Top 10 Gifts You Can Give to Newlyweds

According to statistics, there were an estimated 2.6 million US weddings in 2022. With this number, you’ve probably been invited to a couple of weddings this year and experienced the most common dilemma among wedding guests — picking the right gifts for the newlyweds. 

Deciding what to give newlyweds is a considerable challenge as there are too many options to choose from. Making a decision becomes more stressful if you’re pressed for time or don’t know much about the couple. If you don’t want to experience any of these in the future, continue reading. 

Here are easy-to-find, fool-proof gifts you can give to newlyweds:

 

Pocket Watch

Looking for a gift that’s sure to make a statement? Give the couple pocket watches as their gift. Pocket watches are classic gift ideas that demonstrate how you really care for the couple. They never go out of style, can be used in a variety of ways, and can be customized. 

Depending on your budget, you can give the groom a Full Hunter pocket watch to emphasize his “newly married flair” or the bride as a unique piece of jewelry. You can also give the couple matching pocket watches.

Gift of Experience

Preparing for a wedding and being wed is stressful, which is why the couple would appreciate it if you gave them a gift of experience. This enables the couple to try out new things with their spouse, perfect to start their marriage journey.

For instance, if the couple plans to spend their honeymoon in Florida, you can pay for their Key West sunset cruise. This experience allows the couple to witness the island in a unique way. The amazing views and experience brought by the sunset will also make it easier for the couple to come up with travel caption ideas for Instagram. Besides, what good is a trip if they’re not going to post photos on social media, right?

Spa Day

With everything the newlywed has to manage before, during, and after their wedding day, spending an entire day at the spa might be the only thing they’ll need (and want). 

The newlywed couple will surely be grateful when you treat them to a spa day. Look for spas around their area and buy gift certificates that pay for facials, whole body massages, and mani and pedi sessions. You can even take it up a notch by additionally paying for their haircare services.

 

Bedding Sets

When choosing a wedding gift, you should make sure it’s functional for the couple, especially since they’re starting a brand-new life together. A bedding set fits this criterion because it’s beautiful, comfortable, and something the couple can use together. 

Ideally, you should choose a neutral-colored bedding set when giving one to a newlywed couple. This color scheme matches almost all bedroom palettes and home design styles. This will give you peace of mind knowing that your gift doesn’t clash with the couple’s interiors.

Dinner Set

Newlywed couples will live in the same house, which means they need to fill the entire space with essential furniture and items. You can help them expedite this process by giving them a dinner set on their wedding day. 

Dinnerware is one of the best wedding gifts because the couple will host many events and welcome several guests into their new home. Plus, the couple will love eating together when meals are served in high-quality, aesthetically pleasing dinnerware.

 

Wedding Vow Wall Art

Wedding vows are the most public and intimate declaration of the couple’s love for each other. However, wedding vows aren’t typically revisited after the wedding ends. 

Give the newlywed couple a customized print of their wedding vows, so they can easily remember them after the big day. Reach out to the couple before the wedding day, ask for a copy of their vows, and have it printed and framed. Don’t forget to include the couple’s name and wedding date in the frame, too!

 

Personalized Passport Holders

This gift idea is a little off-beat but is something every travel-loving couple will appreciate. Personalized passport holders are inexpensive and can be used to show how much you know the couple — you can choose the couple’s favorite color and add trinkets that represent their hobbies or passion.

Coffee Maker

Are the couple avid coffee drinkers? Can’t start the day without a cup of joe? A coffee maker is an excellent gift for couples who love drinking coffee. This one’s highly useful and helps the couple start every day in a good mood. 

If you have a sufficient budget, you can also include some mixed glasses, cappuccino cups, or espresso cups. You can also go all out by adding some coffee beans (plus points if you know the couple’s favorite choice of beans).

 

Cookbooks

The couple will be living together, which means they may have to cook their meals from scratch. However, not every bride or groom is a pro in the kitchen. 

Cookbooks are a great gift for newlyweds, especially if the couple doesn’t know how to cook. You can now buy cookbooks that share recipes on different cuisines or one specially made for newbie cooks. You’ll have plenty of options to choose from, so make sure to buy cookbooks ideal for the couples’ cooking skills.

Coffee Mugs

For romantic couples, give them coffee mugs with Mr. and Mrs. texts on them. This gift idea might seem simple, but it’s practical and will surely put the couple in a good mood in the morning. Coffee mugs are aesthetic, affordable, and available almost anywhere — perfect if you don’t have enough time to scout for gifts!

 

Gift the Best Gift 

With the gift ideas presented here, you’ll never have to worry about the gift you’ll give the next time you’re invited to a wedding. This will surely lessen your stress, so you can fully enjoy the wedding!

 

 

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