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5 Great Gifts Guaranteed to Stand Out Among Boring,
                  Everyday Wedding Gifts

When it comes to wedding gifts there are dozens of
great gifts which wouldn't normally register on anyone's
gift-giving radar. These are unique gifts anyone would
love to receive. And appreciate. Yet most gifters give
the ordinary - even the usual - things. Like toasters,
blenders, kitchen gadgets, for example. Check out the
gifts listed below and guaranteed you'll never again
think about giving a wedding gifts so utilitarian.

These 5 gifts will absolutely stand out among the
boring ones. And that's what makes them so special.
So perfect.

1. Choose something expensive from their gift
      registry.

Let's face it. Anything listed on the expensive end of
any couple's gift registry list is simply wishful thinking
on their part. While they hope someone will purchase
one of those items, it's likely noone will simply because
of the price. Yet they'd be ecstatic if someone did.

If it's impossible for you to buy one, on your own, per-
haps you can organize with several other family members
or friends. Dividing the cost by the number participating,
will greatly reduce the amount each pays. Plus just think
how excited the couple will be. Receiving one of their
dream gifts.

2. Invest in starting a wine collection for them.

Today, people are marrying a second time, or marrying
later. Having organized most of their wants or needs
already. On the other hand, if they're a young couple,
it's likely they won't have the cash to invest in starting
a wine collection.

Regardless of what point the couple is at, starting up a
wine collection may just be the perfect - and most
remembered - gift they ever receive. It's a gift which can
easily be added to over the years by friends and family;
or them. On holidays and special occasions. Not to
mention it's a far more romantic gift than a blender.

3. Have Their Wedding Invitation Framed.

While everyone always thinks of the usual photos in
a frame most never give a thought to having the
couple's invitation framed. Yet it's one of the most
important items a couple has to remember this very
special day.

Have the invitation framed in a beautiful silver frame.
Surrounded by a colorful matte reminiscent of the bride's
colors. A similar gift would be a tri-fold frame. Where the
invitation is set into the center frame; a formal wedding
photo on one side and a casual photo of the couple on
the other. A simple, yet very thoughtful gift. Which will
always be appreciated

4. Expensive Linens.

Find out what their bedroom colors are from the bride's
sister or mother. Then find a place which carries lush,
expensive linens. Made with something like Egyptian
cotton, for example. Some beautiful, relaxing linens,
with a high thread count and smooth finish, are a
decadent gift for anyone.

However, one sheet can cost one hundred dollars & more;
a set with flat, fitted, and pillow cases can cost in the
neighborhood of $500. This may be one of those times
when you'll want to share the cost with others. In that
case, you may also want to throw in 2 expensive pillows,
too. Another thoughtful, yet utilitarian gift. Which will
last for years.

5. Send a romantic gift basket to the hotel they'll be
      staying at on their honeymoon.

While this gift will be greatly appreciated, it need not
be too pricey. Choose such items as candles, a bottle of
wine - or champagne - chocolates, and some gourmet
goodies. Plus 2 wine glasses. Have the basket filled
with delectable snacks they can enjoy. Without ever
having to leave the room or spend the money to order.
What couple wouldn't want that? Noone we know.hink of.

          Is Money an Acceptable or Impersonal
                             Never-Give Gift?

Regardless what you may have heard, money has always
been a highly acceptable wedding gift. although there are
those who may not agree, there are far more who realize
the importance of giving a newly married couple a gift of
money.

For some, giving money isn't really giving a gift. Some
consider giving money impersonal or rude. Uncreative. The
height of thoughtlessness. Preferring to give something
tangible, the couple can actually use.

That said, money is still an excellent gift to give. For
many reasons.

Often the couple may have other more important needs
you're unaware of. They might be saving for a home, new
car, furniture. Planning to pay off bills, for example.

Perhaps the money would go toward organizing a honey-
moon they otherwise may not have been able to afford.
Pocket money for splurging on a great dinner or two; par-
ticipating in fun things on their honeymoon. Taking a well
deserved vacation at a later date.

On the other hand, it's rude for a couple to ask for cash.
Guests should always have the option of choosing what
they give as a gift. If giving cash seems a bit impersonal,
put some cash in the wedding envelope you plan to give
and attach it to a beautiful frame, some wine glasses, a
simple kitchen gardget, for instance. You can be sure,
whatever choice you make, your gift of money will be
greatly appreciated.

            Romantic Wedding Gifts a Bride and
                   Groom are Sure to Love

You've put off buying a gift. But the wedding is fast
approaching. What do you give them? Whatever it is,
you want it to be unique and thoughtful. Not just the
same old no brainer blender or serving platter others
will surely give.

If you're in a quandry, it's time to start radically thinking
outside the proverbial gift box. To overlook, entirely, any-
thing for the kitchen, or the house (unless you've read
the article above).

Depending on how well you know the couple, how close
you are, here's several wonderful, romantic gifts. Sure to
be remembered.

Upgrading tickets for the flight to their honeymoon
destination.

Ask parents of the bride what commercial airline they're
taking. Get the info, then upgrade them from general
seating to first class. Prices will vary depending on the
airline.

Remember, first class provides more personal attention;
sometimes better food; some free drinks. Especially if
they know the couple is newly married. This is a wonder-
ful way to help the couple get off to a good start.

A night, or two, to remember in a luxurious hotel room
or bridal suite.

Spring for one or two nights in a lavish hotel. The bridal
suite if you can afford it. Check with the bride's mother,
or maid of honor, for details of their trip. Then go online
to the hotel they're staying at, and upgrade them. Make
sure the hotel notifies the couple. Or personally hand
them a wedding card, including the info. At the reception.
A wonderful wedding gift you may want to organize and
share the cost of with others.

Gift Certificate, or Gift Card for dinner at a trendy
restaurant.

The just-married couple may have been so busy with
wedding details they may have neglected to put some
serious thought into dining on their honeymoon. This
is a chance for you to jump in and provide them not
only with a delicious meal, but an evening to remember.

Many popular restaurants have locations in trendy, vaca-
tion-oriented areas. Making it easy to buy gift cards or
certificates. Include the info in a wedding card you hand
them at the reception. Along with instructions.

If the restaurant you choose doesn't offer cards, purchase
Mastercard or Visa. With enough money on the card to
include dinner, drinks and tip.

Tickets for functions while honeymooning.

Having spent tons of money on the wedding and reception
the couple may have little extra cash left for theaters and
museums or sporting events, for example. The only
requirement, here, is knowing what type events they enjoy.
Then go online and purchase appropriate tickets.

Here's some examples:

* Theater tickets
* Museum
* Guided tours
* Packaged deal bus or boat tours
* Parks, reserves
* Trips/tours to local areas of interest
* Sports events

Be sure to send for, or download from the site, a local
guidebook. Tuck some pocket money into the guidebook,
along with the tickets. Hand it to them at the
reception.

Every couple wants a memorable honeymoon. Help them
achieve that with tickets to events which may very well
become the highlight of their trip.

          Are Wedding Gift Baskets Appropriate
                                or Passe'?

Our research shows wedding gift baskets are still great
gifts to give. Still appropriate. And still well received.
Though gift givers rarely consider this thoughtful gift.
Beautifully arranged gift baskets, thoughtfully organized
with the couple in mind, are always welcome gifts.

Here's a few examples:

Baskets can be elegant: A basket with a bottle of cham-

pagne, or sparkling cider, 2 champagne flutes, a set of
decorated wedding candles, and gourmet chocolates. Is

a gift the couple can enjoy when they return from their

honeymoon.

Baskets can be dinner-oriented: Include the makings

for a gourmet meal. For instance, an Italian meal. With

bread sticks; a package of unique pasta and sauce; a

bottle of Chianti or wine they enjoy; dessert. Plus 2

long stemmed wine glasses.

Baskets can be casual: When it comes to casual, you

can include almost anything. From unique and spicy

snacks to chips and dip, nuts and pretzels, wine and

cheese, gourmet sausages. A bottle of sparkling juice

or cider.

First night together basket: When the excitement of the

wedding day is over, it's time for the couple to head home

and relax before heading off on the honeymoon. This is

time for an intimate celebration of their own. Sharing de-

lectable goodies such as gourmet chocolates, crackers and

cheese, toffee peanuts, dipping pretzels. Along with a

bottle of champagne, their favorite wine or drink. Be sure

to include wine glasses.

Also:

* Wine Baskets with cheese and crackers

* Gourmet Candy Basket
* Gourmet Cookie Basket

* Grill'in Basket - with the fixings for a great barbecue

* Gourmet Picnic Basket - (depending on the time of year)
* Relaxation / Massage Basket

If you know the couple well enough, you'll easily find, or

create a thoughtful gift basket, they'll appreciate, and

enjoy.

Create a Personal Gift the Couple Will Enjoy

Forever Yet Costs Little or Nothing

Gift givers often underestimate the importance of person-

alized gifts. Not just gifts engraved with the couples

name and the date of the wedding. But gifts organized by

family and friends. Created just for them.

For instance:

Organize a book of favorite family recipes.

Gather up and organize a book of favorite recipes. Contri-

buted by various family members and friends. Set up the

book by grouping. Such as breakfast, dinner, special

occasions, desserts, holiday meals.

Place a photo of each contributor beside the receipe they
contributed. Take new family photos and include them.

Have family members write out cooking messages in the

book. Add in recipe cards. Photos of completed recipes.

(or cutouts of similar foods from magazines.)

This is a wonderful gift the couple can regularly enjoy.

Cooking together nightly or weekly. Re-creating a special

meal for a family gathering or holiday.

Have the book printed. Then bound.

Create a scrapbook of their relationship.

It's likely you'll find many family members and friends with

photos of the couple. As the years slide by, having a

wonderful collage in a scrapbook, with photos and re-

membrances of the early days of their relationship, along

with some photos of family and friends, is a gift which will

be cherished forever.

Find a unique scrapbook at a local scrapbooking store. Pick

up some colorful, and appropriate, stamps and other scrap-

booking materials. Get creative and trim photos with color-

ful ribbon or paper. Ask family for items like old tickets,
corsage flowers and other items, which bring back mem-

ories, to include in book.

Have a small plaque printed, or hand painted, for the cover.

To have it ready, you should start several months in ad-

vance of the wedding.

Create a booklet with 100 Unique Couple Dates.

While we all know how important it is to have special

time with our significant other - dates without the kids -
many are so busy they don't have time to think about

it. Much less organize one.

Save them the trouble by creating a booklet with all

the info they need for a unique date.

Gather up info from online dating groups, family and

friends. do some research in the local area they live.

Discover what's available. Come up with 100 Great

Dates. Be sure they're simple and inexpensive. For

example - a picnic in the park, at the beach or river.

Taking in a local function like a gallery opening or

art show.

Often the best gifts are the simplest ones. Unique,

thoughtful gifts. Family and friends took the time

to create.