What do you buy for a young couple getting married who already have a house?

Question

my brother is getting married tomorrow week, and I haven't a clue what to buy him for his wedding, he already has his own house so can't buy any house items as he has them all. He's 27 (but 28 two days after the wedding) and she's 25. any ideas?

Answer 1

I would just give them cash

Answer 2

it may be slightly cheeky but weve just asked everyone for money...... to pay off the honeymoon

Answer 3

Vouchers....spending money for the Honeymoon.....there are companies online where you can pay money for adventures....A friend of mine went to hawaii for her honeymoon and we all pledged money to this site and they could then book trips like swimming with dolphins, pony trekking...things like that.

Answer 4

for them to get something they want just ask her.  Let her know you do not want to give a certificate so what would she like in this price range.  Pots and pans, dishes, towels, nice picture since she is moving in with him i guess.  Then you know she will like and use it.

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Answer 5

a day out quad biking? A day out white water rafting?  A Voucher for a home store?

Answer 6

just an idea. we are getting married in four weeks time. we are like your brother too. we have everything we need. so we have asked for holiday vouchers so we can have good family holiday next year. good luck

Answer 7

Do they have a registry? If not, I suggest cash or a gift card to home depot or something like that.

Answer 8

Hi friend

durin ths period of time, cash is important

maybe just give a "red packet" of cash and let him manage it himself

Answer 9

I know people won't come out and say it, but really, people want cash/money.  

I would reccomend, especially for such a young couple, any of the following:

1)  Cash

2)  Check

3)  Gift Card

4)  Donation to their favorite charity

Whatever you do, I'm sure your being there means a lot to the couple.  Have fun!

Cheers,

~ Josette ~

Answer 10

Sometimes it's not the things we need that are precious to us but the things that are given which hold sentimental value and meaning. What about an ornament of a couple holding each other or an ornament of doves, a picture of something that has special memories for them for one of their walls.

Answer 11

money

Answer 12

Gift vouchers.

Answer 13

If they haven't registered for presents, then they might not want any. Ask your brother if he and his bride-to-be are registered anywhere. If not, ask him what he needs. Everyone in my family loves the booze, so if I were you, I'd probably just buy a very expensive bottle of wine or scotch.

Answer 14

Maybe get them all those little extra things couples dont get for themselves at first... Such as camping equipment, beach equipment, Picnic stuff.... Basically novelty stuff that someone doesnt use often but they would once in a while.

Answer 15

Why not ask them if they need anything. Maybe they have seen something in a shop that they like and you could give them vouchers towards it.

Answer 16

Money, judging by the comments I have read here, is the only accetable wedding present. And make darn good sure it is a lot of money.

Answer 17

I would get them, gift vouchers, that way they can buy what they want or need! Sit them inside champagne glasses, with a bottle of champagne, in a really nice gift bag, make it really special by adding, good luck charms & ribbons onto the bag, things they can take off and keep! That's what i would do.

Answer 18

How about a voucher for bathroom gear like towels or even bedroom gear. Everyone always needs new sheets & towels...

Answer 19

Take it from someone who is 20, married & just bought their first home! Get them a gift certificate for a home store. Like Sears, or JCPennys, Pier 1... Target is a great choice. Let me tell you.. those are the BEST gifts I recieved. I got to buy what I wanted & decorated my house. !! Maybe they need new sheets or a certain lamp that they want. I mean something fancy that they want. They can get with a gift card.

Hope this helps

Answer 20

It depends on what kind of sister you are.  

If you're the mostly distant sister who is going to support her brother, then go to Home Depot and buy something.

However, if you *really* care about him, and you want to show you're an amazing sister, get them a wedding gift that's truly personal!  

You don't have to give it to them on their wedding, though that would be nice.  It's better late and decent than something you picked up on the way for 20 bucks.

Your brother is getting married, and it's not likely to happen again.  Make it something special.  As an example, my friend got married in May and I bought them a Mezuzah (Jewish religious item).  Her father (who had recently passed) was Jewish, so I was allowing her to keep some of her faith in their new Christian marriage.

Obviously, that doesn't work for everyone, but SURELY there's something personal you can do for him.  Your brother won't care, nor will he remember if you buy him a bath robe, or a salt shaker, or a knife set.

Here's some unique ideas (Choose one, a few, or come up with some similar ones on your own)

1. Give some cash to the Best Man and tell him to tell your brother that "Sis wanted to make sure you had a friggin awesome bachelor party, so she kicked in some cash."

2. A personal letter from you to the couple.  Tell them how happy you are for them and how happy you are to have her in the family.  This note will be treasured by both.

3. A Dyson vacuum cleaner or a KitchenAid mixer.  These two will be in his house for at least 20 years.  The option is, however, pricey.

4. Throw in some awesome stuff for the honeymoon.  This might be some extra nice bottle of champagne, another night at their destination, some nice clothes for him to wear on vacation with his new bride?

5. A hand-crafted item.  Nothing shows you care more than a hand-knit throw blanket, or a hand painted picture.  If you have any artistic or other such talent, put it to use!

6. A Pocket Watch personally engraved from you to your brother.  You can give his wife an engraved locket if you want to get something matching for both.

7. A Fake Christmas Tree!  They probably don't have one yet... hahaha

As I said, he's your BROTHER, you only have so many of them.  Save the lame Wedding gifts for "acquaintances" and get your Bro something he deserves.

Answer 21

gift basket for honeymoon, cooking, wine, ect

money

gift cards

Answer 22

we had our house when we got married so asked people not to buy presents however people gave us vouchers and currency for our honeymoon and we bought things for the garden and house as there is always something to buy to update a property.