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rsscott

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Mother of Groom Gift for Bride?

Is the mother of the groom obligated to purchase a gift for the bride? The bride did not have a bridal shower, and the mother of the groom has already given a gift in lieu of the shower. Is the mother of the groom supposed to give another gift at the church before the wedding? Cool

Nancy Tucker
PRESIDENT - WEDDINGS BEAUTIFUL

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Re: [rsscott] Mother of Groom Gift for Bride? [In reply to]

No one is obligated to provide a gift at a wedding. This is a gesture. You do not have to give another gift.
Nancy Tucker
President of Weddings Beautiful US
http://www.weddingsbeautiful.com and http://www.coordinatorscorner.com

mannersmith
Manners & Etiquette Expert

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Re: [rsscott] Mother of Groom Gift for Bride? [In reply to]

The gift giving guidelines are so situationally specific... For most social circles, when parents contribute to the wedding budget, they do not give wedding gifts. With that said, weddings are a great time to pass down family heirlooms.

I hope this helps,
Jodi R R Smith