My sister sent out wedding invites with a note saying a minimum cash gift of $150 is expected to cover the cost of our plate. Is it acceptable to mandate a specific gift amount?

  • decide what they can comfortably afford.
  • Mentioning required amounts may appear rude or greedy.
  • Invitations should focus on celebrating the event, not financial expectations.

Even when couples strongly prefer cash gifts, etiquette professionals usually recommend using softer language on wedding websites or registries rather than directly requesting money on formal invitations.

Why Some Guests Feel Offended

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