Asking for gift cards or money

That information stays off the invite and is given by word of mouth. Be aware there are people who do not give cash so they will give you physical gifts you don’t want.

Just don't register and people will get the hint. Everyone knows cash is a good gift. If someone asks, just tell them that you don't have a registry because your apartment is so small, and you want to buy a house before getting more stuff (if true). People will connect the dots.

Why don’t you register with a travel agency and have people put money towards a great honeymoon? That’s what my fiancé and I are doing. You could also use Target and they have an account where people can put money into it for vacations, date nights, etc.

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That's actually a really good idea...thanks!

There’s no way to say that without sounding tacky or money grubbing. A trusted friend or bridesmaid could subtly get the word out instead.

If you don't have a registry it's a given to gift cash. at least that's how it is in my circle.

My SO and I had lived together 5 years and had already bought a house- we really didn’t need much. But, a registry also gave us the chance to replace the old college dishes we used, tools for the yard, new bed/bath linen, new pots and pans, etc. We also specified projects we wanted to do, like paint and new ceiling fans, yard work so said that Lowe’s/Home Depot money would be greatly appreciated.
My cousin just got married for a second time, and had been left everything house-y in her divorce. Their registry is straight-up bar stocking and honeymoon funding.
A registry can also have a lot of little things like kitchen supplies or bathroom pieces too. It could be a replacement sort of registry, instead of adding more things to your home. For us it was really awesome, because everything we had previously was old and hand me downs. It felt like a fresh start.

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This. There is nothing wrong with or weird about upgrading household items. Also register for fun stuff. If you both are into entertaining, get things related to that. Or another shared hobby.

Here in Australia (and in New Zealand), a majority of wedding invitations come with a card to the effect of 'this is where you can find our registry information' or 'we will be having a wishing well' (more nicely worded than that of course) and no one bats an eyelid because we generally assume that attending a wedding will involve bringing a gift and have no issue with directions from the marrying couple as to what they'd like. Personally, I actually prefer knowing what to gift the marrying couple!

While us Aussies do not take any offence to it (no one finds it 'tacky' or 'gift grabby' because frankly we know that yes, you bring a gift to a wedding), in my experience on WW, Americans tend to vehemently detest this practice and find it rude.

This really comes down to your area/local customs/your crowd.

I'm in the same boat as you. I've been living with my fiance for years - we don't really need stuff.

I didn't put anything on my invites, but I did put a "gift registry" section on my wedding website that says:

"Your Presence is your Present

We're extremely grateful to those who have the opportunity to take the time out of their busy schedules to celebrate with us.
As we are blessed enough to have all home necessities provided for, we've opted out of a formal registry. If you are determined to bless us further, there will be a table and card box at the reception for envelopes, cash, and gift cards.

Thank you to all of our family and friends.We can't wait to celebrate with you!"

View Quoted Comment Agree with this. My fiancé & I are both older & have had our own homes for 15 years. I’m looking forward to getting new dishes, towels, sheets, & better pots & pans.

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Agree with this 100%.

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I like the "we're having a wishing well" idea

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Love this!! thank you

The polite thing to say is nothing. Everyone knows cash is a great gift and they will know that’s what you want if you do not register.