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Originally Posted by Benzgirl
I think it's all relative to 1. How old you are (are you in debt from college), and 2. How Close you are to the family friend
If you are not too close, my rule of thumb is to get a gift that is about the cost of the reception dinner for myself and a date (regardless if I bring a date). If they are very close, it can go up indefinitely.
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That "rule" usually applies if you attend the wedding.
I would suggest either going to their registry, where there will be a variety of items at different price points, give them something that they personally might enjoy, or cash. I personally don't do cash if I don't go to the wedding.
I either choose something off the registry (easiest), or in rare cases, find something that I think they would enjoy - think sports tix (you can do cheap seats!); something that they already collect; a gift certificate to a restaurant or a couple's massage, etc. In other words, base in on what their interests are.
Remember, it really IS the thought that matters.