Wedding Gift Etiquette for the Happy Couple

Receiving wedding gifts is exciting, but it also comes with etiquette obligations. The most important rule is to send thank-you notes promptly. Aim to send them within three months of your wedding day. Each note should be handwritten and specific. Mention the actual gift and how you plan to use it. Generic notes that just say "thank you for the gift" feel impersonal. If you receive a gift before the wedding, it is thoughtful to acknowledge it early. You can send a brief note or call to say thank you. This reassures the giver that their present arrived safely. Regarding registries, it is polite to offer a range of price points. This ensures that guests with different budgets can find something they feel good about giving. If you receive a duplicate gift, handle it gracefully. Return one copy and use the store credit to buy something else you need. Do not mention the duplicate to the gift giver. If you receive cash gifts, keep a careful record of who gave what. This makes your thank-you notes accurate and personal.