We researched the best engagement gifts that are personalized, but also assist the couple in their big wedding day. Our list includes a hometown puzzle from L.L. Bean, a custom wine bottle label, and more. Here are the best engagement gifts for a couple. The designer uses denim jackets reconstructed from vintage or second-hand jackets to give each piece a unique, distressed look. From there, they use a nontoxic fabric toner to add customized details. Previous customers praise the quick turnaround, flawless finish, and community with the designer, who will allow you to proof the stamp beforehand for typos or font changes. The solution provided is gentle enough to use on most jewelry but tough enough to remove the grime that can build up over time. The cleaning solution is paired with a bristle brush for extra thorough cleaning and a soft polishing cloth for buffering. Her ring will be shining bright within minutes. The cloth-covered box features acid-free drawers, fabric bags, and envelopes that will keep items in pristine condition for years to come, as well as sticker labels to help things stay organized. Each box is finished with a hand-painted personalization, like first names, shared last name, or the wedding date.
Personalization
Adding a personal touch can turn the most traditional gift into something special. And the customization doesn’t have to be limited to names and initials: “Some of my favorite ideas include a personalized cutting board with the couple’s engagement date or a custom portrait from the day of their engagement,” says Etsy trend expert Dayna Isom Johnson. If you plan on personalizing your gift with names or dates, make sure to do your research first. For example, is the bride changing her name? Make sure to double-check the details of the wedding beforehand too.
Hobbies and Interests
If you’re purchasing an engagement gift for the couple, Johnson says you should consider their interests and hobbies. This way, you gift something that speaks to their relationship and something they can enjoy together. Items like games, sports gear, travel accessories, or cookware can provide years of fun for the couple, but Johnson is a big fan of gifting experiences. “What better way to celebrate their love than with an activity they can enjoy together?" she says.
Why Trust The Spruce?
Leah Rocketto has years of covering home content for various publications and sites. She also consulted Dayna Isom Johnson and Kate Murtaugh for their expertise on gift etiquette. Johnson is Etsy’s trend expert who has made a career out of knowing what will withstand the test of time and truly tug at the heartstrings. Murtaugh, principal and creative director of Kate Murtaugh Events & Design, has spent the last decade helping couples around New England plan every moment of their love story. In doing so, she has become an expert on all wedding-related etiquette, including the gift-giving process.
