Top Ten Wedding Gifts

Choosing the perfect wedding gift can be a fun, if sometimes confusing, task. What to give? How much to spend? You’ll have to answer the second question for yourself, but we’re here to help with the first!

What do brides & grooms want? According to this gift-giving guide by leading wedding website The Knot, shopping from the registry is the way to go. “Nearly 85% of brides want you to select a wedding gift from their wedding registry list, and 98% have at least one registry list,” according to their survey.

This is a great rule of thumb, especially for couple that you might know only casually. If there’s no registry, or you prefer to choose your own gift, luxury home items are an excellent choice. We’re often hesitant to splurge on ourselves, so treating the new couple to deluxe linens will be a welcome gift.

Here are our top 10 favorite wedding gifts:

1) Framed wedding invitation. According to this gift guide by Real Simple, doing something fun & pretty with the wedding invitation is a big hit with brides. The Cheryl Picture Frame from L’Objet is a beautiful choice – adorned with pearls and Swarovski crystals, and a portion of proceeds benefit cancer research:

2. Something monogrammed. What better way to celebrate a new couple than a gift with their new initials? Another favorite of brides, monogramming is a great way to add a personal touch to a practical gift. Signature Monogram Dinnerware by Pickard China is a modern twist on the classic monogram, available in gold, platinum, blue, burgundy or green with initials in block print or script:

3. Quality sheets. For a gift that’s sure to be used again and again, high-quality white or ivory sheets are the go-to choice. Lyric Sheeting is a classic, 500 thread count, Egyptian cotton sheeting by Peacock Alley, renowned for their luxury bedding. The detailing on the hems adds a final touch of elegance:

4. Flatware. A good rule of thumb for brides is to register for two sets – one formal set to match the fine china, and one everyday set in stainless steel. For gift-givers, flatware gives many options for buying gifts from the registry – with many accessories and serving pieces to accompany the place settings. For casual flatware, we like the With Love Stainless Steel Flatware collection by Vera Wang:

5. Unique artwork. If you’re familiar with the new couple’s taste in artwork, a unique piece makes a wonderful gift that will be enjoyed for years to come. For something truly memorable, try a Pheromone piece by Christopher Marley:

6. Fine table linens. Every hostess needs them. Fine table linens are an elegant and practical wedding present that are sure to become a cherished family heirloom. Our best selling Classico table linens are fine Italian linen finished with a border of classic hemstitching. They are available in standard and custom sizes:

7. New towels. Luxury towels in neutral colors are a wonderful gift that can be used in any bathroom. For a personal touch, add a monogram. The new Bello bath towels from Sferra offer a range of 24 colors to choose from. They are specially treated to be fade-proof, and they are irresistibly soft:

8. A wine chiller or bucket. For romantic dinners at home, a beautiful wine or champagne bucket is a lovely gift. We love the Primavera Bucket and Bottle Coaster by Mary Jurek Designs:

9. A cozy throw blanket. For an extra touch, add a romantic movie and a bottle of wine, and wrap in a pretty basket. The Hayden Throw by Sferra is an excellent choice. Perfect for every season, this warm and soft solid-color throw is made from the finest 100% Australian baby lamb’s wool:

10. Salad serving tongs. Another favorite of brides, a beautiful set of salad tongs is a lovely and useful gift that she’ll use again and again. These stainless steel Lamina Serving Pieces from L’Objet are detailed with 24K gold-plated leaf accents:

For more great wedding gift ideas, see our hand-picked wedding gift selection here. What was your favorite wedding gift?

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