What gift do you give a couple that’s eloped and hosting a wedding reception a year later?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’d probably do a gift card to a restaurant near them. $100-$250 depending on your budget.

No. A restaurant gift card is a birthday present, not a wedding present. Not to mention they probably need real money way more than they need a single night out.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Op again. I have never actually given cash, it’s always been a registry.

15 years ago everyone was on TheKnot. Registered at Macy’s and Target. I’m a bit unsure of cash territory.

FFS give a Visa gift card and shaddap.

[Anonymous]

Give more than you would at what you consider "a traditional ceremony." This is an honorable couple doing one of life's hardest things . . . Being a caregiver to your parents. Kudos to the couple.

[Anonymous]

Acquaintances: $75
Friends: $100
Good Friends: $150
Best Friends: $200
Family members: $250+

Adjust amounts based on what you can afford. Nobody expects you to go broke over a wedding gift.

[Anonymous]

Just a gift grab. You weren’t invited to the wedding so definitely don’t owe them a wedding gift. Someone can’t have a party a year later and expect wedding presents, that’s insane.

Honestly I’d try to avoid the whole thing. I’m sure you won’t be the only one.

[Anonymous]

Nothing. Your presence is the present