Wedding Engagement Gifts

In earlier times, engagement gifts to the couple were given only by close family members or close friends. However, nowadays it is more of a tradition to throw engagement parties and guests can get along gifts. Although not of a compulsion, it seems a good gesture to gift the happy couple. But, as usual, we are often stuck up with the idea of getting a proper gift for the couple. Here are some options that can be considered.

Traditional Engagement Gifts

Traditional wedding gifts are given by close family members or rather members of the immediate family. Any piece of article from the family heirloom is traditionally given as an engagement gift. Antique jewelry, mirror, china, etc. are usually given to the bride. Gifting a teapot, or rather a tea set, is also included in the traditional engagement gift set in many parts of the world. A bottle of antique wine or liquor from the personal cellar is also one of the best traditional engagement gifts for the couple.

Modern Engagement Gifts

There are only a few options that can be considered as traditional wedding or engagement gifts. Wine or champagne bottles are considered, both, traditional as well as modern gifts. A set of wine glasses / flutes, photo frame, wedding planner, books on marriage, gift baskets, etc. are some of the good gift ideas. Coupons or passes for fine dining, cruise, theater, adventure sports, are also some of the cherished engagement or wedding party gifts. Scented and decorative candles, candle stand, perfumes, aromatherapy products, home decor items, are other engagement or wedding gift ideas. If you do not know the couple personally, a gift basket of chocolates, wine or fruits is considered a safer option.

Personalized Engagement Gifts

Now, if you know the couple personally, there is nothing better than going for personalized gifts. You can easily get engraved and customized gifts in most gift shops across the country. Engraved (with names or initials) mugs, glasses, photo frames, clocks, watches, pillows, T-shirts, etc. can be gifted. You can also gift fancy and personalized cigarette case, jewelry box, make up kit, hand mirror to the couple as engagement gift. Some more engagement gift ideas include personalized gift baskets. If you know the choices and likes of the couple, you can order customized gift baskets or make on your own. Secondly, a scrapbook, autographed frame with autographs and messages from all the close friends is also one of the best gifts for engagement. A piece or set of jewelry for both men and women is one of the expensive ideas on wedding/ engagement gifts.

Lastly, note that if you fail to get any of these articles, gifting a beautiful bouquet of flowers (roses, orchids) or a meaningful card can also save the day! Good luck!