A lady or a gentleman should have a drawer to hide little "I am so appreciative to see you that I brought you a little gift" drawer. A "Welcome Home" gift is in order, unless the person so honored is coming back from Prison or jail.
Yes, but a simple hostess gift will suffice. (Wine, baked goods, etc.)
I think being there is good enough
I'm sure he or she would just be glad you came to see them
If it's their birthday to then I would get something
Unless the invitation or the person or people having the retirement party have requested not to bring gifts to the retirement party then you should bring a gift.
When there is a birthday party and you bring a gift you should also bring your own bottle of wine. If guests bring expensive alcohol it is generally etiquette to leave it behind, but with the high economy often the host or hostess will insist the person take what is left of their alcohol home with them.
A camera, a gift, and a smile.
the guest should bring a gift like he/she really needs it , wants it or likes it . :) :)
If you received a gift from someone at your birthday party, your only requirement is to send a thank you note or card. If you are invited to a birthday party, you should bring a gift, however if this person is not having a party you do not have to give them a gift. You may choose to acknowledge the birthday with a small gift, a card or your personal good-wishes.
It's always proper to bring a gift for your hosts to a party where you will receive free food, drink or entertainment, however small.
You should always follow the request of the host/hostess on the invitation. You could buy a nice card for the parents to welcome their new bundle of joy. If you know them very well then you could later send them a gift for the baby, but do not bring a gift to the party.I would send a gift seperately, a baby gift cake is a good option, they are practical and look stunning too, http://www.gifites.co.uk have a lovely range.
Yes, it doesn't have to be something expensive. A coffee mug that has a cap and gown.
YES! But if you aren't invited why would you go? It is rude to go to a party uninvited.
* Wine is always welcome as is flowers or specialty Belgium chocolates.
You can a bring a gift that is not gender specific. So baby items in neutral colors is an option or you could bring a gift card that the parents can use to buy what they need for their baby.
Traditionally, the gift for 15 years is crystal, but watches are the modern version.