A wedding on the calendar is always something to look forward to! But before you know it, it’s time to pick out an outfit for the celebration and find the perfect gift for the soon-to-be newlyweds!
With there being 643,000 searches for "wedding gifts" in the past month and an 89% increase in searches for "what do you buy for a wedding gift," online home store Wayfair UK has analysed Reddit data to uncover newlyweds' favourite wedding gifts and provide recommendations on what to consider buying if you’re off to a wedding soon!
The 50 best wedding gifts according to newlyweds After analysing multiple Reddit threads discussing ‘favourite wedding gifts received, Wayfair UK has revealed a list of the top 50 gifts to consider buying a soon-to-be wedded couple.
Cash
Slow Cookers
Air Fryer
Luggage
Kitchen Aid
Coffee Machine
Crockery - Bowls, Plates, Ceramics
Polaroid Camera
Blender
Personalised Napkins
Painting/Artwork
Knife Sets
Cutting Boards
Vacuum
Robot Vaccum
Bar Cart
Food Dehydrator
Glassware
Mixing Bowls
Measuring Cups
Fondue Pot
Laundry Basket
BBQ
Bath Towels
Bed Linen
Pizza Oven
Kettle and Toaster
Wine Fridge
Pasta Machine
Bread Maker
Cookbook
Towel Warmer
Meat Thermometer
Nintendo Switch
Vase
Christmas Ornaments
Cocktail Making Set
Picnic Basket
Pet Related Gifts - Artwork
Gift Cards - Restaurants
Wine Tasting Experience
Board Games
Foot Massager
Cool Box
Ice Maker
Keepsake Box
Preservation of Bride's Bouquet
Concert Tickets
Soda Stream
Mr and Mrs Mugs
Cash gifts are a favourite While many newlyweds appreciate specific gifts for their wedding, cash is a particularly popular choice. Many couples on Reddit shared their gratitude for receiving cash wedding gifts, with one saying, "Definitely cash. The money we received covered our honeymoon, which gave us memories we’ll always cherish," and another noting, "Cash is the answer. It allowed us to upgrade some of our furniture." Whilst some may argue it’s an impersonal gift, cash is an ideal option if you're unsure of what to buy, as it lets the couple choose exactly what they want or need.
Newlyweds are in need of kitchenware With 54% of the 50 best wedding gifts being kitchen-related items, whether this be gadgets or crockery, newlyweds are in need of kitchenware. With newlyweds saying, “My Kitchenaid stand mixer, hands down” and, “Not sentimental but really nice glassware (water glasses, stemless wine glasses, Pinot noir wine glasses) and an air fryer,” anything like an air fryer, slow cooker or some tableware will go down a treat on the big day!
Luggage proves to be a popular gift with newly wedded couples With newlyweds jetting off on honeymoons, luggage has become a highly sought-after gift. Many couples even say that new luggage was their "favourite" present. If you're attending the wedding of passionate travellers, quality luggage could be an excellent choice of present.
