Money or registry?

we plan to buy a house shortly after getting married...we would like to let our guests know that we would like money for this, but what way is appropriate?

we also would like to set up a small registry for the bridal shower, and for people who feek more comfortable giving gifts than money, we.... [Read more]

Moms second wedding wants money tree instead of gifts ??????

I am helping plan my mothers second wedding ,,how in the heck do I practice proper wedding etiquette by asking wedding guests to just give money for their honey moon on their wedding tree ...I am in dire need here please help ...she is adiment about this ..PLEASE HELP ..do it the correct way or in.... [Read more]

Money as a Gift--Need Advice

I've read some posts on here dealing with asking for money as a gift. However, I think I have an unusual sort of situation--one that I didn't find addressed here. Directly after getting married, my husband and I are flying to LA, going to the British Consulate to apply for my spousal visa. He.... [Read more]

Groom's parents have money, Brides don't

I am just wondering whether or not it is proper to take money from the groom's parents when mine aren't able to contribute very much. I am personally making up for it with my own money, however. For example, if the wedding costs 20000+, they are offering 6000 + rehearsal dinner, my dad is only.... [Read more]

Is there an elegant way to ask for money instead of gifts?

My fiancé and I would like to ask for money instead of gifts. We don't really need anything extra for the house, and the few things we could ask for is not enough to fill up an entire registry. Our current apartment is too small to fit anymore stuff. We would prefer to receive money to put.... [Read more]