Quick answer: As a wedding guest, plan on $100-$150 per couple (or $75-$100 solo) for a close friend or relative, and $50-$75 for coworkers or distant acquaintances. The card matters as much as the amount.
Short answer up top, details below - here is everything you need to know about how much to spend on a wedding gift.
Gift Budget by Relationship
- Close family: $150-$250 (or a significant item from the registry)
- Close friends: $100-$150 per couple
- Coworkers and distant relatives: $50-$75
- Plus-one invitations: $50 is thoughtful
- Destination weddings: your travel cost counts - a card plus a small gift is fine
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I order a pop up card before the occasion?
Order at least one to two weeks ahead to allow for shipping, and consider ordering two or three at once so you always have a standout card on hand for last-minute celebrations.
Can I order pop up cards in bulk or with my own design?
Yes. Apopresent offers custom branding and wholesale quantities for businesses, from logo cards to fully bespoke paper engineering. Minimums are friendly even for small teams.
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