Do
I or do I not gift a gift? That is the
question. In our gift-crazy society, attending
social events can be quite confusing. Some
are traditionally gift-giving events, while others are not. Fold in the ever-changing etiquette...well,
that’s enough to drive a person to scream out loud, “What do I do now!?” I hope the next two situations alleviate some
of your gift anxieties.
How to State No Gifts on Invitation?
Dear Polite One,
We
are planning a surprise 70th birthday party for my grandmother and we are
wondering how to say that gifts are not necessary on the invitations. I know
that it is not proper to state “no gifts please” on the invitation, but we are
just looking for a tactful way to state this so her friends and other distant
family members do not feel obligated to bring a gift. If you have any other
great ideas please share them with us.
No
Gifts
Dear
No Gifts,
Actually
because so many are expecting gifts for all events these days, it is now
appropriate to mention ‘no gifts please'. Some may not know this since it
is a very recent change in etiquette. But it is proper.
Sincerely,
The
Polite One
Gift for Adult Birthday Party?
Dear
Polite One,
When
declining an invite to a birthday party for an adult is one still obligated to
send a gift??
Any
help would be greatly appreciated...
Dear
Any Help,
An
adult birthday party is not supposed to be a gift-giving situation. Additionally,
when not attending any type of birthday party, you are not expected to give a
gift.
Sincerely,
The Polite One
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