For some, the process of deciding what to give at a wedding is an easy one. The couple has asked for contributions to help fund their honeymoon or said that their registry "takes the stress out of gift-giving."
But for those who have zero ideas about what to give, it can be a bit trickier. Even if you don't know the couple very well or aren't sure about their tastes and interests, there's always something you can give as a gift. Even if it's not exactly what they'll want or need when they open it, there will always be a use for it eventually.
We've searched the web for you and found gifts that won't put a dent in your wallet but are guaranteed to be loved by the lovely bride.
Food Basket
A delicious food basket filled with the couple's favorite treats can be just as useful as it is thoughtful.
You can put together a basket full of snacks or even create a themed basket based on their favorite foods or restaurants. For example, if they love Italian food, you could include things like dried pasta, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and cookies from an Italian bakery.
If they prefer Mexican cuisine, include tortilla chips, salsa, spicy hot sauce, and guacamole dip. If they love sushi rolls, include some California rolls and spicy tuna rolls along with chopsticks so they can enjoy them right away!
Housewarming Gift
A housewarming gift is a great idea for anyone who has recently moved into a new home or apartment. They're also perfect if someone is moving into a new condo or townhouse where they'll need furniture and other necessities.
A housewarming gift could include items like dishes and linens for the kitchen, bathroom accessories such as towels, soaps, and lotions, or even wall art that can be hung up throughout the home.
Flowers or Plants
Flowers are the way to go if you're looking for something simple yet elegant. You can opt for fresh flowers in a vase or pick up some artificial ones if you don't have time to get fresh ones delivered. Either way, they'll look great on display at home or work. If you're not certain what kind of flowers they like best, ask their friends or family members who might know better than you!
Scented Candles
Scented candles are an awesome gift for any occasion, but they're especially handy for weddings. You can find them in all shapes and sizes, including pillar candles, votives, tarts, and even wax melts. You can also find scented candles in many different fragrances – from floral to fruity to spicy.
Scented candles make great gifts because they're inexpensive and easy to find, and they come in so many varieties that you can choose one that perfectly matches the bride-to-be's style.
Personalized Photo Book
A photo book is a thoughtful wedding gift idea for women because it shows them how much you care about them as your friend and as a couple. The book can include images from their engagement party or wedding as well as photos of their life together before the big day came along. You can also add captions and text to each page to make the book even more special.
Personalizing this gift will also make it more meaningful for your bride-to-be, as she can see your personal touches throughout the book. For example, you could include her favorite quotes from friends and family members or even write a message from you at the beginning of each chapter, so she knows exactly who put this together with love!
Cosmetics
Cosmetics and make-ups are those things that are always in demand and rarely bought just for themselves. If you like to give a gift that will make her look and feel pretty, consider getting her some new beauty products for her big day. Consider reading a beauty and health blog to get more unique ideas.
She'll love having new things to play with, and there's no better way to show her how much the bride means to you than with a thoughtful present that shows you know what makes her happy!
Trip or Experience
Why not give her a trip she'll never forget? Maybe you could book her and her partner a weekend away in New York City, where they can enjoy some luxury time together before the wedding madness begins.
Or maybe you could throw them a party or event they'll remember forever — like an outdoor soiree on a picturesque farm or a cocktail party in their hometown.
You can even get creative with this one by offering something like an intimate cooking class or wine tasting tour through Italy (or any other country they've always dreamed of visiting).
Congratulations! You've found the perfect gift for your best friend, and now you are ready to make her wedding day even more special. The wedding day is one of the most meaningful moments of a person's life, so it's important that the bride feels like she is truly cared for on this special occasion.
The point here is simply this - if you're in charge of buying a wedding present for a girlfriend or loved one, consider taking something out of the ordinary and pitching in with something she'll appreciate.
