Weddings are wonderful occasions, a time to celebrate the union of two special people and if you are one of those who hate having to choose a suitable wedding gift, you have come to the right place, as we present a few cool wedding gift ideas.
Elegant picnic hamper – While you could buy the lucky couple something to use in the house, they’ll always remember you when they are camping and everything they need is in the hamper; the best are not cheap but they think of everything! Unbreakable wine glasses, a wine cooler bag, elegant cutlery and crockery; search online and you’ll be amazed and probably will order an extra one for yourself!
Wedding anniversary journal – A classic traditional bound journal for the couple to record each year as it passes and when they hit their 50th, the journal will be a treasure to cherish well into their retirement. Google can take you to a supplier; take a few photos of the bride and groom tailor made wedding suits and put them on the cover! On the topic of wedding attire, you could commission a leading Sydney tailor to make you a suit that you can wear to weddings as a guest.
Couple spa vouchers – These are always welcome for the newlyweds; they get to choose the when and where, with a choice of many 5-star luxury spa retreats and there is no expiry date. There are a few Aussie providers and Google can help you find them.
Experience gifts – There are other ‘experience gifts’ that couples love to receive; you could present them with a 12,000 ft double tandem skydive, now that would be a special gift for an adventurous couple! If they ride horses, why not set up a weekend in Hunter Valley that includes a few rides through stunning trails? The vouchers are flexible so it will fit in with their schedule; it could be part of the honeymoon, which would be perfect.
Cheese board – Handcrafted with a personal message carved into one corner, a hardwood cheese board comes with a high-quality knife that slides into a slot on the side. Here are a few pros and cons of arranging an outdoor wedding, in case you are planning your big day.
Set of Japanese kitchen knives – The lucky couple will love such a gift; quality kitchen knives last a lifetime and you would be hard-pressed to find a more useful gift. Google will take you to a site where you can place your order and you might even want a set for your own kitchen!
Of course, if the bride and groom send out a gift list, this makes things a lot easier; all of the above ideas are all available from online suppliers. You know the couple well, so it shouldn’t be too difficult to choose something they will both love.
Online shopping can really save the day and you enjoy the same consumer rights as when you shop in a mall.