With wedding season underway, you may be wondering how much to spend on a gift. Yes, the registry should be your starting point, but there might not be enough to pull from, or you may want to procure something more personalized. Depending how involved you are in the wedding or how close you are to the couple, experts recommend that you spend anywhere from $50 to $150 or more.
For this guide, we've handpicked must-have items for new couples, along with a few fun pieces they're bound to enjoy, all broken out by budget level. Use this guide to inspire your gifts for every type of wedding-season-related invite, from engagement parties to showers and, of course, the main event.
Under $50
The new couple will love the heart detailing on these embroidered cocktail napkins. They're made from reclaimed fabric and come in a handy set of four.
The happy couple can cheers to their love with a bottle of Johnnie Walker Black Label. With a warming blend of single-malt whiskies, it's a timeless, versatile liquor that everyone can enjoy. They can serve it neat, over ice, or in their favorite whiskey-based cocktail.
When it comes to buying flatware as a wedding gift, cake slicers are often overlooked. Stock their kitchen with this pretty server so they can dole out delicious slices of tarts and cakes whenever they please.
$50-$100
Take chips and dip to another level with this ceramic serving set. It comes with a plate, bowl, and ramekin, and it's dishwasher and microwave safe.
Few espresso machines are made with design in mind. This one is worthy of the new couple's precious countertop space with its chic chrome silhouette.
$100-$150
The days of trying to cook rice on the stovetop are over. Take some stress out of the new couples' life and get them this handy rice cooker. It automatically adjusts the temperature and cooking time to give you perfectly fluffy rice, every time.
Welcome them home to an amazing smelling house with these candles. They come in a set of three and featuring warming and woody notes, helping to create a calming, comforting environment anywhere they're lit.
This textured robe made from Turkish cotton is the definition of luxury. It comes in four neutral colors and is ideal for lounging around the house. You'll probably want to pick up two robes so no one has to fight over them.
$150-$200
Radios may not be on their radar, but this one is worth a second look. It has superior sound quality, and is packaged in a retro, handmade wood cabinet. If they'd prefer to listen to music on their own mobile device though, the tabletop radio is also bluetooth compatible.
Open them up to a new hobby that they can enjoy together with this stylish pickleball set. Unlike traditional pickleball gear, this set is bright and colorful — it comes with two patterned paddles, a box of pickle balls, and a cute bag to carry it all in.
$200+
If you're a member of the wedding party, why not go all out and splurge on a bottle of Johnnie Walker Blue Label? Made with a blend of the rarest malts and a velvety smooth finish, this whiskey is a luxurious treat that's best served neat to commemorate their special day.
They'll feel like they never left the honeymoon suite with this sheet set. The linen fabric will help to keep them cool, while the stonewash finish will add some style and textural intrigue to their bedroom.
