About Gifts. Unique Wedding Gifts

Many engaged couples wish to show appreciation to their parents for funding their big day, yet struggle with finding ideas for such a meaningful gift. Fortunately, there are many options for unique wedding gifts for parents of the bride and groom.

Personalized Gifts

One idea is to produce a personalized wedding gift for parents. Personalized items provide a special memento of love and family history. Engraved frames with a heartfelt message and memorable photo will be cherished for years to come. Personal jewelry items such as a locket or cufflinks with the wedding date engraved are another option. Plaques with a special poem can be displayed with pride as a reminder of the merging of two families. Holiday ornaments may be engraved with couple's names. A framed representation of the family tree (with the new son/daughter included) is another option.

Classic Gifts

Another idea is to give a classic item made from precious materials. The bride and groom may wish to give the timeless gift of crystal, in the form of a clock or vase. Silver candlestick holders or a serving piece provide another option.

Creative Gifts

Couples may wish to exercise their special talents by creating their own unique wedding gift for their parents. A handcrafted scrapbook chronicling the journey from childhood to marriage will bring tears to a parent's eyes. A handmade quilt would become an instant family heirloom. Pottery, lovingly created or painted, will hold a place of honor on the mantel of the family home.

Gift Certificates

Yet another option is to give the gift of relaxation. After months of stressful (and expensive) wedding planning, most parents of the bride and groom would appreciate a gift certificate for a relaxing spa treatment or weekend getaway. Couples can get creative and research local recreational activities, bed and breakfasts and formal dining options.

Wedding Mementos

Once married, the bride and groom can provide parents with a special photo album with candid shots of the wedding preparations, ceremony and honeymoon.

Regardless of the wedding gift that a couple decides to give their parents, the heartfelt message of gratitude will be clearly and lovingly communicated.

Bride and Groom Gift Exchange

This is a nice gesture for the engaged couple. Perhaps a sweet note about each other is all you would like to give. Or maybe there is something that is very special you want to give to show your love. The decision to exchange gifts will be very personal between the two of you. It should not be a gift that can be found on the gift registry.

Gifts for Family and the Wedding Party

Moms love receiving a special gift that they can cherish forever--give her a small token that expresses your love and thanks. There is no gift that comes closer to this one: a handwritten note about how special mom has been, that you are so glad she can share this day with you, and …[we’ll let you finish this line].

Dad’s are cool. All they want is their daughter to be happy. A gift would be a surprise. There are great watches, tie clips, money clips, custom frames, fine pens, desk mementos, for starters. Always find something that really interests dad, such as golf, football, chess, music, favorite restaurant. Stay away from anything elaborate.

Grandparents are the best. They already have everything they need. A good hug would be just wonderful. If you really want to give a gift, then look for a vase that would compliment the house, a recent photo of you and your spouse, a good book that you heard about, or better yet that you read and loved. Shop around until you spot that perfect gift.

Maid of Honor. Girls are easy. Jewelry, something feminine for her desk or house, scarf, tote, or a gift certificate for an hour massage or day at the spa. Also, a special thank you note for Maid of Honor (or Matron of Honor) everything she has done to help you through the event.

Bridesmaids. You can follow the same scheme as for the Maid of Honor, or offer them something different from the Maid of Honor. If you have time, give them each a unique gift that matches their personality. Gift are easy—earrings, purse, compact mirror, necklace, journal, dinner for two at a favorite restaurant, and more.

Best Man. This one’s not so hard to think of … a new sports watch, tickets to a game, iPod set, CDs, dinner for two, a bottle of scotch, beer glasses, and the standard tie clip, fine writing pen, money clip, desk clock, and more. Ideally, the gift shows your appreciation and you really want it to be a reminder of your special day.

Ushers. Ditto for the Ushers as for the Best Man. This gifts can be all the same or individual as you see fit.

Flower girl and Ring Bearer. Don't forget to find a special gift for these players. You may ask their parent for suggestions if you can't find something special. Consider taking them to an entertainment park for the day (sometime after you return from your Honeymoon).

Other Helpers. What a nice gesture to give a small gift to others who helped you during the planning stages. You will find that many family members and friends will volunteer to help you assemble the invitations, make table centerpieces, help decorate and contribute in other ways. Show them your appreciation. If extra gifts aren’t in your planning budget, a special note of appreciation will beat any tangible gift.