The box money is a gift from the female's parents to their daughter, so the box money is paid by the female's parents. But in some places, there is a saying that the in laws give double the box money, which means that if there is such a custom in the local area, both the man and the woman should prepare the box bottom money, and the in laws should prepare double according to the box money given by the woman's family.
The method of arranging box money
The common ways to arrange box money include fan-shaped, double fan-shaped, circular, and 8-shaped, and now there are also stacked flower shapes.
1. Fan/Double Fan
Fan shape is a common shape, which can be arranged in one or two fan shapes. But some places believe that fan sounds scattered and inauspicious, so when placing box money, it is important to pay attention to whether there are such taboos in the local area.
2. Circular
The box money can also be arranged in a circle, symbolizing a happy and fulfilling life for the newlyweds.
3. 8-shaped
The number 8 is auspicious, meaning good luck. The money in the box is arranged in the shape of an 8, symbolizing "hair" and wishing the newlyweds prosperity.
4. Flower shape
Nowadays, many newcomers pay attention to the appearance of cash boxes, so they stack their money together and arrange it in the shape of flowers, which symbolizes prosperity and wealth. This is also very good.