'No gifts' wording (2024)

FAQs

How do you say no gifts necessary politely? ›

If you really would prefer no gifts try explaining your feelings. Something along the lines of; “We have made a conscious effort to keep our home decluttered and calm this year, hence there is no need to buy us physical gifts. It would mean a lot to me if we could skip the presents this year.”

If the invitation says no gifts, “it's most polite to follow their request,” Gottsman said. This applies to any celebration, not just kids' parties. “Bringing a gift will make others feel uncomfortable.

Politely Communicate Your Request for Cash

Here are some examples of how you can politely request cash gifts: Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for. Should you wish to honor us with a gift, a contribution towards our future together would be sincerely appreciated.

Gentle - We don't expect you to give us a gift, however, if you would like to, a small financial contribution would be wonderful to go towards setting up our new life together. Simple - Instead of gifts, if you would like to wish us well, feel free to add to our wishing well.

keep it simple and stay away from anything drawn out. This shouldn't be a melodrama. A quick, I'm sorry but I cannot accept this or you're very kind but no thank you is all there is to it. The need to explain away why you came to this determination is not necessary.

Don't overexplain.

Try to be curious. Express what you want — like, 'It would mean a lot to me if I could make you a nice dinner instead of giving you a present this year.

"While gifts are appreciated, please know your presence is gift enough"

“The best gift is having you share in our special day, Should you wish to contribute in some other way, We would love a few pennies to put in our pot, For our honeymoon trip after tying the knot.”

What do you say when refusing a gift? ›

Basically, “Thank you for your generosity, but I can't accept this” will do for most cases. Thank them profusely for the gift. Then tell them that you feel so uncomfortable accepting it that you need to decline and now must return it to them.

In lieu of presents, your Monetary Love Gift would be truly appreciated. But more importantly, we request that you turn up as our wedding guest, as surely you are a blessing to us.

Be honest: It's important to be honest with the person and let them know how you feel. You can say something like “I really appreciate your thoughtfulness, but I don't expect you to buy me gifts.” Be appreciative: Even if you don't want gifts, it's important to show appreciation for the person's thoughtfulness.

Don't overexplain.

Try to be curious. Express what you want — like, 'It would mean a lot to me if I could make you a nice dinner instead of giving you a present this year. What do you think? ' — and then stop and see how the other person reacts.”