With springtime weather approaching, wedding season is upon us. That means lots of gift giving! For the actual wedding gift, your best bet is to stick to something on the couple’s registry. You are likely to find classic items like china and housewares, and by keeping with what the couple has requested, you can be sure to pick out something they will appreciate and actually use. On the other hand, guests have more flexibility when it comes to gifting the bride at her shower. The Emily Post Institute, the go-to resource for all things etiquette, explains that shower gifts are generally expected to be less expensive than wedding gifts anyway. Here are my top picks:
1 // “Mrs” Necklace // Simple, dainty and thoughtful.
2 // Minimergency Kit for Brides // The regular kit has proven to be a life-saver on several occasions. The kit just for brides is too perfect. Think of the peace of mind she’ll have knowing she has everything available from extra wedding bands to stain remover and mini blotting tissues. Nothing can ruin her special day.
3 // Monogrammed Bathrobe // Use the bride’s new last initial because you can never go wrong with something personalized.
4 // Monogrammed Cheese Board // Perfect for the couple’s future dinner parties.
5 // Personalized Glass Drinking Jars // These are simply sweet with a down-home flair. Great for daily use and for entertaining.
6 // Monogrammed Stationary // The bride is going to be writing LOTS of thank you notes after all this, so why not gift her with some pretty stationary to help get the job done?
7 // “The Best is Yet to Come” Framed Print // Is it not the truth? If you think it will fit in with the couple’s decorative style, this mantra is perfect!
