Do: Give a Thoughtful Gift That Is Sentimental and Useful
A wedding gift should be something that the happy couple can use for the length of their marriage. Consider finding a gift that is both useful and thoughtful. Finding a unique or especially high-quality version of an everyday item is a great way to make sure that your gift will feel special and get a lot of use. A great set of drinking glasses or a high-quality serving dish can be a valuable addition to any new home.
Don’t: Give a Last-minute Gift Card
Gift cards can be great. They allow the couple to choose what they want to purchase, and they take little to no effort. However, a gift card will not stand out on their wedding day. The couple will use the gift card and completely forget who gave it to them. Every time they use the item that they purchased with your gift card; they will not think of you. A hand-picked gift ensures that you enter their mind every time that they use your gift.
Do: Package your Gift in an Appropriate Way
A wedding is an elegant affair. Your gift should match the ambiance of the day. Choose a gift bag that is mad of quality material. An elegant gift bag that matches the wedding’s colors is a great way to show that you took extra care with your gift.
Don’t: Wrap Your Gift in Holiday Paper
A wedding gift is not an opportunity to use up any leftover gift wrap from the holidays or birthdays that have gone by. No one wants to see their gift table filled with birthday balloon wrapping paper and Santa Claus gift bags. If you do have a leftover paper to use, try to use solid colors that do not have any specific imagery on them.
Do: Consider Gifting Consumables
Giving a consumable item is a great way to provide an experience for the new couple that they can enjoy while thinking of you. A great bottle of wine or liquor can last forever and provide a great night for years to come. Specialty candies or long-lasting foods like dried cheeses and meats can also be a fantastic option.
Don’t: Gift Consumables with a Short Shelf Life
Most couples won’t get to their wedding gifts for weeks after their ceremony. Gifting perishable food like pastries or fruit can leave the recipients opening a box of rotten goods. When gifting food make sure that it can last for a while so that the couple can enjoy it.