While the future spouses deal with the formalities related to the wedding, choosing the hall, menu and costumes, the heads of the wedding guests are preoccupied with another question - how to choose a gift for the newlyweds so that it turns out to be a hit? Everything depends, of course, on how well we know the Young Couple, what budget we have and how much time we have until the wedding. However, there are a few proven ways that will help us avoid gift gaffes.

What to keep in mind when choosing a gift for newlyweds?

1. You can never have too much information.
The best thing we can do before we buy a gift for the newlyweds is ask for the opinion of future spouses. Let's assume, however, that we don't have such a possibility, or we just want to surprise them. In this case, it is worth seeking advice from the people closest to the young couple - there is a good chance that they will tell us what to buy or at least dissuade us from misguided ideas. It is also good to find out what gifts other guests are planning to avoid repetition. 

2. Bet on originality.
If we have some talent and our hobby is DIY, do not hesitate for a moment. As our wedding expert, Joanna Hoc-Kopiej, emphasizes: “This original, self-made gift (or addition to the main gift) will make the recipients feel really special. It is also a great idea, for example, to prepare an album with photos of our newlyweds, with comments and wishes from the heart.” It's an option available to everyone - it just takes a little time and a bit of creativity! Some guests also create self-made greeting cards for the Bride and Groom.

3. "Envelope" always hit.
What if there is little time left until the wedding and we still don't have a gift? The proverbial envelope for a wedding seems to be the last resort. It's always a hit gift for newlyweds. Often, future spouses even encourage you to choose this option, and there is nothing wrong with that. Sometimes, however, guests, especially the bride and groom's peers, feel uncomfortable with such a gift. Fortunately, gift cards come to the rescue - we are sure that our gift will not end up in the attic, and in addition there is no problem with transport! In addition, for many spouses entering into life, he collects for a chosen purpose - a house, a car, a trip. If guests can help them make their dream come true, why not do it? 

Gift for newlyweds - what to avoid?

1. Conventionality.
One of the biggest wedding mishaps is duplication of gifts. Even if it was given from the heart, the third juicer or the fifth set of dishes will be more trouble for the Bride and Groom than a reason for joy. To prevent this, Let's completely give up on clichéd, hackneyed giftssuch as: bedding, tablecloths and towels, tableware and household appliances. Not only are these gifts that have long gone out of fashion and even if they are terribly expensive, they will not delight the newlyweds, they can still be repeated.

2. Tastes and tastes.
Works of art, home decorations and clothes can be included on the shopping list only in one situation - if the young people themselves ask for them, and in addition we know them better than ourselves. There is nothing easier than not meeting someone's taste, so let's avoid this kind of gifts - a gift for newlyweds may turn out to be a hit.

To a lesser extent, this also applies to books - in this case, instead of fiction, we decide on various types of guides and guides related to the interests of the recipients (cooking, travel, music, photography, etc.). It is also worth choosing new publications - in this way we reduce the risk that young people already have this book in their library.

3. There is a time and place for everything.
Various types of funny gadgets, erotic lingerie or the latest edition of Kamasutra are great gifts ... for a stag or hen party! They may be less appealing to the Young Couple when unpacking gifts with their immediate family. For the same reason, we do not give gifts to the (future) child at the wedding, it is not a good wedding gift! Let's not forget that the wedding is the day of the newlyweds – we leave toys for a baby shower, umbilical or christening. In addition, we never know whether such a gift, for many reasons, will not simply make the newlyweds sad.

A gift straight from the heart

In addition to the standard gift, which can be an envelope with money, it is worth trying for some element of surprise. You sing beautifully? Let the Bride and Groom hear your voice when entering the church! I don't think there will be a person who would not be touched by such a gift. It is a surprise absolutely from the heart, which will remain in everyone's memory for a long time! Or do you have other talents? Are you a great dancer? Show it at the wedding and make a great show! It will be a great attraction for both the Bride and Groom and wedding guests. 

Gifts from the heart or DIY gift accessories are also great as a gift for newlyweds. You can, for example, prepare a box of memories with the Bride and Groom or a jar of wishes, in which you can put cards with coupons for fulfilling the wishes of the newlyweds. They will be able to ask you for what will be on the card. It will work somewhat like a lottery where you always win a good deed. Isn't it a brilliant addition to a gift and a very original idea?
When it comes to unique additions to the gift, many young couples have recently been given fruit trees to plant. So if you know that the Bride and Groom will build a house, the tree is a brilliant symbol that will certainly take its own unique story. The power of memories and emotions guaranteed! 

An excellent gift for the Bride and Groom will also be organizing a selected attraction, e.g. a fireshow, a fireworks show, a performance by a group of friends or creating a special movie with memories. Equipped with beautiful music and graphics, the film will take the spouses back in time and give them a lot of joy. Old photos are a great joy and a lot of positive energy. After these types of gifts and attractions, the Young Couple will know that they have the best people around!

Finally, one last piece of advice and something that is always worth remembering. A card with sincere wishes attached to the gift is as important as the gift itself. Click to see beautiful photos from the wedding! 

Have fun!