Brides College Graduation 2 Weeks Before the Wedding

amauck01

I have already planned a cookout after my graduatin ceremony on May 15 and the announcements are already done with the cookout, My wedding is June 5. I worked really hard to graduate so I feel that I at least deserve the recognition of an informal cookout... However, I don't want to make guests feel obligated to bring a gift. Would it be odd or tacky to put No gifts please on the graduation invite???? Or should I leave it be??? I didn't think about the situation until last minute because I was so excited for both events. Any any input or thoughts would be great, how would you feel as a guest???

samurai21

I would leave it off. A graduation cook out is something where close family may choose to bring gifts and if they don't want to they won't. It's not an event that I see as a gift is assumed type of thing, at least within my circle.

louisvillebride21

I'm graduating the weekend before. I felt really guilty to have everyone travel for two weekends in a row. I kept everything really informal, no invites and we're just going out to lunch after the ceremony.

luckyme502

You should leave the No Gifts off the invitation.  You are celebrating two big life events, people will be able to decide for themselves when and what kind of gift they will give you. 

MeaghanandMichael

Just because you are getting married doesn't mean you are not allowed to enjoy a big accomplishment like graduating college with a cookout. Leave it off and let guests do as they feel is fit. I am sure people are just as aware of the situation as you are.

brookelynpaisley

It's really tacky to mention gifts period, even if you want no gifts. People will do what they feel like doing anyway. Just accept them graciously (and send separate thank you notes from the wedding).

katiewhompus

Leave it off and just make sure to clearly label it as an event for your Graduation. That's a huge accomplishment and don't feel bad if people do decide to bring gifts. It will be there decision and I don't think Graduation celebrations are traditiional a gift grabby thing. Now maybe if you called it a graduation/bridal shower I could see it be an issue, but I think you will be fine.

TurtlesAllTheWayDown

You should never mention gifts on an invitation. But really, you just happen to be celebrating two big milestones at the same time, so don't worry about it. People will do what they can afford.