Not only do you want to find the best gift for your friends, but you also want one that will signify the years of friendship you have shared with them. A gift should be thoughtful. You don’t want to get something that just anybody can buy and run the risk of the happy couple getting duplicate gifts.

Wedding couples today tend to like modern twists on what is considered more traditional wedding gifts, so it’s still worth gifting something for the kitchen, bedroom, or bathroom. They might actually need something functional for the house.

In this article we are going to look at a few different gift ideas to help inspire you to find the best gift for your friend, offering a few tips along the way, with the seven ideas divided into 5 categories.

Before we get into things, you should have a good sense of what kinds of taste and lifestyle your gift needs to fit into. If they are living together, more traditional things such as kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom gifts aren’t necessarily the way to go and you can go for something more unique.

Set a budget and stick to it. On average people spend +/- €70 on a wedding gift. Don’t worry if this is out of your budget though. A less expensive gift that is meaningful is always very special.  

Gifts for The One Who Has Everything

If you’re pretty sure your friend already has everything they need and want, money is a good way to go. Nowadays a lot of couples ask for contributions to their honeymoon fund, or to a house fund. Be creative with how you present this to them. A wooden box filled with cash can be a really sweet gift. Your friend will likely have to watch their finances for a while after the wedding, so a little bit of money to treat themselves with is a nice idea. If the box idea doesn’t suit their aesthetic consider using a money clip with their initials engraved.

Thoughtful Gifts

Unsure of a specific gift to give, something personal between you and your friend could be the answer. In this instance, the actual gift is not as important as the meaning and personalization attached to the gift itself. Pinterest is an excellent tool for this regardless of whether it is for a bride or groom. You could personalize a clock for their living room, a tea set, mugs, cushions, and so much more.  For the top wedding gifts of 2020, focus on items that balance thoughtfulness and practicality, ensuring they’ll be cherished for years. Customized keepsakes like photo books or engraved cutting boards are also wonderful options that highlight meaningful memories. Whatever you choose, adding a personal touch will make your gift stand out and leave a lasting impression.

If you have a big role in the wedding and are a bridesmaid or groomsman, you could opt for a wedding vow art print. This is really thoughtful and something the couple will cherish. Not wanting to spoil their special day by knowing what their vows are, this gift can be sent shortly after the wedding.  Another thoughtful gift idea are wedding presets for your friend. He or she might have a very specific wedding aesthetic that they are going for and the photographer hasn’t quite achieved it. Presets are able to transform a photo that is missing that little something into perfect pieces of art. They can even edit photos that their guests took on the day.

Unique Gifts

A unique gift idea, and one that is building popularity, is to gift the couple a tree. Different trees have different meanings and can act as a metaphor for letting love grow as they start married life together.

The tree you choose should continue to grow over the years, acting as a reminder of their wedding day. If they have not put down permanent roots a unique plant could also be the way to go, but trees start out small and can live in a nice pot until the couple is ready to plant it.

There are lots of special trees that have special meanings, making them great wedding gifts. For example, a Cherry tree symbolizes good fortune. The great thing about cherry trees is that they are beautiful all year round. Glossy green leaves turn into cream flowers in the Spring and will release a soft scent, brightening every single day. Another example of a tree you could get the couple is a lemon tree. Boasting beautiful leaves all year round it also flowers in spring and if pollinated will produce some lovely lemons. Symbolizing fun and happiness, the lemon tree is a unique wedding present to gift the happy couple, representing a love-filled future for them both.

Romantic Gifts 

A couple’s experience like champagne tasting or theatre tickets could bequitet romantic. You could also opt for a voucher for a meal out at their favorite restaurant, or their favorite cuisine, or even a spa day for the two of them. Weddings can be stressful and a nice detox and day of relaxation will be much needed and appreciated.

A Charitable Gift

Last, but not least, if your friend is passionate about a certain cause, a charity donation on their behalf can be a really special gift. You could even sponsor an endangered animal on their behalf.

Getting a gift, in general, can be pretty hard. We hope that after reading this you have a few more ideas and feel inspired to get them a special gift. By using the ideas stated above, you can have an easier time finding amazing gifts your loved ones will certainly love.