While there can’t be a best overall gift for all couples, we especially liked the MASTERSCreative Faceless Custom Portrait, as it offers a unique and personal sentiment that will stay with the couple forever. Here are the best wedding gifts on the market. It’s up to you to decide the background color, and you can opt for either a digital or physical print, available in three sizes. If you want to include more than just the couple, you can request up to 15 characters in the illustration (just note that the price goes up with each addition) and opt for either a physical or digital print. Keep in mind like any other customized gift, this portrait will more than just a few days for creation and shipping. But in the end, we think it’s a worthwhile and unique present that can be cherished forever. Price at time of publish: $21 Price at time of publish: $156 for Towel Set Our tester found the options were unique finds from local businesses across the country, and that anyone interested could search the site by diet to find the samplers they could most easily enjoy. On the downside, the lack of guarantee on shipping guidelines was a slight disappointment. Overall, however, our tester determined that Goldbelly’s tasty gifts are extremely diverse and can satisfy almost any type of customer. (Keep in mind, these could make great anniversary gifts, too). Price at time of publish: $90 monthly This bowl could also make a perfect bridal shower gift, gift to the bride or groom from the wedding party, or anniversary gift. It’s made in the USA, and microwave and dishwasher safe. Most orders are said to ship within 24 hours. Price at time of publish: $85 The board also works not only as a wedding gift, but as a housewarming gift or a gift for the best man or maid of honor. It can also be used as a regular cutting board or simple serving platter for delicious appetizers. Price at time of publish: $80 Be assured you’re giving a quality gift as these steamers are cruelty-free, made in small batches in Aiken, South Carolina USA. They’re vegan, dye-free, and have a full year’s shelf life. Price at time of publish: $22 Available in blue with grey, this nylon hammock can be used in an assortment of ways, such as spreading on the ground as a sleeping surface or doubling as a yoga mat. The handmade map is set on a ¾ inch thick rectangle-shaped piece (except for the 8 x 8 inch square option) of Grade A Baltic Birch wood, with graceful writing etched on its surface to note the occasion. This crafter ships from Blaine, Washington USA and returns are accepted. This map would also work well as an anniversary gift or a wall hanging for a new baby’s nursery. Price at time of publish: $47 Great for both the experienced and novice cook, this cookbook gives not only recipes, but tips on the best ways to store foods and ingredients to be kept in the pantry. Give this cookbook alone or in a bundle with a variety of cooking utensils, a fully stocked spice rack, a set of aprons, or a collection of serving dishes for maximum impact. Price at time of publish: $40 Included with the Smart Garden are the lights, plant packs of soil, nutrients and seeds, and the automatic watering system you’ll need, so you won’t have to worry about missing any of it. You can choose your preference of a three plant pack or nine plant pack Smart Garden, and the supplies will last a full year. Best of all, the company will replace every plant pack that doesn’t sprout, and for every Smart Garden purchased, the company will plant a tree. Price at time of publish: $126 This masala chai blend is made to go with the set’s black assam tea, which comes alongside the set’s tiny silver spoon, all wrapped together inside a hand-crafted silk storage bag compiled of the crafter’s sari collection. The set can make up to 24 cups of tea and includes an instruction card on how to make chai. Price at time of publish: $36 The creators had improving communication and strengthening relationships in mind when they made these cards, so players should leave their argumentative sides at the door. This deck is great for all types of couple—not only for freshly married couples, but also folks dating long-term, and even as anniversary gifts for those who’ve been together for decades. Price at time of publish: $26 Price at time of publish: $200 monthly Price at time of publish: $25 Price at time of publish: $158 Price at time of publish: $98 Price at time of publish: $25 Price at time of publish: $85 Made with superb craftsmanship and sent in eco-friendly packaging, the Chagrin Valley Soap & Salve Shaving Gift Set is also certified ‘Made with organic ingredients’ by OEFFA, the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association. Price at time of publish: $60 Price at time of publish: $30 Price at time of publish: $149 Price at time of publish: $125 Each flask is made of stainless steel, can carry up to six ounces of fluid, and come with lids that easily screw off and on as needed to take a sip! Price at time of publish: $26
Customization
When in doubt, Jones-Hennessy says that anything personal and thoughtful is the way to go. For the couple themselves, anything with their wedding date or monogrammed with their initials is sure to please. Additionally, customized robes, shirts, and jewelry boxes, make suitable gifts for brides and their bridal party, while grooms and groomsmen might enjoy a flask or tie clip.
Sentimentality
A wedding celebrates lifelong happiness, so this moment warrants a gift that honors marriage or contributes to the couple’s new lifestyle. For example, a personalized art print of themselves is something that they can look at every day and relive their wedding. For something more practical, a special, high quality dinner bowl is something they can use daily in their new life together.
Why Trust The Spruce?
This roundup was created by KJ Callihan. She has written several gift guides for The Spruce, as well as numerous gift, shopping, and activity guides for a variety of other sites including AAA Northeast magazine, CNET, Finfrock Marketing and more. Additionally, we consulted gift expert Elisabeth Jones-Hennessy, Founder and CEO of GiftMeChic for her guidance on wedding gift selecting. In addition to running her own gift curation business currently, Jones-Hennessy has previously worked as a buyer for Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue.
