{"id":74311,"date":"2024-03-21T18:21:55","date_gmt":"2024-03-22T01:21:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/?p=74311"},"modified":"2024-03-21T18:23:41","modified_gmt":"2024-03-22T01:23:41","slug":"how-much-to-spend-on-a-wedding-gift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/how-much-to-spend-on-a-wedding-gift\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much to Spend on a Wedding Gift: $50 to $100 on Average"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>The average person spends <strong>$50-$100+<\/strong> on a wedding gift, but the amount varies by their relationship with the couple and budget.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After accepting a wedding invite, you probably wonder what to give the happy couple and how much to spend on a wedding gift. While there is no right or wrong price, some factors may influence your decision, such as how well you know the soon-to-be-wed and whether potential travel and lodging costs to attend are within your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, our wedding experts here at Joy help break down seven rules of wedding gift etiquette to help you make the right decision for <em>you<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"joy-toc wp-block-table-of-contents-block-table-of-contents-block\"><div class=\"eb-parent-wrapper eb-parent-eb-toc-a71cqy0 \"><div class=\"eb-toc-container eb-toc-a71cqy0  eb-toc-is-not-sticky eb-toc-not-collapsible eb-toc-initially-not-collapsed eb-toc-scrollToTop style-1 list-style-none\" data-scroll-top=\"false\" data-scroll-top-icon=\"fas fa-angle-up\" data-collapsible=\"false\" data-sticky-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-sticky=\"false\" data-scroll-target=\"scroll_to_toc\" data-copy-link=\"false\" data-editor-type=\"\" data-hide-desktop=\"false\" data-hide-tab=\"false\" data-hide-mobile=\"false\" data-itemCollapsed=\"false\"><div class=\"eb-toc-header\"><div class=\"eb-toc-title\">In this Guide<\/div><\/div><div class=\"eb-toc-wrapper \" data-headers=\"[{&quot;level&quot;:2,&quot;content&quot;:&quot;1. 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Group Wedding Gifts Are Okay for Large Purchases<\/a><li><a href=\"#do-i-need-to-bring-a-gift-for-each-wedding-event\">Do I Need to Bring a Gift for Each Wedding Event?<\/a><li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><li><a href=\"#the-joy-takeaway\">The Joy Takeaway<\/a><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-follow-the-traditional-wedding-gift-model\"><strong>1. Follow the Traditional Wedding Gift Model<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional gifting rules refer to the \u201ccost-per-plate\u201d model, which means you base your spending around how much you think covers your attendance or \u201cplate\u201d at the wedding reception. Guests don\u2019t know this, but you can use the invitation details \u2014 venue, time of year, theme, etc. \u2014 to come up with a rough estimate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you think the cost to attend the wedding is $100 per person, and you bring a plus one along, your wedding gift price tag would be around $200. This method is a good way to determine a reasonable dollar amount to spend on a gift \u2014 if you\u2019re comfortable with doing a little bit of guesswork upfront.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond this traditional route, gift-giving rules and expectations may also differ by culture and custom. Be sure to keep these factors in mind when contributing your wedding gift.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-consider-your-relationship-with-the-couple\"><strong>2. Consider Your Relationship With the Couple<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your relationship with the couple is another important factor in how much to spend on a wedding gift. For instance, are you an immediate family member or a distant relative? Do you consider yourself a close friend or friendly acquaintance?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While this answer \u2014 along with your personal budget and comfort level \u2014 can help you settle on a gift that makes sense, here are some price range guidelines to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"781\" height=\"950\" src=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/wedding-gift-spending-guide.png\" alt=\"wedding gift spending guide chart of price ranges\" class=\"wp-image-81223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/wedding-gift-spending-guide.png 781w, https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/wedding-gift-spending-guide-247x300.png 247w, https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/wedding-gift-spending-guide-768x934.png 768w, https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/wedding-gift-spending-guide-585x712.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 781px) 100vw, 781px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-use-the-gift-registry-as-guidance\"><strong>3. Use the Gift Registry as Guidance<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the couple shared a <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/registry\/\">wedding registry<\/a> of their gift wish list, use that as a guide for gift selection. If over your budget, you can opt for alternative contributions, such as donations towards the <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/honeymoon-registry\/\">honeymoon fund<\/a>, which are increasingly popular among modern weddings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The couple will also provide details on how to deliver the gift, such as whether to bring it to the actual wedding or have it shipped to the couple\u2019s home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you\u2019re in the wedding party and have financial obligations for the various wedding festivities planned, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wedding-showers-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">wedding shower<\/a> or engagement party, it\u2019s best to refer to your personal budget.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-spend-within-your-budget\"><strong>4. Spend Within Your Budget<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All in all, your budget will ultimately determine how much you\u2019ll spend on a wedding gift. You\u2019ll have to take other expenses into consideration when setting a budget, such as flight and accommodation costs when making a purchasing decision.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re not expecting financial constraints, it\u2019s still important to set a budget <em>you\u2019re<\/em> comfortable with \u2014 not just for the wedding gift itself but for all the things that come with a wedding celebration. Once you have your overall gift budget set in stone, you can peruse the couple\u2019s wedding registry for <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wedding-gift-ideas\/\">gift ideas<\/a> that work for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a close relationship with the couple, it\u2019s normal for sentimental or personalized gifts to outweigh the monetary value. Also, if you plan to bring a plus one to the wedding, spending double the gift value is reasonable but not expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Account for the Wedding Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the couple is having a destination wedding, and you plan on attending, your presence is generally considered the ultimate gift. Although this sentiment is still true for a local wedding, the <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/destination-wedding-cost\/\">cost of a destination wedding<\/a> requires guests to spend a lot more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, whether you decide to bring or forgo a physical wedding gift ultimately comes down to your personal budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-cash-wedding-gifts-are-acceptable\"><strong>6. Cash Wedding Gifts Are Acceptable<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nowadays, it\u2019s totally okay and common to give cash as a wedding gift. In fact, many modern couples prefer it, adding a general <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/cash-fund-registry\/\">cash fund<\/a>, honeymoon fund, or even an experiences fund that guests can contribute money to \u2014 whether in lieu of physical gifts or alongside them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A cash gift of $50-$150 is also a great option if you can\u2019t decide on a retail gift or don\u2019t have time to peruse the couple\u2019s registry. Just remember, even a monetary gift is a kind gesture from you to the couple getting married. The focus should be more on celebrating the couple \u2014 and less focused on the specific gift or the amount you spent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-group-wedding-gifts-are-okay-for-large-purchases\"><strong>7. Group Wedding Gifts Are Okay for Large Purchases<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re heading to the couple\u2019s destination wedding or have financial constraints, a great way to gift is to go big on a big-ticket item with multiple wedding guests. For example, the couple may list a new living room set or washer and dryer combo for their new home together.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since larger gifts can be a hefty price for one person to give, consider reaching out to other guests and coordinating to cover a gift together. Joy\u2019s wedding registry has a neat <a href=\"https:\/\/help.withjoy.com\/group-gifting-explained\">group gifting feature<\/a>, allowing guests to pitch in for items that cost over $350.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-do-i-need-to-bring-a-gift-for-each-wedding-event\"><strong>Do I Need to Bring a Gift for Each Wedding Event?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you plan on attending more wedding events before the big day, such as the wedding shower or engagement party, consider checking with the hosts on gift expectations. They may have separate gift registries for each event, so you can purchase smaller gifts within your budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a helpful suggestion of how much of your overall gift budget you should spend on each wedding event:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>20% on the <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/wedding-shower-gift-ideas\/\">wedding shower gift<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20% on the <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/blog\/engagement-gifts-for-couples\/\">engagement party gift<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60% on the wedding gift<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion gutena-accordion-block gutena-accordion-block-b6abe8-3a is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\" data-single=\"false\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel gutena-accordion-block__panel\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel-title gutena-accordion-block__panel-title\"><div class=\"gutena-accordion-block__panel-title-inner\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"h-should-i-buy-a-gift-if-i-m-not-attending-the-wedding\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">Should I buy a gift if I&#8217;m not attending the wedding?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"trigger-plus-minus\"><div class=\"horizontal\"><\/div><div class=\"vertical\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel-content gutena-accordion-block__panel-content\"><div class=\"gutena-accordion-block__panel-content-inner\">\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">While it\u2019s not expected or required, gifting the couple is still a nice gesture and thought. How you approach it is completely up to you.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel gutena-accordion-block__panel\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel-title gutena-accordion-block__panel-title\"><div class=\"gutena-accordion-block__panel-title-inner\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"h-is-it-okay-to-buy-a-wedding-gift-that-s-not-listed-on-the-registry\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">Is it okay to buy a wedding gift that\u2019s not listed on the registry?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"trigger-plus-minus\"><div class=\"horizontal\"><\/div><div class=\"vertical\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel-content gutena-accordion-block__panel-content\"><div class=\"gutena-accordion-block__panel-content-inner\">\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">While the choice of a gift is always up to the giver, it\u2019s easier (and more considerate) to purchase what the couple desires, especially if they send a wedding registry. Of course, there are exceptions, such as if the couple is open to a monetary gift or if you\u2019re opting for something sentimental and personalized.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel gutena-accordion-block__panel\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel-title gutena-accordion-block__panel-title\"><div class=\"gutena-accordion-block__panel-title-inner\">\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left\" id=\"h-when-should-i-send-the-wedding-gift\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px\">When should I send the wedding gift?<\/h6>\n<div class=\"trigger-plus-minus\"><div class=\"horizontal\"><\/div><div class=\"vertical\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-gutena-accordion-panel-content gutena-accordion-block__panel-content\"><div class=\"gutena-accordion-block__panel-content-inner\">\n<p style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0\">Sending the gift as close to the wedding date as possible is ideal. This way, there\u2019s less of a chance you\u2019ll forget, and it also helps the couple manage their thank-you notes a little easier!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-joy-takeaway\"><strong>The Joy Takeaway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you follow a traditional gift-giving model or use a combination of the tips above, how much you spend on a wedding gift will ultimately come down to your personal budget and your relationship with the happy couple. By using these wedding gift etiquette guidelines as a framework, you\u2019ll confidently navigate this decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Joy, you can take the guesswork out of wedding gifts. From creating an all-in-one wedding registry to customizing <a href=\"https:\/\/withjoy.com\/wedding-website\/\">wedding websites<\/a> and invitations, we\u2019ve got you covered.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The average person spends $50-$100+ on a wedding gift, but the amount varies by their relationship with the couple and budget. 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