The ownership of the woman's box money depends on the time of gift. The box money is a part of the dowry, usually given to the bride on the day before the wedding. According to relevant laws and regulations in China, when the bride holds the wedding ceremony before obtaining the certificate, the box money given by the bride's parents belongs to the bride's personal property; After obtaining the marriage certificate, the newlyweds hold their wedding ceremony, and the box money is the joint property of the couple. However, if it is clearly stated that the box money is given to the bride's personal property after marriage, it belongs to the bride's personal property.
1、 The meaning of pressing box money
Squeezing money is not only a blessing from parents to their daughters, but also an auspicious omen, representing that both men and women have already accumulated savings before getting married, and their future lives will be prosperous and happy. In addition, the box money is also a way for the woman to express to the man that her daughter is the apple of the family's eye and needs their care and love when she marries into the man's family. This money is for the daughter's emergency use in the future, implying that even if she gets married, she will still have a place to rely on.
2、 How much does the female party pay for the box pressing
1. Refer to local market conditions
There are different customs in different regions regarding the amount of box money, and it can be placed according to local market conditions.
2. Refer to the groom's dowry
The amount of box money is usually determined after the groom has given the dowry. When placing the box money, you can refer to the quantity of the groom's dowry. Box money is usually less than the dowry.
3. Symbolic auspicious numbers
In some areas, there is no such emphasis on box money, and women can symbolically put some lucky numbers in red envelopes to symbolize good meanings.