Make the gift out to either name that the couple is using prior to the wedding. In message section, write "Congratulations Chris and Kris". Not all couples have joint bank accounts, not all couples will change their names. Even for those that do, some may have to wait weeks to have the name change documents that will allow them to deposit, if they then have a joint account.
It is only proper to write a check that is a wedding gift to both the bride and the groom. Since the wedding is all about them becoming a couple, you wouldn't want to leave one of them out for this occasion.
If you were invited to the wedding and can't make it because of traveling plans then yes, when you get back you should send the couple a wedding gift.
The Nobility "Elements" Bedding Collection would make an excellent wedding gift.
No, there is no tradition requiring an engagement present in addition to the wedding gift. Just check out her wedding registries and get her something within your budget that is on the registry.
Etiquette states that you have up to a year after the wedding to get someone a wedding gift.
The purpose of having a wedding gift list is to make it easier on the people buying them. They will know what has and has not been bought to keep from buying repeats.
Personalize it with a photo or message from the heart. Check out the related links below for personalized gift ideas.
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No, dates do not have to give a gift to the wedding couple. Your date does.
Either of the couples names would be appropriate.
Yes.
You can give your fiance his wedding gift the day before the wedding or on your wedding night as it should be private when the two of you exchange gifts.