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Updated Oct 02, 2024The 50 Best Wedding Gift Ideas for Couples, Hands Down
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Finding good wedding gift ideas can be overwhelming because there are so many options to consider. Luckily, most couples create a wishlist to simplify the process. Once you know where they're registered, finding their desired gifts should be simple. If the pair is registered with The Knot, you can use our registry finder to look them up. While their registry is an excellent starting point, it's not your only source of inspiration.
According to The Knot 2024 Real Guests Study*, just under half of 1,000 guests surveyed gave an off-registry gift. With this in mind, we've rounded up the best wedding gifts for couples. Looking for wedding gift suggestions for yourself? If you're engaged and ready to register, keep scrolling for ideas and use The Knot Registry to add items to your wishlist.
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What's a Good Wedding Gift?
Anything from the couple's registry is a good wedding gift. They requested each item specifically, so you know they'll appreciate something from their wishlist. Shopping for a couple who doesn't have a registry? No problem. "If you're looking for something off the registry, I would look to The Knot Collections for inspiration," says Sam Kaplan, a senior manager of registry at The Knot. "Our team has curated the perfect assortment of gifts for every couple's interests." Find out which gifts guests love giving, the coolest experiential presents, the latest winners of The Knot Registry Awards and more.
We've also found great wedding gifts for couples who have everything, from personalized keepsakes to memorable experiences they can enjoy together. Wondering how much to spend on a wedding present? The Knot 2024 Real Guests Study found that the average wedding gift spend was $150. Of course, you can spend more or less than that depending on your budget. You can read up on wedding gift etiquette and use our wedding gift calculator to guide you.
The Best Wedding Gift Ideas
Ready to check "buy a wedding gift" off your to-do list? These classic, cool and creative picks are sure to impress the happy couple. Shop our favorite wedding gift ideas below.
1. Bryan Becker Personalized Dream Together Wedding Bowl
Photo: Uncommon Goods
This keepsake bowl is a meaningful wedding gift any couple will be happy to unwrap. It's made from stoneware and engraved with the phrase, "Love always, laugh often, forgive quickly, dream together," along with their names and wedding date. It'll look beautiful in a display cabinet or filled with fruit.
2. Mano's Wine Wedding Cheers Custom Etched Wine Bottle
Photo: Mano's Wine
Extend the celebratory toasts by gifting them a bottle of wine, but not just any bottle of wine. This California cabernet sauvignon is custom engraved with their names, wedding date and an illustration of two champagne flutes. They can keep the bottle afterward as a sweet memento of their special day.
3. Caraway Non-Toxic Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set
Caraway cookware sets really can do it all. This set includes a Dutch oven and three types of pans, which are all oven-safe and compatible with different stovetops. They come with pan racks and a lid holder for efficient storage. They're one of our favorite gifts for married couples settling into a new home.
4. Tinggly Just Married Experience Gift Box
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Their wedding day is just the start of their adventures. Help the couple plan their next one with Tinggly's "Just Married" gift voucher. With over 10,000 experiences in over 100 countries to choose from, they can use it on their honeymoon or another vacation. From spa services to exhilarating outdoor activities, they'll find something that sparks their interest.
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5. Estelle Colored Glass Wine Glasses, Set of 2
Add a splash of color to their bar cart with these tinted wine glasses. They're sold as a pair and are one of the best wedding gift ideas for couples who like wine and trendy pieces. Choose from an array of shades, including blush, lavender and mint, to suit their style.
6. Mark & Graham Personalized Wood Marble Appetizer Serving Platter
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Elevated serveware is a wedding registry trend that never dates. This acacia wood and marble platter comes with three condiment bowls for serving dips and snacks. It can be engraved with their initials for a practical wedding gift they can take out when guests arrive.
7. Patricia Carlin Intersection of Love Photo Print
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Shopping for a wedding gift for your BFF? This sentimental print is a great wedding gift idea for anyone you're close with. It features two signposts showcasing their names and important dates in their relationship, like their first date and wedding day. We can't think of a better way to celebrate when their paths crossed for the first time.
8. Canvas Vows PushPin World Travel Map
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This pushpin map is a cool wedding gift for travelers. It can be personalized with their names or a fun quote to inspire their wanderlust. Now they can track all their married travels, starting with the honeymoon.
9. Kate Spade Grace Take the Cake Picture Frame
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An elegant photo frame is a nice wedding gift for any couple. This silver-plated one comes etched with a sweet message, "Happily Ever After" and has a glass insert to protect against UV rays, preserving their mementos for years to come.
10. The Adventure Challenge Couples Edition
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Here's a wedding gift that'll shake up their routine: a journal filled with date ideas. Each activity is a total mystery until it's scratched off, giving adventure-seekers plenty of exciting things to look forward to. If you can stretch your gift budget, upgrade to the camera bundle so they can document all the fun.
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11. Vera Wang Wedgwood Engraved Crystal Leaf Vase
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Still looking for marriage present ideas? Try a crystal wedding gift like this beautiful glass vase. It features intricate vine and leaf cuts and can be engraved with any title, name and quote. It's an especially thoughtful wedding gift for a duo who loves displaying flowers in their home.
12. Our Place Perfect Pot
Cookware is a classic wedding gift for a couple, but it can be hard to decide what they'll actually use. Luckily, Our Place's Perfect Pot can boil, roast, bake and steam, so it'll probably suit their cooking style. It's also stylish, so it'll look good on their stovetop.
13. Jon and Julie Rousseau Personalized Serving Tray
Photo: Uncommon Goods
Uncommon Goods is a great spot to find unique wedding gifts like this personalized tray. The tree-inspired design can be customized with the couple's initials and wedding date. It also features two lovebirds on one of the branches for a sweet touch.
14. 28 Collective Wedding Newspaper Cover Framed Wall Sign
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How cute is this framed wall art? It looks like the front page of a newspaper and features the couple's wedding photo and names, along with the headline, "The Wedding of the Year." Choose from two framing options for a creative wedding gift for your friends.
15. Ooni Karu 12 Multi-Fuel Pizza Oven
If pizza night is part of their weekly routine, they'll covet an Ooni oven. This multi-fuel oven runs off wood, charcoal or gas (with an additional burner). Once heated, it can cook pizza in as little as 60 seconds. It's a thoughtful wedding gift snack lovers will get excited about.
16. Uncommon Originals Anniversary Journal
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This anniversary journal is an especially sweet gift for newlyweds. It has sections for their first anniversary to the 60th, with prompts and photo pages for each milestone. A personalized version is also available to make this wedding present idea even more meaningful.
17. Anthropologie Haden x Bistro Tile 1.7 Liter Electric Kettle
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An electric kettle is a useful wedding gift for coffee or tea lovers. This trendy appliance features a temperature gauge and is decorated with Anthro's Parisian bistro tile pattern. The French word "Bonjour" appears on the front for a Pinterest-worthy finish. Très chic, we know.
18. Le Creuset Round Dutch Oven
Le Creuset Dutch ovens are wedding gifts that can last a lifetime. Set the couple up for kitchen success with this versatile piece of cookware. It can be used for roasting, frying, slow-cooking and baking, so it's perfect for any meal. Choose from various sizes and shades to suit their cooking needs (and color scheme).
19. Swarovski Kris Bear A Perfect Match
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Not all wedding gift suggestions have to be practical: They can be whimsical too. This Swarovski crystal figurine of two bears holding a heart is a fitting tribute to the happy couple. Don't be surprised if they start collecting these throughout their marriage.
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20. Back to That Night Custom Sky Glassware
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Turn the couple's favorite nightcap into sweet reminders of their special day. This pair of drinking glasses is etched with starry constellations from their wedding night, along with the date and their names. Choose between wine glasses, beer glasses or one of each.
21. Sunday Citizen Crystal Weighted Blanket
Anything that aids sleep is a top wedding gift suggestion in our eyes. This cozy blanket is filled with natural crystals and is gently weighted to help promote feelings of relaxation. The lovebirds can look forward to calmer cuddle sessions from now on.
22. Smithey No. 10 Cast Iron Skillet
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Traditional gifts like cookware and appliances are often the most popular wedding presents on a couple's registry. If they've already registered for the gift you have in mind, just buy from their wishlist. If not, pick up a timeless (but creative) wedding gift for their home, like this engravable cast iron skillet.
23. Personalization Mall Laurel Wreath Personalized Beverage Tub
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Shopping for a couple who loves entertaining? This personalized beverage tub will be useful for future celebrations. It's made from galvanized metal and can be engraved with their monogram and wedding date. Pair it with a few bottles of wine for a winning wedding present.
24. Cozy Earth Bamboo 4-Piece Sheet Set
We can't think of anyone who wouldn't like a luxury wedding gift. Cozy Earth's high-quality textiles are made from silky soft bamboo that looks as good as it feels. This set includes a top sheet, a fitted sheet and two pillowcases, all packaged in a reusable tote bag.
25. Uncommon Originals Kissing Mugs
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This pair of coffee mugs is one of the sweetest marriage present ideas. Each is shaped like a friendly face and, when the mugs touch, they look like they're sharing a kiss. Choose from two color combos for a playful wedding gift they'll use every morning.
26. EnCoir Designs Family Name Doormat
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A custom doormat is one of the most creative gifts to celebrate a new marriage. This one is made from eco-friendly coir fibers and can be personalized with the couple's last name and "established" date. It's a fun (and functional) wedding gift they can use to show off their marital status.
27. CALPAK Hue Carry-On Luggage
CALPAK's carry-on luggage is one of those rare wedding gifts that combines style, practicality and safety. These hard-shell cases come with a TSA-approved lock and multi-directional wheel spinners for easy maneuvering. They'll be grateful for these on their honeymoon and beyond.
28. Aura Mason WiFi Digital Picture Frame
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Help the newlyweds show off their wedding photos with this digital picture frame. It connects to an app where they can upload their favorite snapshots from the big day. They can also add and swap images throughout their marriage, from their honeymoon to their anniversary and everything in between.
29. Click & Grow The Smart Garden 3
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Click & Grow helps couples grow their own produce without requiring any outdoor space. This indoor garden automates every step of the process, from watering plants to getting them the right amount of light. It can be used to cultivate fruits, veggies, flowers and other small plants.
30. SPUR Experiences NBA Tickets
Experience gifts are the best unusual wedding gifts. Basketball fans will be delighted with NBA tickets to cheer on their favorite team. Simply select the amount and team name for a thoughtful last-minute wedding gift.
31. Marc Stitzlein and Rich Norton Anniversary Wine Box
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This wooden wine box will keep the celebrations flowing after the main event. It features their initials carved into the tree bark design and can hold three bottles of vino: one for their first, third and fifth anniversaries. Fill it with their favorite wines for a memorable present they'll use in the years ahead.
32. The Forever Rose Our Heart Wedding Combo
Photo: The Forever Rose
If you're looking for a sentimental his and hers wedding gift, The Forever Rose is your go-to spot. Their keepsakes are made from real roses preserved in lacquer to represent eternal love. This set includes a white bloom and a black flower trimmed with 24K gold. Choose from three variations to suit the couple you're buying for.
33. Brooklinen Dreamweave Waffle Robe
If you're looking for luxury wedding day gifts for the couple, give them a pair of comfy robes. They can wear them on the morning of the wedding before the festivities kick off. Each is made from Turkish cotton and features a textured waffle weave. Choose from two shades to suit their tastes.
34. Blue Apron Meal E-Gift Card
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A Blue Apron subscription is one of the best wedding gift ideas for a busy couple. It'll help simplify meal planning and reduce trips to the grocery store, while encouraging them to cook together. Get them a gift card they can put toward any subscription or meal kit.
35. Plants.com Sweet Heart Bamboo
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Still searching for creative wedding gift suggestions? This heart-shaped bamboo will grab their attention. Aside from looking cool, bamboo is said to symbolize good luck, which any newly married couple will appreciate.
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36. London Sip Coffee Hand Grinder
The secret to sourcing good wedding gifts is to pick something useful. This hand grinder is perfect for a coffee-loving couple. They can use it to make gourmet brews without needing a bulky all-in-one coffee machine (which is ideal if they're short on space).
37. Alexander Doll First Toast Personalized Art
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We still have plenty of cool gifts for weddings to share, like this retro print. It features an illustration of a couple's hands raising a toast and can be personalized with their wedding details. Choose from two sizes and have it framed for a display-ready finish.
38. Atlas Coffee Club World Coffee Tour Subscription
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Subscriptions are good wedding gifts for couples, especially if they already have the essentials covered. With Atlas Coffee Club's monthly service, they can look forward to receiving gourmet coffee from all over the world. They'll also get tasting notes and postcards from each location.
39. Boll & Branch Spa 6-Piece Bath Towel Set
Elevate their bathroom with some spa-worthy towels. This Boll & Branch set includes two bath towels, two hand towels and two washcloths, all made from soft organic cotton. Choose from five neutral colors for a practical wedding gift they'll use daily.
40. Personalization Mall Gold Hammered Engraved Champagne Flute Set
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This pair of champagne flutes is a classic wedding gift they can use to toast their love. Each features a hammered gold band and a personalized engraving of the couple's details. They'll bring a sophisticated touch to future celebrations like anniversaries and birthdays.
41. Meliora Craft The Art of Marriage Poem Sign
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Thinking of giving the couple a marriage ceremony gift? A framed rendition of "The Art of Marriage" will touch their hearts. This beautiful poem offers thoughtful advice about love, from expressing gratitude to laughing together. Gift it to them early so they can read it during the ceremony.
42. Cuisinart Precision Master 5.5 Qt. Stand Mixer
This classic mixer is one of the top wedding gifts for couples who bake together. It comes with a stainless steel mixing bowl, whisk, dough hook, flat mixing paddle and a splash guard to prevent spillages. They can use it to tackle culinary tasks, like making bread or cookies.
43. Fontaines Luxury Towel Warmer
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A towel warmer is one of the best wedding gifts for a couple who is upgrading their home. This clever device heats towels quickly and keeps them warm for up to an hour. It can fit two oversized towels or bathrobes, so they can wrap up after stepping out of the tub or shower.
44. Wood By Stu Personalized Couple Names Sign
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Custom home decor that celebrates a couple's love is always a winner. This rustic wooden sign features their first names in handmade raised lettering joined by a heart. The grain and stain varies slightly on every piece of wood, making each sign one-of-a-kind. How's that for a cute wedding gift?
45. YETI Roadie 60 lb Wheeled Cooler
Are the lovebirds known for their sense of adventure? Snag them one of YETI's coolers for their next road trip. This sturdy wheeled box can keep wine, beer and other beverages cool for hours on end. It also has a long pull handle and a latch that's easy to open.
46. Kasey and Justin Pearson Personalized Hearts Four-Across Game
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Practical wedding present ideas aren't the only option. If you're shopping for a fun-loving pair, why not get them a game? This personalized four-across game spells out their names and wedding date in a wood frame. Heart-shaped slots add a sweet touch to this creative gift.
47. Lights Up Laurels of Love Personalized Wedding Frosted Shelf Décor
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Their eyes will light up when they see this personalized wedding gift. This frosted lamp features a feather-painted finish that creates a soft glow when illuminated—perfect for creating a romantic ambiance. Have it customized with the couple's names and wedding date for a unique finish.
48. Therabody Theragun Mini 2.0
A mini massage gun is a wedding gift any couple will appreciate, especially if they're always active. The Therabody Mini 2.0 model is compact enough to slip into a gym bag and comes with three speed settings to massage muscles. It also connects to the Therabody app where they can create personalized routines.
49. Solo Stove Digital Gift Card
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Gift cards are one of best wedding presents for coworkers or anyone who's tricky to shop for. You pick a brand they love, and they get to pick something special together. This Solo Stove digital voucher is a great option for outdoorsy couples. They can put it toward new camping gear or that backyard fire pit they've always wanted.
50. Michael Aram Magnolia Candle
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Sometimes, small wedding gifts are more than enough. This Michael Aram candle is a thoughtful token any couple will appreciate. From the decorative lid to the sweet magnolia scent, this wedding present is simple and chic.
*The Knot's 2024 Real Guest Study gathered responses from 1,000 adults who attended at least one wedding in person in 2024.
Naoimh O'Hare contributed to this article.
