For many couples, the moment they announce their newly engaged status, questions like, “When is the wedding?” and “Where are you registered?” are sure to follow. Creating a gift registry has become an obligatory (and sometimes overwhelming) part of planning a wedding. And, for family and friends, it can sometimes feel as if there’s a fine art to picking the perfect gift that is both practical and special. We asked a few industry pros — from a celebrity planner to a celebrated fashion designer — for their favorite wedding gifts. Here are a few of them.
Event designer
Credit…“We all know my love for flowers, which is why I enjoy gifting these floral charger plates by JG Home Living for Mark With A Spark. Add a personal touch by having them monogrammed, so that the newlyweds can show off their new family name.”
Credit…“My other favorite gift idea was inspired by one of my couple’s wedding guests. After seeing the floral décor at her best friend’s wedding and knowing that the bride loved our flowers, the guest requested that we do a monthly delivery of the couple’s favorite flowers during their first year of marriage.”
Credit…“My go-to wedding gift is a custom illustrated wedding portrait of the newlyweds. Personalized portraits are a thoughtful way to show you care about the couple, while giving them something unique to add to their home.”
Credit…“I love getting couples a personalized cutting board, whether it has their wedding date or a special recipe engraved on it. Not only is this gift a sentimental piece that can be treasured for years to come, but it’s also a functional option for couples who like to cook.”
Credit…“As most couples don’t tend to give a lot of thought to travel essentials, I often like to go off-registry and gift from my favorite luggage company, Rimowa. Their suitcases are high quality and they offer lovely limited edition colors and design collaborations, so you can get the bride and groom the perfect suitcase that fits their personality and they will think of you every time they travel.”
Credit…“The Margot Champagne Beverage Holder is a wonderful registry gift. Perfect for entertaining, it’s chic while also very versatile. Whether it’s used for champagne, wine, or flowers, the rose gold finish adds a touch of fashion and sets a luxurious tone. I think it’s the ideal gift for newlywed couples as they celebrate their new lives together with friends and family.”
Credit…“For many, coffee is a language of love and something that provides couples with a small bonding moment in the morning before the day begins. I love gifting newlyweds with a classic French press. They probably already have a drip coffee maker or it’s on their registry, but a French press serves as a special reminder to slow down and take the time to enjoy their newlywed status. Plus, slow-brewed coffee is divine and perfect for quiet weekend mornings.”
Credit…“We’re recently seeing bar carts featured prominently in home design magazines, blogs, and across Pinterest boards. There are some couples who you can tell love to host; they are the ones prioritizing the guest experience at their wedding and truly wanting to be involved in all of the details. Gifting a bar cart is a great way to surprise a pair of cocktail aficionados, while also serving as a nod to their attention to detail and special care for their wedding and, of course, future celebrations.”
