By Rachel Nott

Published: Monday, 25 July 2022 at 12:00 am


Buying a wedding present should be a pleasurable experience but it can be tricky when you maybe only know one half of the couple getting married, they don’t have a wedding list, and you aren’t totally sure what their aesthetic style is. We’ve put together an eclectic mix of ideas ranging from £31 to £600, so you’re bound to find something in this little lot that suits every budget and every taste.


Wedding Gifts Under £50


Georg Jensen Salt Cellar

This sculptural object is inspired by Japanese cherry blossom petals and is the epitome of Scandinavian minimalism. Pair with some Himalayan pink salt for the perfect gift.

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Buy the Bloom salt cellar and spoon for £31.20 from Georg Jensen


White Company Heart Board

You can never have too many boards or serving dishes, and this marble board in a cute heart shape is perfect for newlyweds. Made in India, it can be used as a chopping board and for display purposes and will age beautifully over time.

 

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Buy the marble heart board for £35 from The White Company


Oliver Bonas Heart Bowls

This set of three bowls in pleasing peachy pink is handy for serving nibbles with celebratory drinks.

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Buy Amara heart bowls for £34.50 from Oliver Bonas 


Harris & Jones Photo Album

These patterned photo albums are handmade to your own requirements and will look great on a coffee table, filled with wedding or honeymoon snaps. You can choose to have the spine personalised to create an extra-special present. The album is covered in Chiyogami, a beautiful silkscreen paper from Japan.

 

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Buy a patterned photo album for £38 from Harris & Jones


Tinsmiths Mark Hearld Curio Box

This charming box is ideal for postcards, love notes, shells from the beach, you name it! Covered in Mark Hearld’s classic Ferdinand Pichard paper, this is a box to pop on display.

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Buy Mark Hearld Ferdinand Pichard curio box for £39 from Tinsmiths


Sophie Conran Napkin Rings

Splashes of fresh green tones will add instant elegance to a beautiful dining table. Napkin rings are often things you wouldn’t buy for yourself so these make unusual but very pretty presents.

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Buy Pizarro napkin rings for £42 from Sophie Conran


Wedding Gifts Under £100

Landmark Trust Vouchers

Landmark Trust is a wonderful charity preserving historic buildings for the future and decorating them sympathetically to make them comfortable boltholes often in gorgeous surroundings all across the UK and beyond. Treat the happy couple to a voucher (they are sold in increments of £25) so they can pick a special weekend away in one of these amazing buildings.

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Buy Landmark Trust vouchers from £25 each


The Newt’s Scented Gift Box

If you haven’t discovered The Newt in Somerset, you’re in for a treat! This special place near trendy Bruton is a working estate, consisting of a luxury hotel and beautifully managed gardens. You can sample many of The Newt’s homegrown delights, from ciders to fresh produce. We love this sweet-smelling set of soap, body wash, lotion and body butter and think the design will complement any bathroom.

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Buy Scents of The Newt Heliotrope gift box for £55 from The Newt in Somerset


LSA International Vase

A striking vase elevates even the simplest bunch of flowers and this one from LSA International looks the business.

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Buy the Pleat vase for £60 from LSA International


Jo Malone London Reed Diffuser

A beautifully scented home is a happy home and this mood-enhancing scent is sure to be a welcome addition to any pad.

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Buy the Jo Malone London limited-edition Wild Bluebell scent surround reed diffuser for £68 from John Lewis & Partners


Vera Wang for Wedgwood Toasting Flutes

Delicately embellished, these silver plated flutes will make a lovely gift that feels very fitting for newlyweds.

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Buy Vera Wang Love Knots toasting flutes for £80 from Wedgwood


Fortnum’s Personalised Champagne

Laurent Hostomme produces Fortnum’s Blanc de Blancs Champagne from his vineyards in the Grand Cru region of Chouilly. This magnum of champagne made from 100% chardonnay aged for three years can be personalised with a message for the couple.

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Buy Fortnum’s personalised Blanc de Blancs Champagne magnum, Hostomme, 150cl for £91.50 from Fortnum & Mason


Wedding Gifts Under £150

White Company Seychelles Hamper

Ideal for a honeymoon in the sun, this gorgeous hamper is filled with aromatic treats as fresh as an ocean breeze: an eau de toilette, bath and shower gel, body lotion, home spray and diffuser.

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Buy Seychelles hamper for £120 from The White Company


Amara Olive Branch Serving Spoons

Imagine the newlyweds feasting their eyes on these gleaming beauties! Tastefully glamorous, they’d elevate any simple salad…

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Buy Michael Aram Serving Set for £126 from Amara


Bristol Artisan Tulsi Robes

Block-printed and naturally dyed, these cotton robes are full-length and lightweight. Although one size, they would fit sizes 6-16.

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Buy Tulsi robes £65 or £130 for two at The Bristol Artisan  


The Fortmason Hamper

Give the couple a feast to remember with this sumptuous hamper filled to the brim with F&M classic goodies, from melt in the mouth cheddar sables to zesty marmalade.

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Buy The Fortmason Hamper for £130 from Fortnum & Mason


Seletti Bird Lamp

A real showstopper, this quirky bird lamp from Seletti is sure to delight style mavens.

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Buy Seletti bird lamp for £133 from Selfridges


Atlantic Blankets Picnic Blanket

Everyone needs a smart picnic blanket, and this one ticks all the boxes with its easy roll and fasten leather strap. It’s 100% wool with a waterproof backing.

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Buy a wool picnic blanket for £140 from Atlantic Blankets


Wedding Gifts Under £200


Georg Jensen Pitcher

A sculptural jug like this should take centre stage in any kitchen or on a dresser. How incredible would this be as a wedding gift?

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Buy the Bernadotte Pitcher for £165 from Georg Jensen


Cutlery Set from Heal’s

An elegant set of cutlery is a thoughtful gift for anyone setting up house for the first time and this classic-looking stainless steel set comes in an attractive presentation box.

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Buy Charingworth Fiddle 42-piece cutlery set for £175 from Heal’s


Smythson Travel Journal

Gilt-edged and covered in an attractive crossgrain lambskin, a travel journal this special is ideal for honeymoon memories.

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Buy Off the Beaten Track travel journal for £180 from Smythson


Le Creuset Casserole

Classic Le Creuset never goes out of fashion, and a cast-iron casserole is a kitchen staple that everyone should own. Orange is the traditional colour choice but there are many others to pick from if you know the happy couple’s kitchen colours.

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Buy Le Creuset Casserole for £185 from Le Creuset


Thames Lido Swim, Massage & Meal

A proper pamper session at Thames Lido in Reading (or its sister lido in Bristol) followed by a delicious meal overlooking the serene pool is the ultimate wedding gift for two.

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Buy Swim, Massage & Meal for £190 (£95 per person) from Thames Lido


Harvey Nichols Wedding Hamper

Hampers make brilliant gifts for any occasion and, as you’d expect from Harvey Nicks, this one has a stellar line-up.This wicker hamper contains Laurent-Perrier rose Champagne, two bottles of premium wine, plus a host of sweet and savoury snacks.

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Buy the Wedding Hamper for £190 from Harvey Nichols


Wedding Gifts Over £200


Diptyque Electric Diffuser

Ultrasonic diffusers are all the rage, releasing delicious vapour into the room, delicately scenting the air and creating an uplifting or calming mood. This one from Diptyque is pretty special. It looks stylish and is simple to use, you just pop in a neat capsule of Diptyque scent and you’re ready to go!

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Buy Un Air de Diptyque Electric Diffuser for £240 from Liberty


Sophie Conran Dinner Service

A clean white dinner service is always stylish and we love this fluted 18-piece set from Sophie Conran.

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Buy Dappled White Fluted Dining Set for £245 from Sophie Conran


Virgin Hot Air Balloon Sunrise Ride

How romantic is a balloon ride at dawn, gliding over rooftops and trees? This flight from Virgin Experience Days is available in 100 locations so you’re bound to find one near the happy couple’s home. This 60-minute sunrise adventure will be one to treasure.

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Buy a Hot Air Ballon Sunrise Flight for Two for £260 from Virgin Experience Days


Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Machine

Those who can’t get through a to-do list without copious amounts of coffee will love this chic little number. It makes perfect lattes every time and will look high-end in any kitchen.

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Buy Nespresso Creatista Plusfor £329.95 from John Lewis & Partners


White Company Pure Cashmere Throw

Cashmere is one of the most luxury natural fibres around and this beautifully soft throw is a gorgeous way to smarten up a bedroom pronto. It oozes low-key glamour and is a perfect wedding gift for style-savvy couples.

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Buy Pure Cashmere Throw for £365 from The White Company


Smeg Dolce and Gabbana Toaster

For artistic and fashionista types, this toaster from Smeg, decorated in bold Dolce and Gabbana patterning, is the ultimate in pretty as well as practical appliances. We can’t get enough and we’re sure it would delight anyone with a keen eye for design.

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Buy the Dolce and Gabbana four-slice toaster for £599.95 from Smeg