When you're planning a wedding and thinking about your gift list, you may find that you already have most of what you need, or that you'd rather put gifts towards experiences you can enjoy together.
For lots of couples, help towards a honeymoon feels far more useful. Even so, asking for cash wedding gifts can still feel uncomfortable, especially if you're unsure how to word it.
The good news is that honeymoon contributions are now widely accepted, and there are simple ways to talk about them that feel polite and clear for guests.
Why it can feel awkward
Most guests are happy to give cash, but they often want guidance. Without it, they may worry about buying the wrong gift or choosing something you don't need.
Awkwardness usually comes from how the request is written. A short explanation of what the gift will be used for often helps guests feel more comfortable.
Saying that gifts will go towards your honeymoon gives people a clear idea of why you're asking and what their gift supports.
Using a honeymoon pot with Collection Pot
Using a honeymoon pot can help make asking for cash wedding gifts feel more natural, by giving guests a clear and familiar way to contribute.
A honeymoon pot with Collection Pot allows you to share your honeymoon plans and collect contributions in one place, rather than handling cash or separate bank transfers. Instead of asking for money directly, you're explaining what the gifts are going towards and offering a simple option for guests who would like to contribute.
Why couples choose Collection Pot
- It feels personal: You can add a photo and a short note about your honeymoon plans, so guests know what they're contributing towards.
- It's easy to share: One link can be added to your wedding website, invitations, or shared with guests who ask about gifts.
- It's straightforward to use: Collection Pot is free to set up, with contributions available to withdraw when you're ready. A 1.9% + 20p transaction fee applies, which guests can choose to cover.
- It keeps everything organised: There's no need to share bank details or keep track of separate payments.
Why guests like this approach
- They know what the gift is for, which makes giving feel more meaningful.
- It's quick to contribute, taking just a short amount of time to complete.
- They can leave a message alongside their gift, so it still feels personal and thoughtful.
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The easy way to chip in together for a wedding gift or honeymoon fund. Create your Honeymoon Pot today.What to write (copy and paste)
If you're unsure how to word it, keeping your message kind, clear and optional usually works best. You don't need to over-explain or justify your choice.
On your wedding website
“Your presence is the only gift we need. If you'd like to give something, we've set up a Honeymoon Pot so you can chip in towards our trip. Absolutely no pressure.”
If someone asks what you'd like
“Thank you for asking. We've set up a Honeymoon Pot for our wedding gifts. Please don't feel you have to, but if you'd like to contribute, here's the link.”
Making it easier
If a honeymoon is something you're really looking forward to, it makes sense to choose a way of asking that feels comfortable and straightforward.
Using a honeymoon pot with Collection Pot allows you to share one clear link and collect contributions in one place, without awkward conversations about money.
It's a straightforward option that reflects how many couples approach wedding gifts now - thoughtful, simple and easy for everyone involved.