When it comes to gifts, it’s true that it’s the thought that counts. But for two people who are starting a new life and building a new home, you may want to give something that they can use and appreciate. Although gift giving is not mandatory, but if you are giving a gift to the newly wed couple, you might as well give something that is useful, creative and something you know they will appreciate.
This list features wedding gifts that are useless and offensive. This will give you an idea of what NOT to get for the newly weds:
1. Home Décor
Just because you love ceramic figurines doesn’t mean that the couples will love them, too. Couples definitely want to arrange their home, according to the design they want. Giving them something that they may not want to put in their new home is totally a no-no. A wedding gift should be something that the couples will truly enjoy having. Don’t give them something that only collects dust.
2. Baby Paraphernalia
Yes, getting married is the start of having a new family, but giving them baby gifts and items isn’t appropriate, despite your best intentions. You don’t really know the plans of the newlyweds. Perhaps, they don’t want to have kids yet, and just want to enjoy their time alone with each other for a while. Make sure to give them something that they will truly love.
3. Kinky Gifts
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There are some things that couples should buy for themselves. This includes lingerie and sexy accessories. Some people, especially those who are very conservative might find gifts containing these items rude and insulting. Give them something that they will appreciate.
4. Pet
As much as the couples love pets, they are not considered a great gift for weddings. Newlywed couples will be thinking about their honeymoon and plans on how to start a new home, and not on how to raise a new pet. You don’t want to give them something that will distract them from doing the things that are most important for them.
5. Distasteful Artwork
An ugly piece of artwork is definitely a big no-no for a wedding gift. Even though you consider the painting as a work of art, the couple may think it otherwise. Everyone has their own unique taste, especially in art. And just because you love the painting doesn’t mean that the couples will appreciate them, too.
6. Books
Unless the couples are a book lover, books are not great wedding gifts. So instead of spending your hard-earned cash for books that might just be stashed in the attic, give them something that can be useful as they start their new life together.
7. Candlesticks
Candlesticks are no longer a trend these days, so definitely they are not a good gift option. In addition, they are too large to display in the couple’s home, which is not practical, especially for couples with smaller dwelling.
8. Heavy Crystal Bowl
Even though it’s beautiful and expensive, a bowl like this is still not considered a great wedding gift. This kind of wedding present does nothing but collect dust. In addition, this kind of gift just gives the couples something to worry about as it can easily be broken.
9. Picture Frames
In this modern age, picture frames are no longer considered an acceptable gift. Most people today don’t print pictures any longer. So instead of spending cash for presents like this, just think about something that the couples can use and enjoy.
10. Concert Tickets
As generous as it sounds, giving rock concert tickets for couples who love pop music is definitely the worst wedding gift ever. Going to a crowded place with people screaming everywhere is definitely not the best honeymoon venue for newly wed couples. You should be smart when choosing gifts like this. Unless they love the show, don’t book them for a surprise concert.
Sure, anything can be given to couples, but do it to a point to give them something they will truly love and appreciate. If you don’t have any idea what to give, the best and safe advice is to buy something from their wedding registry.
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– Edralynn C. Chan
