The Wedding Grooming Primer
How to look your best whether you're the groom, a groomsman or just a guest.
Weddings abound this time of year, which means you've got a choice. You can either shop from the registry or go rogue. It's up to you (and your signifiant other). Sometimes it's just simpler to check the registry and purchase something in that $50 to $200 range, depending on how close you are to the bride or groom. But sometimes, the registry has already been ransacked. Or they're one of those "cool couples" that like just, isn't about registering for gifts, you know? Whatever the circumstance, if you find yourself in need of a good wedding gift, here are some fine options that any couple would be happy to receive. Clever, useful or indulgent items and experiences—the kind that people aren't usually willing to spend on themselves.
Cast iron skillet,
$100 by The Field Company
7-Piece carbon knife block,
$259.99 by Schmidt Brothers
Aluminum edition carry-on,
$495 by Away
Monthly coffee subscription,
from $60 by Atlas Coffee Club
Smart hub charger,
$44.99 by Native Union
These handsome, fast-drying towels are a fresh update on a classic gift
Waffle weave towel set,$156 / $134.98 by Onsen
Voice-controlled smart speaker,
$199 by Sonos
Pour over coffee set,
$99 by Fellow
Unlimited storage, facial recognition and the ability to upload pics from your smartphone
Smart digital frame,
$299 by Aura
V6 Animal cord-free vacuum,$499.99 / $279.99 by Dyson
Cookbook cooking classes for two,
$75 at Williams Sonoma
Bluetooth wireless turntable,
$179 by Audio-Technica
Live edge walnut cutting board,$95 / $64.98 by Farmhouse Pottery
The Casper pillow,$65 / $58.50 by Casper
A devilish way to include a little Vera Wang into the wedding
Crystal decanter,
$130 by Vera Wang x Wedgwood
Learning smart thermostat,$250 / $234.99 by Nest
Linen sheet set,$396 / $259.98 by Matteo
Raven tea kettle,
$79 by Fellow
Recycled cotton throw,
$170 by Happy Habitat
Personalized sipping tequila,
$285 by Casa Dragones
Wood pellet pizza oven,
$299 by Uuni
According to The Knot, married couples said that their favorite gifts were big-ticket items purchased by a group of their friends. They would most likely never be able to afford those luxuries on their own. And if they've registered for an item that's out of your price range, ask your friends to chip in with you.
6-Quart programmable pressure cooker,$150 / $99.96 by Instant Pot
According to The Knot, married couples said that their favorite gifts were big-ticket items purchased by a group of their friends. They would most likely never be able to afford those luxuries on their own. And if they've registered for an item that's out of your price range, ask your friends to chip in with you.