that. Not too expensive, but enough to let them know you are thinking of them and appreciate them travelling to join you.

     
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    Marinara    08/14/2010   San Francisco, CA

    I agree that OOT are not necessary. Some people do them because they want to, and I'm sure they're appreciated.  I would say that if your only OOT guests are part of the wedding party, it's especially unnecessary.  As the other poster suggested, it would be nice to give them a simple, little something to acknowledge their time, effort and expense.  But only if you want to and have the budget/time for it!   Good luck :)

     
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    Charm bracelet    July 24, 2010   Placentia, CA

    I agree with the girls. Not necessary.  Maybe something small, if you have time and money.  If not, no big deal.  I've been to many OOT weddings and didn't get an OOT bag.  

     
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    LittlestBirds    July 24, 2010   Seattle, WA

    OOT gift bags are an above-and-beyond kind of nicety to make your guests feel extra-welcome. No one should feel pressured to provide them, regardless of who your OOT guests are.

     

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