Buying gifts for newlyweds can be an extremely difficult task. Especially if said newlyweds have tons of family and friends who will have already snatched up every household appliance, dinnerware set, and crystal glassware ensemble available on the required wish list. Since I’m one of those people who prefer to deviate from the norm and get my loved ones and friends gifts that are surprising, unexpected and memorable, I’m always on the lookout for great finds that can be wonderful gifts! So if you’re like me, and tired of trying to pick out the latest blender at Sears here’s my top 10 list of gift ideas for newlyweds. Not only will you save money, as none of the items listed are priced above $250 bucks, but you will also benefit from giving a gift that is from the heart and stands out from the rest.
1. Couple’s Genealogy Tree at Red Envelope. $120.
My first choice is an amazing Genealogy Tree available at Red Envelope, which is known for their signature gift ideas that are beautiful and timeless. The purpose of the tree is to bring two families together using a double tree frame that artfully displays a couple’s respective lineages. The genealogy tree comes with a set of two espresso-stained wooden frames and an ivory mounting board as well as 100 orange and red maple-shaped leaves in two sizes denoting maternal and paternal family members. This would be an amazing gift for any newlywed couple. It’s beautiful, exclusive and celebrates the joining of two families in such a wonderful way.
2. Brunch on a Yacht in New York. $70.
Secondly, I chose a truly signature gift, from you guessed it, Signature Days! Buy your newlywed friends a 2 hour romantic trip on an 82 foot sail boat. The trip consists of sailing on a yacht enjoying an unlimited brunch of pastries, cheeses, breads and champagne with the city as your view. My description shows New York City as the destination, but the great thing about this website, is that they are able to make this trip possible for almost every city near water. You can’t go wrong with this gift, especially if the newlywed couple your purchasing this trip for is too busy for a regular honeymoon. Here’s a chance to give them a romantic break from the city! There are tons of other Signature Days available as well, and believe me you’ll not only find a great gift for your friends but for yourself too!
3. Hot Balloon Rides (available in most major cities) at X-Perience Days. $220-$400.
My next choice, is Experience Days, which offers you a chance to buy your newlyweds friends an exciting trip, especially if they are the more adventurous type. The Hot Air Balloon Rides that are offered at this website are thrilling and exceptional. Your friends will love you after taking this trip watching the world glide gently by while they sip champagne and enjoy the serene, yet exciting journey. The flights usually begin at sunrise and what can be more romantic than that?
4. Personalized Photo Carved Lamp. Ranges from $100-$199, but definitely worth the price.
This next gift is so beautiful your friends will cherish it forever. Light Affection is able to crave an everlasting one of a kind piece base on any photo. The craved piece is made into any frame of your choice and is illuminated to create an amazing lighting experience. I recommend visiting this website immediately so that you can view their examples which are outstanding! Not only will a gift like this celebrate an amazing couple, but it also offers a unique way of displaying and preserving a photo.
5. Breakfast in Bed Gift Basket. $40.
When you are not sure what to get any newlywed couple, try a gift basket. Gift baskets are full of wonderful treats and surprises for any occasion and Wine Country Gift Baskets offers a wonderful Breakfast in Bed collection. This gift contains a wonderful assortment of gourmet delights to for breakfast. Old-fashioned pancake and waffle mix, gourmet apple maple breakfast syrup, Ghirardelli white mocha hot coffee drink mix, strawberry preserves, coffee, Canterbury cuisine tea and scone mix, honey, Ceylon tea in a wooden tea box and caramel cookies are brimming from this lovely folding serving tray. The newlyweds will also get a set of beautiful mugs and matching napkins to complete this eye-opening collection. Sounds too good to be true? Well, in this case it’s real!
6. His and Hers Silver Key Holders. $25.
This gift is so cute I just can’t get enough. “His & Hers” key holders come in both a male or female form, which is raised up against its zinc with chrome finish background forms an interesting design and clearly identifies who’s keys are whose! The key holder is supplied with its own unique key, which is then attached to your own set of keys. Just insert the key in the lock to keep your keys safe until you next need them. There’s no hook protruding from the wall, and your keys can’t be bumped to the floor. This gift is so unique, this design has actually won awards for its concept and execution. Plus, you can’t beat the price, especially when the key holders look much more expensive!
7. French Cooking Lessons for couples. $100-$250. Another pick from Signature Days, this one is for those newlyweds who love to cook as well as for those who don’t know how to! Let a personal chef come in and give a personal, professional cooking lesson for two. Each lesson results with a sit down dinner as well, so your lesson does not go to waste. Each student also receives a one-year subscription to Saveur Magazine, a canvas tote bag filled with a recipe book and samples, and entry for an end of the evening raffle. Bon appetit!
8. Personalized Oil Painting of Your Special Day. $130. Here’s another way to celebrate your newlywed friends marriage. With the help of My Davinci you can have a personalized oil painting done by a professional artist from any photograph of your choice. This wonderful website not only offers this amazing service, but you can also view the artwork online and modify it if there is anything you do not like in the online preview. This is a gift that keeps on giving and you might want to get your own personalized oil painting before you are done!
9. Beautiful Silk Wedding Keepsake Chest. $25.
Newlyweds will appreciate this elegant, lovely and simple gift This Keepsake chest has specially-designed drawers that holds items such as: wedding programs, invitations, wedding favors, their marriage license and of course, special photos. The chest also comes with an Ivory Silk Wedding Memory Book and Ivory Silk Guest Book. A frame on the cover of the keepsake box is perfect for placing their wedding photo as well. The price is incredible and so is the chest! Your friends will not be disappointed.
10. Picnic Backpack for Couples: $25.
Uncommon Goods is one of my favorite websites and catalog. Not only is it filled with uncommon gifts but you can find a gift at any price. I chose the Picnic Backpack for Couples, which an affordable gift that can be used over and over again. This sleek picnic backpack makes it easy for two to dine on a wonderful date in the par. The secure sling-style strap is designed for comfort during those treks to the ideal lunch location, while cleverly designed pockets hold everything you need. An exterior pocket secures complete place settings for two; plates, utensils, cups and napkins, along with a wine key and the large interior pocket is insulated to keep your meal warm and your wine chilled. The backpack also includes a cell phone pocket on the strap and an outer mesh pocket to provide spots to stash all other necessary items. A fun gift that your newlywed friends should enjoy many times over.
Hopefully my list offers many different choices on gifts for newlyweds that are unique, unexpected and memorable. The great thing about most of the websites and catalogs referenced above is that they not only offer the gifts I’ve described but many more! My choices vary but they will at least make the usually nerve racking gift buying experience one you can enjoy and use not only for newlyweds, but for every other occasion that comes up!
