How much money as a wedding gift to a colleague

I live in New York (suburban NYC) and my colleague (we're both fresh out of college) whom I have known for about 10 months has invited me to her wedding. We are pretty close for colleagues (e.g. have lunch together nearly every day, I went to her bachelorette party and she has shared many details.... [Read more]

Can guest's colors be the same or close to bridal party?

I am attending a wedding at the end of October in New York. The service is at 3pm and the reception is at 6:00pm. Black tie optional was stated on the formal invitations. I have a lovely cocktail dress that is short in the front and long in the back and is a burgandy color with some beading. I.... [Read more]

Asking for money and GC on invitations

My fiance is in the military and we are being moved to Nevada from New Hampshire in October. Our shower is the weekend before we leave. We are buying a house off base once we arrive. Since we have no clue about our new home, how do we ask for gift certificates or money instead of gifts on our.... [Read more]

Proper Bridesmaid attire for Long Island Evening Wedding

Hi. I am getting married December 30th, in Long Island, New York, however, I am from Wisconsin. The bridesmaid dresses I chose are black, empire waist, and 3/4 length. The dresses are simple, but I think quite elegant. The girls will be wearing matching black strappy heels, hair up, black &.... [Read more]

Gifts at the reception? Help!!

I'm part of an Italian family in New York, and every wedding I've been to there has had a registry for the bridal shower for things like appliances, bed sheets, and other household items, and the bride and groom get cards and money at the reception. However, I'm getting married in Kentucky now,.... [Read more]