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Ladies of Pakistani heritage - advice please

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NanFlanders · 19/09/2018 09:15

Hi. My dh's db married to a lady of Pakistani heritage (DH and I are both white British). We all get on very well, although distance means we tend to only see each other about 4 or 5 times a year - birthdays, Christmas etc. Each have two kids. Sil's sister has very kindly invited us, and dh's parents, to her wedding - it sounds like a big do and we are really excited. Lots of cousins on that side of the family for kids to play with, kids getting Asian wedding clothes etc. What I'd like to know about is what we should take as a present - bride and SIL say no need, just bring yourselves etc. (But we said that for ours and everyone brought a present Grin). What would you say was appropriate? For context, she already has her own home, so has all the usual household goods. Advice gratefully received!

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JuicyLucy72 · 19/09/2018 09:24

You would usually give money to the bride & groom at an asian wedding.

NanFlanders · 19/09/2018 09:26

Thanks JuicyLucy. That's helpful. What would be an appropriate amount?

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craftqueen · 19/09/2018 09:35

I'd say money in an envelope. Or even a voucher.

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CoffeeShortbread · 19/09/2018 09:40

Yes, usually ‘no boxed gifts’ aka cash. We usually give £50 in a nice card.

JuicyLucy72 · 19/09/2018 09:43

I'd put the amount you would have spent on a gift & have a great time.

starryeyed19 · 19/09/2018 09:45

£30 is fine if you're on a budget, I think. Have a lovely time! Pakistani weddings are a massive extravaganza!

NanFlanders · 19/09/2018 10:06

Brilliant - cash seems to be the consensus then. Nice and easy Smile. Thanks all for your help!

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