How much $ should I give for a wedding that I am a bridesmaid in?

I grew up in NY and no one brings gifts to a wedding. You are there with 200 because you are in the party. Otherwise 300 for 2. You are right on the mark.

Yes, you are contributing to her wedding by being her bridesmaid. That is a gift in itself which she can't put a price on. Since you and your partner are attending the wedding, you can safely give a cash gift of $100 (considered from you and your partner)...........taking into consideration that you have remained middle class and she is more successful. Anything more than $100 is over-extending yourself.

I hate giving cash for a wedding present. I know it's great because they can choose how to spend the money...however, it sounds like your friend doesn't have a cash problem. However, I would put some time and effort in finding something special that you know she'd love and everytime she'd look at it, she knew it was from you. Suggestions...for my wedding a friend of mine's parents got us a really nice crystal show clock. Probably cost a $200 at least, but very nice and will never go out of style. I couldn't even tell you those that gave us money, how much and who? If she's a special friend, she deserves a thoughful, but elegant gift. Take it from someone who looks back on her wedding day and what I remembered most. One of my brother's ex-girlfriend's got us a beautiful pure silver frame, to this day our wedding picture sits in it...kind of wierd, my brother married a different girl...lol.

This amount sounds just about right. Being in the wedding party, you probably should still give a gift, but typically the Bride and groom should also give you a gift to say 'thanks' for your help and support on the day. It would usually not be cash, though, just a token such as a pretty necklace or bracelet.

I wouldn't give cash., presumably she has plenty of that. How about candlesticks or a cut glass pitcher--anything that she can use and enjoy? Don't over-extend yourself on the price, bridesmaids have other expenses to cover.

You are not required to give a gift at all . Your participation and support for the couple is priceless ,

You should give an amount that's roughly the value of your share of the food.