I'm a budding wedding make up artist and am doing a friend's make up for her wedding free of charge (to help her out - tight budget) in exchange for one of her proofs (to help build my portfolio). My question is should I get her a gift for her wedding and if so, what's an appropriate price range? $75 or less?
I've canceled the factor of travel expenses for consultations (we live in different states) and products as business expenses. In addition to giving me a professional proof/pic for my portfolio, she's also paying for a hotel room for 1 night and allowed me to bring a guest to the wedding and reception (which is sit down dinner).
I feel obligated to get her something since I am coming and with a guest at that! I realize that gifts and their value amount should reflect how close you are to the person. We used to be pretty close (as well as co-workers) but grew apart once we changed jobs and I relocated. Any information you can give is great appreciated! Many thanks!
The Bridal Beauty Babe :)
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Re: [beautybabe1] HELP - Should a "vendor" give a gift?
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Dear Bridal Beauty Babe:
Unless you agreed prior that your "arrangement" was to BE the bride's gift (doesn't seem to be the case here), then you need to view yourself as more than a vendor in this situation. The service portion of this relationship should have no impact on the gift to be given. It seems you have been invited to this wedding as a friend and a coworker and not just because you agreed to provide makeup services.
Since a wedding invitation obligates the recipient to bring a gift you should certaimnly do so however there is no "proper amount" to spend on a wedding gift. You've really answered your own question when you say, "I realize that gifts and their value amount should reflect how close you are to the person". So, choose a gift according to what you feel is appropriate given your relationship.
Good luck with your new career. Top Wedding Questions Forum Moderator - "Write your sorrows in the sand, your blessings in stone".
HELP - Should a "vendor" give a gift?
