Choosing a wedding gift can be an absolute nightmare, especially if you don’t know the couple too well, or have never been to a wedding before! But don’t fret; sometimes finding the perfect gift is easier than you think. If you break down your possibilities into categories it can make it easier to assess your choices, so here are four easy options that will get your brain ticking with ideas. Think about your relationship with the couple and how to incorporate this into your gift, and you’re sure to get it right every time.
1. The List Present
Traditionally, many couples will make a list of items they would like to receive as a gift for their wedding. If you don’t know the couple very well or are worried about picking the wrong thing then sticking to items on the wedding list is a pretty smart idea: this way you’re buying something they want and need and have actually requested. Ask them to send you the list and tick off the items that people have already bought them; this way you can choose based on your budget as well as the item, and it will still be a surprise, as the couple won’t know what you’ve decided to get them.
2. The Charity Donation
For the couple, the idea of receiving large or expensive wedding gifts can be a little daunting, especially if they’re short on space. Instead, some philanthropic couples choose a charity or two that they would like their wedding guests to donate to rather than hand them a fancy present. This noble idea can save on space and expense and makes people think about the bigger picture. If the couple haven’t specified a charity that they would like guests to donate to, ask them if they think it would be a good idea and they can suggest one to you that they would be happy to support.
3. The Experience
Life isn’t made of material things; it’s made of special moments and happy memories. Give the happy couple an experience they’ll remember: if they’re a pair of adrenaline junkies then why not book them a sky dive or bungee jump? Check out their interests and find an experience that they’ll both love to do together.
4. The Naughty One
If you’re a cheeky friend of the couple and prefer to take a risk with their wedding gift then why not go for something fun and frivolous? Everyone else will no doubt be buying them functional presents, so head for a site specialising in unusual gifts such as The Great Gift Company and opt for something silly like giant Jenga, an inspirational print for their wall or a pair of his ‘n’ hers piggybanks