How much money to give at wedding?

In the midst of preparations to attend a wedding, a nagging question nags at the back of your mind: how much to give at a wedding? It’s a tricky question, and one that varies according to a number of factors: your relationship with the bride and groom, your personal budget, local customs and so on. Don’t panic, we’ll help you make sense of this nebula of numbers and traditions!

👇 First of all, don’t forget that you can just as easily create an online wedding money pool to spoil the bride and groom 👇

Key learnings from the article
While guests often choose to donate between $50 and $200, in this article we bring you our own statistics, taken from the kitty’s made on Tiing. Happy reading!

How to determine the amount of a wedding gift? A question of nuance…

First things first: there is no “standard” amount for a wedding gift. The amount you choose to give will depend above all on your relationship with the bride and groom, or even your budget;

If you’re a close friend or family member, it’s generally expected that you’ll give a more substantial gift. This doesn’t necessarily mean an astronomical sum, but something that reflects your appreciation for the couple. A good place to start might be to cover the cost of your place at the wedding meal – typically, this runs around $100 to $150 per guest.

For a colleague or acquaintance, a gift of $50 may be quite appropriate.

How much to give at a wedding, according to Tiing?

This data may be of interest to you.

Tiing is fortunate to have a large number of people in Canada trust us with their online kitty projects, including weddings. Of course, we see a wide range of amounts.

As mentioned above, everyone gives according to their means.

However, we can say that the amounts generally oscillate between $50 and $200 per person.

The envelope tradition: the silver wedding gift

In Canada, the envelope tradition is still very much alive at weddings. Simply put, the bride and groom receive a sum of money in a pretty envelope.

It’s a particularly popular gift as it allows the bride and groom to use it as they wish – whether for : 

• Financing their honeymoon, 
• buy furniture for their new home, 
• or even reimburse part of the cost of the wedding.

But remember, even if money is a practical gift, it shouldn’t be given in an impersonal or cold way. Remember to accompany your envelope with a pretty card with a personal message!

Alternative to the wedding envelope: the online kitty!

If you’d like to find an alternative to the money envelope or urn at a wedding, don’t forget there’s the online kitty solution! 

Tiing helps dozens and dozens of future brides and grooms every year thanks to these online wedding kennels organized either by the lovers or by their guests.

They make it possible to collect money quickly and, above all, to return it just as quickly, to the bride and groom’s bank account. 

Fast and efficient. Tiing!

How much to give at a wedding? Try the wedding gift simulator

Today there are online tools, such as wedding gift simulators, that can help you determine how much to give. On Mariages.net, for example!

These simulators take several factors into account, such as:

• your connection to the bride and groom,
• your budget,
• the average cost of a wedding in your area, etc..

Of course, these simulators are not infallible, but they can give you a general idea of the appropriate amount.

Choosing a gift: an alternative to money

Finally, don’t forget that there are other options than money for wedding gifts. If you feel uncomfortable giving money, or prefer to give something more personal, you can always opt for a physical gift.

Many couples today are creating wedding lists, which are a great way to give a gift that will really be appreciated. And if all else fails, you can always opt for a classic gift, such as:

• a beautiful vase,
• a piece of art,
• a bottle of vintage wine,
• or a set of luxury sheets!

At the end of the day, it’s not the amount you give that matters most, but the intention behind the gift. A gift given with love and care will always be appreciated, whether it’s an envelope full of money or a carefully chosen object.