Owambe 103: Top 15 wedding gifts every couple would love

Weddings are a big deal in this part of the world. The preparations start months, sometimes years before the D day. Depending on the financial capacity of both families the wedding could be done in a day, 2 or sometimes 3 days.

Every aspect of attending a wedding needs proper planning. How to behave, how to look and of course what to get for the couple is super essential.

You need to keep a few things in mind before buying wedding gifts for friends or family. Wedding gifts are different from birthday gifts as it’s not a once in a year affair, but a once in a lifetime deal. Your gift has to be special and important, just anything would not do.

Research! take your time to study the couple together or separately. You’ll need time figuring out what the two of them would like or need, so take your time, don’t get quick and clumsy gifts. You might not know one of the recipients so well, ask questions subtly - you don’t want to ruin your surprise - If you don’t intend to surprise them, you can ask them outrightly what they would love.

There are some very cliché wedding gifts - cooking spoon, cutlery set, pots, kettle, plastic bucket and bowls, coolers - that you might want to avoid. Hey! I am not saying some of this gifts are not useful, but there is a 90% probability the couple has gotten this basic stuff themselves or many other people will already be gifting the couple these cliche gifts.

Please no baby stuff, take your baby bath and the likes when you are going to a baby shower or naming ceremony. The couples are just starting out, it’s only common sense to give them things they would love or need at the moment.

Also, you need to make sure that the gift is aesthetically pleasing, yet useful.

Below are 15 wedding gifts every couple will surely love

1.Washing machine

Every newlywed deserve this. The couple will surely thank you. There are different sizes and price range to suit your pocket.

2. Dishwasher

There is nothing as lovely as clean dishes you don’t have to wash yourself. The bride especially will appreciate this gift and remember you everytime they finish eating

3. Matching pair of wrist watches

Couples watches also make a great wedding gift that shows thoughtfulness. His and hers matching watches come in a variety of designs, you could get a pair that suits the couple’s distinct nature.

4. Digital photo frame

It’s a great gift idea for close friends or family members of yours. It is fun for the couple to look back at their wedding on a countertop or table.

5. Bar tools and ice bucket set

This is perfect for a party couple. You know Parties are just so much more fun when you have all the right tools. This set includes tongs, a strainer, a spoon, a jigger and a bottle opener - all the accessories you need to create the ultimate cocktail.

6. All expense paid honeymoon

This is a super thoughtful gift. Who doesn’t love a free trip? You could just ask the couple what they are planning for their honeymoon and volunteer to pay for it.

7. Customized pillows

This is definitely a thoughtful and romantic gift. You could embed the couple’s picture, initials, names or just puts endearments.

8. Customized duvet

This is a lovely wedding gift idea for newlyweds. Perfect for bedroom decoration. Choose designs that fit the couple’s persona.

9. Marble Chess Game

Suitable for intellectual game loving couples, treat them to a luxe, modern version of their favorite chess set. Game nights would be exquisite because of you!

10. Matching spa bathrobes

Give them the five-star hotel treatment from the comfort of their home with matching couple’s robes, and the newlyweds can also sport these matching fuzzies wherever their honeymoon takes them.

11. Pay for something

you could volunteer to pay for the venue, food, drinks, wedding cake, DJ or life band. this might not be creative but will surely be appreciated. And trust me when I say, you are taking some load off the couple

12. Cash

Let’s not forget cold, hard cash. It might not be creative or cute, but it’s always appreciated. You can’t go wrong with some naira. To make it personal, however, write a thoughtful, sincere note to go along with the practical gift!

13. Prepay for cleaning service

whether you pay for a week, a month or a year the recipient will surely appreciate this. They won’t have to jump into chores immediately after their honeymoon

14. Scented candles

Nothing speaks romance like scented candles. Get the ones with a soft and delicate fragrance, preferably vanilla. You could even go the extra mile to customize them.

15. Mr and Mrs mug set

Can you imagine, the morning after a rainy season wedding the happy couple will make themselves a nice cup of tea, put their feet up and just relax after weeks of stress? Now can you imagine being part of that lovely moment when you gift them a Mr and Mrs mug set?