The 32 Best Wedding Gifts to Give or Receive

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The best wedding gifts keep the lovely couple at the center. They're thoughtful and nice. Not too little, not too much. Classic registry items might include stuff for their homes—kitchen tools, fresh bedding or linens. The kind of stuff they can use together. These things are all still good, all very giftable.

But if they've been living together for a bit, they might have some of that stuff already. In that case, you could opt for something that will help them commemorate the wedding or celebrate their newly joined couplehood with a leather photo album or monogrammed anything. Or you can keep it simple but universally enjoyed, like Dyson's newest vacuum or a very nice candle.

Whether you're looking to put stuff on your own registry or are deviating off a loose one, these gifts are all wedding-appropriate for couples of all kinds.

Barwell Cut Crystal Highball Glass Set

We all agree fancy glassware is a great gift, and this set from Soho Home is Esquire-approved.

Original Cabin Suitcase

If they're headed on a luxurious honeymoon, they need the most luxurious suitcase there is. We Endorse this luggage as the best.

Gen5detect Absolute Vacuum

We can't think of anything more a couple would love than Dyson's newest and most advanced vacuum.

Wonder Oven

Our Place's Wonder Oven replaces nearly every kitchen appliance one could put on their registry in a single item. It's an airfryer, roaster, steamer, you name it.

Minis Duo

Caraway's minis set with a fry pant and sauce pot is a very useful (and pretty) addition to a couple's kitchen.

Champagne Lacquer Jewelry Box

A cool jewelry box stores those I Do rings together and makes for a chic piece of decor, too.

Wyatt Double Champagne Cooler

Fill this Ralph Lauren cooler with a bottle of champagne. Gift master.

Kaizen II Chef’s Knife

A chef's knife—and a very nice chef's knife at that—is a major kitchen upgrade for even couples that are already cohabitating.

Y3.3 Espresso Machine

This machine won't take up too much room in their kitchen, while still having the capacity to make the perfect espresso.

Plush Towel Collection

They probably haven't replaced their bath towels in a minute. Or if they have, now they have a plush extra set.

Head in the Clouds Eau de Toilette

This elegant fragrance is a romantic and dreamy scent, evoking their wedding ambience in a single scent.

J2 Cold Press Juicer

If they are always on a health kick, now they can make their own fresh pressed juices every day.

Just Married scarf

This scarf will forever serve a playful memory of their union. And they can frame it too, so it rests on their wall for decades to come.

Valentina Velvet Frame

A demure velvet frame is sultry and stately. For bonus points, put a pic of them from the wedding in it.

Playing Cards

For the couple that takes their game nights seriously.

Wedding Waltz Personalized Art

A vintage-inspired poster will commemorate their big day in a decorative way. The personalized aspect will show you really went the extra mile.

The Classic Bundle

Eternity roses for a love that's eternal. This box set does roses three ways—it's basically three gifts in one.

Embroidered Cocktail Napkins

Next time they host a dinner party, they will be extra sophisticated pulling out these cocktail naps for hors d'oeuvres.

Mr. & Mrs. Muse Vase

On one side, it's a mustache. On the other, sculpted lips. Jonathan Adler takes the traditional vase and infuses it with ceramic mastery.

Mexico City

If you know where they are going on their honeymoon, get them a coffee table book that will remind them of their travels.

Celebration Wine Bowl

Custom engraving makes this wine bowl perfect for housing any and all leftover champagne from the festivities.

Kings Correspondence Card

A personalized notecard set with some new/shared initials is small but thoughtful.

Monogrammed Soap Set

Monogrammed soap belongs in powder rooms everywhere. These are a good price for something so special, too.

Cuddle Blanket

The blanket that will make their home infinitely cozier. Movie nights are getting an upgrade.

Just Married Wedding Favor Tins

Maybe you're looking for something to pair with a bigger gift or perhaps just a little token to pass along to the happy couple. These custom M&M's are a fan favorite.

Home Fragrance Diffuser

Infuse their home atmosphere with Diptyque's most iconic fragrance. We know you're tempted to scoop up one of these for yourself while you're at it.

AroMini BT Gift Set

Or alternatively, a waterless diffuser. Aromatech's is the home gift they didn't even know to put on their registry.

Glow Light

Casper's Glow Light is soft and soothing and perfect for upgrading any nightstand.

Linen Duvet Set

New linens are a classic registry add for a reason. Can't go wrong with Brooklinen's airy, neutral duvet set.

Treviso Candlesticks

Waterford crystal anything is going to make a good gift they can pass on later. A pair of candlesticks is perfectly useful in any house.

Live Edge Teak Wood Bath Caddy

For the couple that's all about self-care, this wood bath caddy is great for romanticized bubble baths and also for just keeping as decor.

Cedre 11 Candle

A Le Labo candle is a welcome gift for any couple for nearly any reason, weddings and beyond.

What to look for when going off-registry?

The most important thing to consider when going off-registry is the couple. This might seem obvious, but take a minute to think about who they are. Are they always trying the hottest restaurant in town? Then perhaps a gift card to try new spots will please. Or if they are more practical, then a donation to their honeymoon fund might be the way to go. When going off-registry, it's all about them and who they are.

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