JohnG Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 An Armenian friend here in the U.S. is marrying an Armenian girl coming over to the States at the end of September. He’s fiercely proud of his heritage. Rather then give them something generic (blenders, toasters…), I’d like to give them something uniquely Armenian and make her feel welcome to the country. Any thoughts would be most appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakachik77 Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 you can give them cash and give her a small jewelry (cross pendant is always a good idea). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gamavor Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 A genuine Armenian present will be BMW 5 series, trip to Hawaii, down payment for summer house in southern France (most Armenians are francophones when it comes to fun and leisure and germanophones when it comes to automobiles). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sip Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 Cash seems to be the trend these days. I suspect any Armenian will definitely feel very welcome and appreciated when given cash! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 I'd like someone to give me those things, g. I'm looking for something Armenian that has special significance -- a reminder of home. A genuine Armenian present will be BMW 5 series, trip to Hawaii, down payment for summer house in southern France (most Armenians are francophones when it comes to fun and leisure and germanophones when it comes to automobiles). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 I thought it would be too impersonal, Sip Cash seems to be the trend these days. I suspect any Armenian will definitely feel very welcome and appreciated when given cash! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sip Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 I thought it would be too impersonal, Sip Yah it seems that way but in the end, I would say it is probably the best "gift" as the new bride/groom go through some serious cash usually to organize an Armenian wedding. Typically the rule of thumb seems to be to at least do about $50 / person attending. That covers the per person cost of attending the party and then some (usually). At a typical Armenian wedding in LA these days, you would find a big box with a slot in it where people drop in their cash filled envelopes as they walk in It is usually guarded by the bride's mom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 10, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 Thank you so much, Sip. But, I'm still open to other suggestions, if something strikes you. I, too, am in L.A. Yah it seems that way but in the end, I would say it is probably the best "gift" as the new bride/groom go through some serious cash usually to organize an Armenian wedding. Typically the rule of thumb seems to be to at least do about $50 / person attending. That covers the per person cost of attending the party and then some (usually). At a typical Armenian wedding in LA these days, you would find a big box with a slot in it where people drop in their cash filled envelopes as they walk in It is usually guarded by the bride's mom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kakachik77 Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 JohnG, if you are in LA, then definately give cash, that's the inter-community custom there, it helps people pay for their wedding. All Armenians in LA bring cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Thanks for your insite, k77. I think will do that. It's reassuring to know it's not impersonal or bad form. JohnG, if you are in LA, then definately give cash, that's the inter-community custom there, it helps people pay for their wedding. All Armenians in LA bring cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emil Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 The number for a good divorce lawyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sip Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 It's reassuring to know it's not impersonal or bad form. There are usually two scenarios that happen: #1 is cash. #2 is if the bride/groom register at certain stores. That's usually stated on the invitation. If they are registered somewhere, you contact the stores and check the list on what they want and what's still available to get. So yah, no worries about the present. But if you have not been to an Armenian wedding before, be ready for an eye opening experience! It's a REAL party usually with non stop music and food (and of course alcohol) for hours and hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 I'll be away on business in another city, Sip, so, at least, I want the gift to be right. There's no mention of a store registration on the invitation. But because Armenia -- and accomplishments of his countrymen -- are such a source of pride for him, I was hoping to find something uniquely Armenian...and perhaps sentiments on a card translated into Armenian. Thanks for giving it so much thought. There are usually two scenarios that happen: #1 is cash. #2 is if the bride/groom register at certain stores. That's usually stated on the invitation. If they are registered somewhere, you contact the stores and check the list on what they want and what's still available to get. So yah, no worries about the present. But if you have not been to an Armenian wedding before, be ready for an eye opening experience! It's a REAL party usually with non stop music and food (and of course alcohol) for hours and hours. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sip Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 No worries (the other problem fixed as well). But you are definitely in the right place. I'm sure someone will come up with a cool idea for a gift eventually. But since this is a wedding gift, it should probably be for both of them so that's what makes it a bit complicated I would think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vava Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 I received a hand knotted carpet from Artsakh - that was a gift well appreciated (and memorable). Of course the cash gifts are the most "practical", simply because weddings do indeed get expensive, and most young couples aren't quite established. One thing that's cetain, your thoughtfulness will definitely be noticed. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sip Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Maybe there's something to be found here (if either of them is at all into musical instruments): http://www.duduk.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Thank you so much for that Artsakh suggestion, vava. I will look into it. I received a hand knotted carpet from Artsakh - that was a gift well appreciated (and memorable). Of course the cash gifts are the most "practical", simply because weddings do indeed get expensive, and most young couples aren't quite established. One thing that's cetain, your thoughtfulness will definitely be noticed. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 That link seems to be a treasure trove of possiblities, Sip. Maybe there's something to be found here (if either of them is at all into musical instruments): http://www.duduk.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 I'd like someone to give me those things, g. I'm looking for something Armenian that has special significance -- a reminder of home. Hello JohnG if your in LA in Pasadena We have a Store Planet Armenia 1704 E Washington Blvd Pasadena, CA 91104 (626) 398-1307 you can find many good Gift's that will b a reminder of home if your not in LA you can also stop by at http://www.planetarmenia.com store has more items than the web site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 Thank you so much, MosJan. I will certainly look into Planet Armenia and the link. All you guys on this thread have been enormously helpful. Hello JohnG if your in LA in Pasadena We have a Store Planet Armenia 1704 E Washington Blvd Pasadena, CA 91104 (626) 398-1307 you can find many good Gift's that will b a reminder of home if your not in LA you can also stop by at http://www.planetarmenia.com store has more items than the web site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MosJan Posted September 11, 2006 Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 your welcome you can also try narek.com - narek also has start offring gifts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted September 11, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2006 I just called the store in Pasadena, MosJan, and they've been very helpful. They're sending me some email information. But, I will certainly check-out your newest suggestion. your welcome you can also try narek.com - narek also has start offring gifts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExtraHye Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 A genuine Armenian present will be BMW 5 series, trip to Hawaii, down payment for summer house in southern France (most Armenians are francophones when it comes to fun and leisure and germanophones when it comes to automobiles). You're invited to my wedding!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Takoush Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 You're invited to my wedding!!! Extrajan, toun yerp es amousnanalou? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExtraHye Posted March 7, 2008 Report Share Posted March 7, 2008 Extrajan, toun yerp es amousnanalou? July Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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