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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]“Covering your plate” is something I’ve never heard of until coming on this site. $100-200 is my standard depending on who it is/how close I am to the bride or groom.[/quote]

very common in Italian and some Jewish communities.  The bride used to carry a white decorated bag in which guests were supposed to put checks. [/quote]

But is it expected that the amount put in the bag be equal to what the meal cost?[/quote]

The idea is that you gift to pay for yourself and also "give a little extra" as a real gift. This made more sense when weddings weren't so insanely expensive; I think it was relatively common even 5 years ago that your "plate" was $150, and then if you give $200, its like you are giving a $50 gift. Now that weddings have gotten sooo pricey, the numbers all start to feel very high. Its just a rule of thumb - but the expectation is that if you are financially able, you cover your plate. If you are financially able but still elect to only gift $50, then its considered a social faux pas. Its not like people don't know what the cost of a nice dinner and drinks out on the town costs nowadays.   [/quote]

What if the couple has a lavish wedding at $600 a plate?

Why do their wedding costs dictate thei guests' budget?

Are their guests even guests?

Guest:  1. : a person entertained in one's house. 2. : a person to whom hospitality is given.[/quote]

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