One thing that hasn't been mentioned which I think is changing the traditional gift-giving habits is that people are typically getting married later in life. Because of that, many couples already have homes, cookware, linens, etc. They aren't starting from scratch like folks were years ago. Plus, people live less formal lives. Who uses china and silver and crystal anymore?
So I think we are stuck in the old traditions of wanting to give housewares and such when the reality is that more and more of the folks getting married are no longer in need of those items and would much prefer cash.
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