A wedding is an excuse to celebrate the happy couple, have a wild night out with friends, and break out your best dance moves. That’s the good news. The bad news is you’re faced with the question of what the heck to give this happy couple. You don’t have to stress out over a present. We’ve got answers to some of the biggest questions when it comes to basic etiquette and guidelines for giving wedding gifts.
How Much Should a Wedding Gift Cost"

There’s an old rule that states you should give a gift that is the same cost as a plate of food at the wedding. That’s silly because you don’t know exactly how much each plate really costs without digging into the couple’s wedding budget and it’s simply tacky to “judge a book by its cover.” However, your wedding gift cost will vary based on how close you are to the newlyweds?which makes sense! Your gift for your best friend will probably be very different than your gift for a co-worker. Most people recommend spending at least $50 on someone like a co-worker or distant relative, $75 to $100 for a co-worker you’re closer with, a closer relative, or a friend, and $100 to $200 for a boss, close friend, or close relative (depending on your relationship). While these are good guidelines, don’t break the bank trying to give the perfect present. Set a budget that allows you to give the couple a wonderful gift and doesn’t clean out your pocketbook. Then, ...