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My mum and my wedding

29 replies

whackamole · 27/03/2012 02:32

My mum called and asked if I would be getting my sister a present for being Maid of Honour at my wedding this summer. I said no, as she hasn't done a thing (haven't asked her to - very small wedding and no reception) but I have bought her a dress which cost £100.

AIBU to not get her anything? I think my mum has this idea that as people (read - her, dad, sis, bro and their guests) are travelling to us and staying in a hotel I should be doing something to counterract the cost of that? I'm not asking them to pay for their dinner or anything!

I was going to ask her to wear a necklace that my grandad (to whom I was very close, he died about 10 years ago) gave me as it won't suit my dress. I kind of thought that was enough.

I am prepared to be told IABU though! Grin

OP posts:
whackamole · 27/03/2012 12:33

Sorry, bit Confused not Hmm about a present!

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Bellstar · 27/03/2012 13:35

My mum paid for my 2 sisters bridesmaids dresses,shoes,hair and make up. Dh and I paid for his 2 dn who were flowergirls,dresses etc.

I bought 1 sister a silver necklace and the other silver earrings-both on sale!!Grin and the 2 younger girls got small toy,sweets to keep them occupied during reception.

Hattie23 · 27/03/2012 20:02

I was a bridesmaid for my sister. She bought me a little, non-expensive gift and I treasure it. It reminds me of a wonderful, happy day and I always think of her when I look at it.

DPrince · 27/03/2012 20:08

Its tradition to buy the members of the 'wedding party' something. Its up to you if you do or not.

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