Here’s the Perfect Husband-to-Be Gift to Give Him on the Wedding Day

Show your S.O. some extra love on the wedding day with a husband-to-be gift. Never heard of this type of present? Well, a groom's gift goes beyond the grill you both picked out for the registry. Instead, it's something you give to your partner that celebrates his individual passions and the unique bond you two share. Whether you want to keep costs low or splurge on something fancy, remember it's the sentimental, personalized and unique presents that leave the most lasting impressions. To help guide your search, we've curated a selection of the top gifts for your groom. From customizable charcuterie boards to luxurious accessories, commemorate your union with the following best-selling picks.

The Best Groom-to-Be Presents

If you like to express yourself through gifts, a couple's gift exchange is a beautiful tradition for your wedding day. It's a chance to show your spouse-to-be how well you know and cherish them as you start this new chapter together. Keep reading to see all the great gifting ideas for the groom we've rounded up for you.

1. Embroidered Handkerchief

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Give your partner something he can wipe his (happy) tears on and have as a keepsake. On this personalized handkerchief, you can add an embroidered message in one of 17 fonts or in your own handwriting. Choose between premium linen or 100% silk and soon you'll have the best sentimental wedding gift for your husband (in addition to the rest of our options below).

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2. Engraved Compass

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A compass can serve as a symbol of guidance and direction in the journey of marriage, making it a thoughtful wedding gift for a groom from his favorite adventure buddy. The exterior of this functional brass compass can be decorated with the phrase "I love you to the moon and back" or a mountain graphic. For the inside, pen a personal message or add a photo.

3. Custom Whiskey Decanter

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If you know your groom's drink of choice will be whiskey on the wedding day, surprise him with a luxe decanter filled with his favorite distillery's liquor. Don't forget to level up this gift by personalizing it on the front, back or both sides with a custom note and design. Bonus: You can even pair the decanter with matching glasses and present it all in a wood display box.

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4. Handcrafted Watch

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Watches are one of the most classic groom gifts. This type of present says you value your time together and want to spend every second, minute and hour with him. A one-of-a-kind piece, this Original Grain watch is made from reclaimed whiskey barrels and espresso-plated stainless steel. A rugged, yet polished accessory, this gift can also be engraved with a sweet note or your wedding date for an additional $29.

Is your husband-to-be not a whiskey drinker? They also have watches made from beer barrels, Taylor guitars, exotic hardwoods and much more.

5. Watch Collector Box

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As his formal accessory collection has likely grown since your engagement—from that heirloom watch to new cuff links—he'll need a safe place to store everything. This sophisticated dresser-top watch box, crafted from faux leather, provides a perfect home for his belongings. Store 10 watches in the sueded-polyester interior under the glass lid, and remind him that he can add small essentials to the pull-out drawer. Don't forget to personalize the box with a laser-engraved monogram as an extra special touch.

6. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

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Looking for gifts for the groom that satisfy a sweet tooth? Then you need to get him a box of these strawberries that are hand dipped in Belgian chocolate. Pick a mix of milk and dark chocolate confections in three different sizes.

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7. Personalized Multi-Tool

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Another practical wedding gift idea for your husband: a multi-tool. There are plenty out there, but Leatherman makes some of the most loved on the market. The best-selling Wave Plus really does do it all and, as a bonus, you can personalize different parts of the gadget with text, patterns or custom graphics. It's a great personalized tool for your personal handyman.

8. Insulated Water Bottle

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Your love, much like a YETI tumbler, stands the test of time. It's resilient and keeps the warmth intact through all of life's twists and turns. For the couple gearing up for a nature-filled honeymoon, a YETI Rambler is a perfect present for your groom. We recommend having it customized with one of YETI's playful graphics, your own photo or a personal message.

9. Custom Star Map

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A personalized print is a wonderfully romantic and creative marriage gift for your husband. This custom print shows the stars from the night you met, had your first date or got engaged, along with the date, location and coordinates. It can be printed on canvas or acrylic. There's even a glow-in-the-dark option.

10. Leather-Bound Journal

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Have a husband-to-be who appreciates the art of writing? Celebrate the beginning of your love story by giving him a luxe journal as a groom gift. Fashioned from full-grain leather, it has a snap closure, a built-in pen loop, three interior card slots and spacious pockets for additional papers. It's designed to hold a lifetime of memories, thanks to its refillable journal slot, making it a lasting keepsake for your entire marriage. You can even have the journal personalized with your partner's name or initials.

11. Box Chain Bracelet

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Formal accessories are a top wedding day gift for grooms because they can wear them immediately. We suggest elevating his style with a meaningful gift from David Yurman. This best-selling bracelet in sterling silver is a sophisticated accessory that seamlessly merges modern style with timeless elegance. It'll be the perfect finishing touch to his ensemble on and beyond the wedding day.

12. Dior Eau de Parfum

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A signature scent for the wedding day is a must, since smell is linked to memory. Every time he wears it, you'll both be brought back to the moment you both said "I do." Sauvage by Dior has fresh and spicy Calabrian bergamot and vanilla extract notes that you'll both love. If you select the 2-, 3.4- or 6-ounce bottle, you can have it engraved with his initials.

13. Miniature Scent Diffuser

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Scentcape your partner's getting-ready suite with this miniature diffuser. The device can be personalized with your husband-to-be's favorite NBA team, doesn't leave sticky residue and scents a 600-square-foot room easily. All you have to do is purchase the right diffuser oil for the occasion.

14. Vow- and Toast-Writing Service

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If you know your S.O. would appreciate some help crafting his vows and toast, give him Provenance as an early groom wedding gift. This online service will guide him through writing beautiful vows and a memorable wedding toast using curated questions and prompts. Bonus: The package allows you to use Provenance for all your writing needs too.

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25. Relaxed-Fit T-Shirt

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You've probably heard of bride getting-ready outfits, but what about the groom? Help him feel the part before the ceremony with a custom T-shirt. This simple, cotton tee reads "Groom" with your wedding date underneath. It's a comfortable, yet stylish choice that comes in 13 colors and sizes S through 3XL.

16. High-Quality Turntable

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For the groom who's a true audiophile, a premium turntable from Fluance is the perfect unique gift for your groom on the wedding day. Imagine him dropping the needle on his favorite album—which just so happens to have your wedding song on it—whenever he wants to bring back the memory of your first dance. Our pick delivers a high-resolution sound that'll blow him away.

17. Engraved Tie Bar

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Give your groom a sleek tie bar to finish his ensemble. This one is engraved with the hidden message, "Meet me at the altar" and your name. The simple gift will be a welcome reminder of your love and excitement for the day ahead.

18. Personalized Charcuterie Board

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You know your groom will be hungry well before the ceremony, so surprise him with his favorite snack ahead of time. A gourmet board with cheese and charcuterie delivered to his getting-ready suite will be a welcome and thoughtful gesture. Depending on what size you get, there'll also be enough artisan cheeses, meats and accompaniments to feed his VIPs too. Some of the cheese can even be cut into his initials or the first letters of your names.

19. Custom Letter to the Groom

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Some couples choose to exchange sweet notes or private vows before the wedding ceremony. Handwrite yours in a keepsake card for an inexpensive, but beautifully heartfelt and sentimental gift. Personalize this elegant card by adding your wedding date and choosing one of the 17 colors for the chiffon ribbon. Stuck on what to write inside? Don't worry, we can help you decide what to say in your husband's wedding letter too.

20. Wedding Photo Album

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This photo book has a fabric cover foil stamped with your chosen title and an interior of panoramic pages so he can reminisce on all your shared memories before the aisle. You could even add a spicy twist to this wedding gift idea for your groom: Secretly schedule a boudoir photo shoot before your wedding, then have the pictures printed in a luxe photo album like this one.

21. Engraved Lighter

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If you know your groom plans on lighting a celebratory cigar after the ceremony, give him this Zippo lighter as one of his wedding groom's gifts. Engraved with "I Do" on the front, the lighter comes in gold or silver, so you can pick the one that goes with your spouse's vibe. Side note: The lighter fuel is sold separately.

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22. Custom Guitar Pick

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Looking for a wedding present for your groom that's personal and playfully romantic? This personalized guitar pick might be just the one you're looking for. The metal gift, which comes in copper or nickel silver, is stamped with the sweet pun: "I pick you for the rest of my life" and your wedding date.

23. Box Chain Necklace

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This luxury round-box-chain necklace is an understated and timeless piece he'll love. Plus, the linked design subtly represents your strong connection. Choose between a 20- or 22-inch length and four different metals.

24. Custom Wine Bottle

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Whether you want to gift a bottle of wine to your oenophile husband-to-be to enjoy by himself, with his crew or with you, you need this custom one by Mano's Wine. The bottle is hand etched and hand-painted with your wedding date, an initial and a line of text. Your partner will love sipping on this cabernet sauvignon on the wedding day.

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25. Personalized Cuff Links

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Tell your partner to hold off on buying cuff links, because you're about to purchase the perfect pair. These dapper, stainless steel cuff links are one of our favorite gift ideas because they're engraved with your handwriting. You can choose between four metal finishes and two shapes to match his (and your) formalwear.

26. Etched Map Glasses

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Pay tribute to where you met or your wedding location with this set of personalized glasses. Each glass is etched with a precise map of your chosen address. Take the personalization one step further by adding a family or location name to the spine and bottom of the glass, creating a truly one-of-a-kind keepsake that'll never fade.

27. Personalized Hangers

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You won't need to remind him to hang up his wedding suit so it doesn't wrinkle, but the chore will be all the more enjoyable with a custom hanger. These personalized hangers, available in a natural wood or white finish, can be custom engraved with his name, wedding day title ("groom," of course) and your wedding date. You can also go the extra mile by getting hangers for his wedding party members too.

28. Leather Toiletry Bag

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This handy toiletry bag is a practical wedding gift for your husband-to-be. It's crafted from two-tone leather, has a wipeable cotton-poly lining and unfolds to hang on a door for convenience. You can also add a foil monogram of his initials for an extra-special touch. Treat it as the base for a groom's gift box and fill it with some care essentials he'll appreciate on the wedding day, like lip balm, mouthwash, moisturizer (with sunscreen if it's an outdoor ceremony) and his favorite cologne.

29. Comfortable Slides

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Searching for matching groom and groom gifts? Then you need to snag two pairs of these lightweight slides. Pick from four colors—we really like Deep End and Mushroom Grey. With these shoes, you and your S.O. will be able to walk around in complete comfort while getting ready together for your nuptials.

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30. Wedding Keepsake Organizer

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Still typing "gifts for my groom" into Google? Then you need to get this keepsake library. This present offers a beautiful and organized way to preserve every precious memory, from handwritten vows to tiny mementos like the cake topper. It's thoughtfully designed to resemble a museum-quality book and has an elegant cloth-covered casing, which can be personalized. (Psst: This gift can also evolve into an anniversary gift for him since you can add anniversary keepsakes every year.)

Additional reporting by Chapelle Johnson.