20 Best Bridal Shower Gifts That'll Get Her Even More Excited to Say "I Do"

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The venue is booked, the cake flavor has been decided, and she said yes to dress by now (hopefully), so let the festivities begin! In addition to the bachelor/bachelorette parties, the bridal shower provides another perfect opportunity for you to celebrate the future newlyweds before the big day and send them off into married life with a thoughtful bridal shower gift.

We put together a list of the best bridal shower gifts that'll make this chapter of their life even more special. We included a mix of gifts for the couple to enjoy together and gifts for the bride-to-be since it’s her shower, after all. From a box filled with world-class vino for wine lovers to an engraved jewelry box to safely store their wedding rings to a custom photo book filled with special moments from their relationship, you’re bound to give a gift that’ll leave a lasting impression on the future newlyweds.

After you find the perfect bridal shower gift on our list, keep scrolling for expert advice on how to approach gifting for this special occasion.

Deluxe Wedding Keepsake Box

The big day goes by so fast, so help the future newlyweds remember key moments from it with this bridal shower gift. This memory box includes 52 hand-illustrated labels, eight files, and five drawers for them to organize and store their wedding vows, invitation, cake topper, and more keepsake items, so they can relive their big day any day.

“I've given this as a wedding gift for two weddings in the past year, and the party LOVES them. Very clever and brilliant keepsake. In one case, the groom liked it more than the bride. Both parties loved saving little treasures and keeping the memories alive,” shares this 5-star Amazon reviewer.

More: 20 Gifts for the Bride-to-Be to Celebrate Her Special Day

Pasta and Noodle Maker Plus

The couple who cooks together stays together, right? This bridal shower gift will save them time, making it a worthy addition to their kitchen. They simply add the ingredients, and this maker automatically mixes, kneads, and extrudes. It comes with a cutter, cleaning tool, measuring cup, recipe book, and four shaping discs to create some of their favorite pasta and noodles.

As this 5-star reviewer happily complains, “My wife wanted this, so I got it, thinking it would be nice to have pasta on demand. She absolutely loves it. One problem, though — we now have pasta coming out of our ears! One thing is for sure: it makes great pasta!”

Date Night Ideas Scratch Off Card Game

Just because they’ll be married, that doesn’t mean they stop dating each other. Help them keep the spark alive with this scratch-off card game. It includes 35 date challenges arranged by categories like grub, travel, and nanny. The only rule is that once scratched, they must complete the date.

As this 5-star Amazon reviewer says, “I bought this gift for a friend of mine for her bridal shower. It’s so cute and has great date night ideas. Something different and fun for a bridal gift!”

True Love Flutes, Set of 2

Cheers to the happy couple! This set includes two silver-plated champagne flutes, each with an interlocking hearts design. They can use it on their big day, anniversaries, and anytime they want to celebrate their love.

As this 5-star reviewer shares, “I gave them to a friend at her bridal shower. She LOVES them. She sent me a note letting me know that she'll be using them on her wedding day. Even though she had another pair, she prefers this set.”

Wood & Marble Gift Set

Make hosting easier than ever as newlyweds with this bridal shower gift. This set includes a cheese board, a wine chiller, and four coasters. Each piece is handcrafted from polished white marble and natural acacia wood. You can personalize it with an engraved monogram for a thoughtful touch.

Personalized Wedding Ring Box

This wedding ring box will give the newlyweds a place to keep the engagement ring and wedding bands safe. The Etsy seller offers different styles, so you can personalize it with their names, wedding date, and more.

As this 5-star reviewer says, “Never thought of getting a ring box, and it was so worth it. It’s a little memory that you can keep forever. I love it!”

Hardcover Milestone Photo Book

Fill this photo book with your favorite moments of the engaged couple by themselves and with loved ones for a bridal shower gift they can enjoy long after they jump the broom. You can choose the size, paper type, fabric color, engraving, and more for a one-of-a-kind gift.

Personalized Pillow

Commemorate their upcoming nuptials with this personalized pillow. You can personalize it with their names and wedding date. It’s also available in different sizes and colors to match the couple’s decor.

As this 5-star reviewer raves, “I love the pillow I ordered for my niece’s bridal shower. The quality of the material was beautiful and exactly what I expected. It was perfect, and my niece loved it!”

Mrs. Necklace with White Diamond

This bridal shower gift is one she’ll want to don immediately after the “I Do’s.” This necklace features “Mrs” in cursive lettering and is available in three finishes — sterling silver, rose gold, and 18-karat gold.

“I adore this necklace! It’s super dainty and the perfect gift to give my sister on her wedding day,” shares this 5-star reviewer.

12 Nights of Wine

The soon-to-be bride and groom can cheers to their upcoming nuptials with this bridal shower gift. This box includes six hand-selected European wines (three red and three white) along with a trivia tasting game, food pairing suggestions, and access to sommelier-led virtual tasting videos.

Stemless Wineglasses (Set of 6)

Great wine deserves an equally great wine glass. This set of tinted stemless wine glasses from Estelle Colored Glass will not only stand out on their gifting table but in their cabinets as well. Hand-blown in Poland, this set is available in seven eye-catching colors.

Super-Plush Bath Towel Bundle

This simple bathroom upgrade will make a huge difference, and the special couple will have you to thank. This soft towel bundle from Brooklinen includes two bath towels and two hand towels, each made with 100% Turkish cotton. It’s available in multiple colors to match almost any bathroom aesthetic.

"After I toweled off with them for the first time, it was interesting to note how gentle the material felt. I was simply padding moisture off instead of aggressively toweling my skin dry. While the towel is quite weighty, its fibers seem to glide over skin. Just like that, a totally forgettable part of my daily hygiene routine became quite lush. I also noticed that the towel in the evening didn't retain any of the morning's moisture, even though denser towels can take most of the day to dry. This won major points, because a material with quick-drying properties means that it's less likely to harbor mold and mildew," shares our senior service editor, Melanie Yates, in their review of Brooklinen's bath towels.

The Always Pan

Instead of gifting a cookware set, this popular 10-in-1 cookware system will do the trick. From frying an egg to roasting a chicken, it does everything, including braising, sauteing, steaming, and more. The Always Pan 2.0 includes a 10.5-inch nonstick pan, steam-release lid, nesting beechwood spatula, steamer basket, and colander.

“The pan is so great! I love the wooden spoon, which hooks onto the pan! What a lifesaver. I love the depth and how you can cook anything in the pan. It’s a great size. I also love the strainer/steamer tool. It’s so helpful,” shares this 5-star reviewer.

Newlywed Boxed Set

This two-volume boxed set includes books for cooking and entertaining as a newlywed couple. Both books combined offer nearly 400 delicious recipes to help them out in the kitchen, including dishes like Raised Waffles with Strawberry-Rhubarb Compote, Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli, and Warm Kale Salad with Crispy Bacon & Egg. Newlywed Entertaining also offers advice, tips, and ideas for stylish, stress-free hosting.

22 Piece Food Storage Container Set

From leftovers to prepped meals, this Pyrex set includes 11 containers with lids for their food storage needs. I gifted this set to a bride a couple of years ago at her bridal shower, and they became a handy kitchen accessory for years to come.

“I absolutely love these storage containers. They are very useful for leftovers, and their shape helps keep my cabinets neat,” says this 5-star reviewer.

Custom Night Light

You can customize this handcrafted light with the last names of the future newlyweds for a personalized home decor gift. From the sweetheart table at their wedding to their living room, their love will be celebrated wherever it’s placed.

Gisele Relaxed Short PJ Set

This one’s for the bride. This short pajama set is made of temperature-regulating knit fabric and has a relaxed fit for a comfortable fit. You can also personalize it with her future initials for a bridal shower gift she’ll want to wear every night.

As this impressed 5-star reviewer shares, “I bought these on a whim to try for my bridal party. They are so soft and comfortable. My goal was to find something I could buy everyone that they would want to wear again, and these definitely fit the bill. If you are looking for comfortable, breathable, pretty PJ - look no further!”

Personalized Map Heart Art

This personalized heart map will capture the places the couple’s love has taken them so far. From where they first met to where they got engaged to where they will be married, this bridal shower gift covers it all. Don’t forget to frame it to complete the look!

As this 5-star reviewer shares, “The bride-to-be and all guests at the shower LOVED it! As did my son, the groom, which warmed mama's heart.”

Gift Card

Understanding the taste and lifestyle of the couple you're shopping for is key. This bridal shower gift is perfect for the couple that enjoys spending time in the great outdoors. Whether they like to camp, climb, or ride, REI offers top-quality gear, apparel, advice, and more.

I recently gave this gift card to a couple that loves to hike, and it was a total win. They were able to buy new gear for their future adventures.

Custom Mrs. Embroidered Sweatshirt

She’ll be celebrating their big day long after the big day with this embroidered sweatshirt. You can personalize it with her wedding date and future last for a bridal shower gift she can wear every day.

As this 5-star reviewer exclaims, “I bought this as a bridal shower gift for my best friend! The personalization came out beautifully, and wears it on the regular!”

How Much Should You Spend on a Bridal Shower Gift?

We reached out to etiquette consultant Jodi RR Smith of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting for answers to some of the major bridal shower gifting questions. First up, we wanted to know how much you should expect to spend on a bridal shower gift. Smith explains, “Contrary to myth, what you spend on a shower gift depends on YOUR budget. The amount you spend on a gift is dependent on your budget and your relationship with the couple."

Your circumstances also help shape your budget, too. "If you're a recent college graduate, with lots of loans, working in a low-budget job, then you would spend less. If you're established in your career or independently wealthy, you would spend more. A helpful guide to help assess your budget is to think about what you would spend on a special night out. That is a good starting point," says Smith.

What Are the Best Bridal Shower Gifts?

“The secret to a great shower gift is giving something the couple would really like. For an outdoorsy pair, camping gear might do, whereas an urbane couple might prefer a set of martini glasses. Your gift-giving choices depend on your budget as well as your relationship with the couple. A second cousin you rarely see, then something straight from the registry will work. Your life-long best friend, your gift should have a bit more meaning or connection based on your shared history,” outlines Smith.

Taking Advantage of Bridal Registries

We also got the scoop on bridal shower registries and how to use them to your advantage, even if you’re not shopping from one. “A shower is where the entire intent of the gathering is to give gifts to the guest of honor,” says Jodie RR Smith. “While shower registries are not obligatory, they are highly recommended. They serve two very practical purposes. First, they help to ensure the couple does not receive 11 toasters by sharing a list of what they would like and what has already been purchased. Second, for those guests seeking to purchase off the registry, the registry lists provide clues and cues for the couple’s taste and lifestyle.”

Bridal Shower Gifts to Avoid

As it turns out, there are some items you should avoid gifting for a bridal shower. As Smith says, “Gifts should be for the couple and the life they are building together. Be wary of giving a gift that is clearly only for one of them. For example, supplies for a hobby enjoyed by only one of the people in the couple.”

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