Attending a wedding can be stressful! As well as thinking about your outfit and accommodation for the night, finding the perfect gift for the happy couple is also on your to-do list - and it's not always as easy as you think.
How much should you spend on wedding gifts? Well, it's a personal decision, and in most cases giving money or vouchers is a popular request, as it can go towards the bride and groom's dream honeymoon after their wedding ceremony. But, if you are anything like us, you may prefer to give a gift with a thoughtful touch. But what are the best wedding gifts to buy?
Whether the happy couple are travel enthusiasts, house proud, or are the duo who have everything, there is still something special you can treat them to. Ideas right this way…
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Personalised wedding gifts for couples
A personalised wedding gift for a newlywed couple is always a great gift idea. Whether it is a cheeseboard with their names on it, Mr & Mrs etched into a chopping board, or other personalised crockery for their home.
Some may prefer personalised photo frames or albums. Whatever you decide, there are plenty of personalised wedding gift options, so you are spoilt for choice.
Custom Wedding Neon Sign Led Light
This night light can be customised on an acrylic plate or you can leave your good wishes on the wooden base.
Personalised Olive Wood Chopping/Cheese Board
This lovely personalised gift is ideal for use as a chopping, cheese or antipasti board.
Fortnum's Personalised Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Add a personal touch with the customisable Champagne label - simply input your special message and Fortnum & Mason will print it!
Martha Brook Personalised Couple’s Story Photo Album
A luxury foil-printed hardcover photo album to capture a couple's life highlights.
Personalised White Storage Box - Our Wedding Memories
The lid of the box is engraved with the message "Our Wedding Memories" in a detailed calligraphy font. The lid can also be personalised with your names and the wedding date!
Personalised Engraved Signature Pot
A gorgeous terracotta plant pot engraved with your text in handwriting within a pattern of delicate leaves.
Personalised Family Name Street Sign
This personalised Family Name & Wedding Date Traditional Street makes an ideal wedding gift for the happy couple.
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Unique wedding gifts for couples who have everything
When it comes to wedding gifts finding a present that is unique, and to the couple’s taste, is a great route to go down. Often married couples receive the same gifts, such as home appliances, vouchers, or money, but something that is a little more outside of the box, or thoughtful will be most appreciated.
While some may be impressed with a spa treatment, weekend, or experience, others may be shopping for a gift that is even more unique to impress.
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Couples Full Day Road Trip In Five Classic Cars
The happy couple can expect seven-hour road trip in five classic cars, choosing from Jaguar Mk2, Porsche Boxster, Jaguar XJS, Alfa Romeo Spider, MGB GT and more!
The Crazy Bear Hot Air Balloon Flight with Champagne
The Crazy Bear Hot Air Balloon takes off from its iconic Stadhampton hotel in Oxfordshire. Your exclusive Crazy Bear ballooning experience begins the moment you arrive at the hotel – you’ll be greeted with tea, coffee, pastries and a Crazy Bear welcome.
Bespoke Wedding Venue Portrait
One happy shopper said: "Really beautiful keepsake piece for a friends wedding. The seller was able to do everything I asked for and even sent me a proof copy to make sure I was completely happy before it was sent out."
Do One Thing Every Day Together: A Journal for Two
With this journal, newlyweds can create a time capsule of their relationship. Do One Thing Every Day Together provides a number of prompts, with enough space for two people to jot down a short response.
Holiday Gift Vouchers
The perfect gift for anyone off on their honeymoon.
Wedding gifts for couples who are getting married abroad
Destination weddings are hugely popular, and often more intimate with immediate family and closest friends invited.
If you are one of the lucky ones to make the cut you will want to gift something extra special. But it is worth considering the luggage allowance - for both you and the married couple - and avoiding weighty or fragile gifts, which is why buying a new Le Creuset crockery set may not be the best idea. But we have the solution.
1. Gift experience
Happily Ever After Experience Box, £99.99, Buyagift
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2. Abroad wedding map
Getting Married Abroad Map, £25.99, Etsy
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3. Passport holder
Couples Passport Holder Set, £35, NotOnTheHighStreet
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4. Wedding sand memory jar
Destination Wedding Memory Jar, £16, Etsy
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5. Mr & Mrs beach towel
Personalised Mr And Mrs Beach Towel, £45, NotOnTheHighStreet
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Wedding gifts for couples who are on their second marriage
For couples who have been married before, whether to someone else or renewing their wedding vows, a gift still goes a long way.
While some will still appreciate the classic wedding gifts, some may feel obliged to opt for something a little different to treat the newlyweds too. Either way, it’s the thought that counts.
1. Dinner for two
Three Course Dinner with Cocktail for Two at The Fortnum & Mason Bar, £75, Virgin Experience Days
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2. Date Night Hamper
M&S Hamper, £45, M&S
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3. Scented candle
Heart Candle, £22, The White Company
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4. Photo frame set
Gallery Perfect Multi-aperture Photo Frame Set, from £40, John Lewis
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Wedding gift ideas for couples who like to travel
We all know one couple who simply love to travel, and we don’t blame them.
While contributing to their honeymoon, or other holiday plans in the future will be well received, there are plenty of other gifts to show you know them, and their interests, and have thought about their gift.
1. Luggage set
Clifton Set, £587, Antler
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2. Romantic trip for two
Two Night Break to the Lake District, £199.99, Red Letter Days
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3. Passport and luggage tag set
Mr & Mrs Passport and Luggage Tag Set, £31.98, Etsy
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4. The Adventure Challenge book
The Adventure Challenge Couples Edition, £49, The Adventure Challenge
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5. Photo Album
Aspinal of London photo album, £225, Aspinal of London
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Wedding gifts for home
You can never go wrong with buying something for the home or garden. Whether the couple in question are saving up for their dream property, have just bought their first house or are looking to upgrade their homeware, there's something for everyone at every stage of life.
Kitchen gadgets, outdoor furniture and heartfelt decorations are always staples of every wedding present list.
1. Meaningful artwork
Personalised first dance sound wave print, £24.45, Not on the High Street
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2. Luxury towel set
Hydrocotton Towels, £6 - £55, The White Company
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3. Champagne glasses
LSA International Champagne Flutes, £55, John Lewis
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4. Stylish espresso cups
Anna + Nina Espresso cups, £9 each, Liberty
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5. Nesting Dishes for the hostess
Nesting Dishes, £75, Monica Vinader
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