Want to know a little secret? You can ask for any bridal shower gift you want. 

Today, wedding customs have evolved to be more personalized and inclusive than ever, meaning you and your significant other can ask for just about anything. 

Need patio furniture, accessories for your dog, or perhaps a wine subscription? What about gift certificates for Airbnbs for your upcoming honeymoon? Or even—gasp—cold, hard cash? 

Asking for money instead of gifts during your wedding parties and events used to be taboo, but that’s fortunately no longer the case. Today, money funds and honeymoon cash contributions are some of the most popular registry items.

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Whether you and your betrothed have lived together for years and don’t need to upgrade your home, have a small space that won’t fit any new things, or are working toward a life goal that’s getting pricey, sometimes all you really want for your bridal shower is cash. 

After all, your guests want to buy you gifts that’ll get plenty of use—or at least be put to good use. And there’s no denying that money makes an ideal gift to kickstart married life. 

And although asking for money instead of gifts is quite common, it still requires a bit of tact. You don’t want to rub any family members or friends the wrong way. 

Below, we outline everything you need to know regarding how to ask for money as a bridal shower gift because you deserve to get what you really want! 

But first, is asking for money for your bridal shower rude? 

No one wants to seem rude when asking for wedding-related gifts. While creating a registry for presents may feel awkward at first, it’s generally a big help for family members and friends as they begin to shop for your big day. 

And fortunately, asking for money gifts has recently become the norm, so it’s not rude to include honeymoon funds or just regular spending cash on your registry.

Plus, using a money pool app like Braid is a great way to collect cash contributions seamlessly. You can share your dedicated pool link with your guests so they can send money to the bridal shower gift pool straight from their smartphone. You get to keep all the money gifts you collect, with no added fees. 

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As you think of gifts to add to your bridal shower registry, you may realize that you would rather have a lump sum to buy your first home or pay for your honeymoon. Or, if you already live with your partner and have a fully stocked space, you may benefit from a rainy day fund instead of regular gifts. 

No matter the situation, money is a fantastic bridal shower gift that you can use to improve many elements of your newlywed life. 

Without further ado, here are some tips on how to ask for money instead of traditional gifts, including:

  • Use Braid Money Pools for bridal shower money gifts
  • Tell guests how you’ll use the cash
  • Ask your bridal party to spread the word 
  • Set up a bridal shower registry 

Use Braid Money Pools for bridal shower money gifts 

Turn to Braid Money Pools to establish a central place to collect bridal shower money gifts. Simply set up a pool (i.e., “The Allen’s Wedding Gift Fund”), share the link with your guests, and they can easily send contributions straight from their smartphones. 

You can even create multiple pools for different aspects of your financial goals—for example, one pool for your honeymoon and one for your home down payment. Personalize your pool link, and be as specific as you’d like! Braid is free to use, so feel free to start as many pools as you’d like.

Set up a bridal shower registry 

Don’t skip setting up a bridal shower registry, even if you prefer cash. You’re bound to have a few attendees who wish to give you a physical gift, so make the process simpler for them by registering for a range of items you really need. 

Tell bridal shower guests how you’ll use the cash

Cash can sometimes feel impersonal, so let guests know how you’ll use the money. Some basic communication about what the money will find will help guests feel more connected to you and your plans. 

For example, write it out on your bridal shower invitation if you’re trying to fund a big project or goal, like renovating your backyard or moving across the country. 

Telling a personal story of how far along you are in your goal and even some of the setbacks you’ve experienced along the way (like how expensive landscaping is) will make your guests feel more connected to your lives. It will also make them feel more inclined to give cash. 

Ask your wedding party to spread the word

 

Tell your wedding party (and parents and family members) that you’d prefer cash, and give them reasons why. Then, encourage them to spread the word (tactfully, of course!) 

Chances are, bridal shower guests will ask them for advice on what to get you. Whether it be a home remodel, down payment, or a honeymoon, you can rely on your closest circle to share what you’re saving up for. That way, you get a contribution (through your dedicated Braid Pool link) instead of a new set of linens you don’t need. 

Tactfully collect money gifts with Braid Pools

Asking for and collecting monetary gifts at your wedding doesn’t have to be awkward. Try Braid Pools to gather money seamlessly to kickstart your financial life as a couple.