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A couple’s engagement calls for a celebration. Although gifts are not required, it’s a nice gesture for friends and family to present the newly engaged couple with a token of affection when they announce the news of their upcoming nuptials. Engagement gifts can be tiny treasures that spark joy, like our curation of gifts under $50, or sentimental personalized picks. If you don’t know the couple well, an elegant gift basket is always in good taste. Typically, engagement gifts are smaller than the wedding gift itself, which is meant to commemorate the couple’s new life together. However, for family and best friends, splurging on an indulgent engagement gift makes celebrating the exciting news all the more special.
When it comes to engagement party etiquette, it’s always good to show up to a party with something in hand, advises Victoria Della Torre of the San Francisco-based Etiquette Design Company, even if the couple hasn’t opened a gift registry yet. If you decide to splurge on some bubbly, she recommends gifting the couple accompanying Champagne flutes to make the gift special (you’ll find a gorgeous selection of crystal and glassware below). New York City-based event designer and registry expert Jung Lee recommends choosing a signature and enduring gift. “Take the same budget you would spend on bubbly and put it towards a special piece they’ll have forever.” Ahead, our editors curated the 100 best engagement gifts for all types of couples.
Our Top Picks, At a Glance
- Best for the Home: Tiffany Espresso Cups, $250 at tiffany.com
- Best Crystal: Baccarat Coeur Amor, $590 at baccarat.com
- Best for Foodies: Laetitia Rouget Dessert Plate, $65 at saintbernard.com
- Best Under $50: Boozy Brunch Set, $40 at crateandbarrel.com
- Best for Travel Lovers: Mine and Yours Robe Bundle, $143 at brooklinen.com
- Best Personalized Gifts: The Painted Press Ring Dish, $20 at etsy.com
- Best Just for the Bride-to-Be: Elsa Peretti Heart Box, $275 at tiffany.com
- Best Books and Planners: Wedding Keepsake Library, $105 at uncommongoods.com
- Best Gift Baskets: Champagne Celebration, $250 at fountaingifts.com
For the Home
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Home décor items are popular engagement gifts because they’re practical and help the couple feather their nest, creating a cozy place to lounge, entertain, and build memories. Home gifts should center around celebration, so save the major appliance for a wedding gift and focus instead on gifting something to cultivate a shared experience, like a romantic at-home date night or cocktail party with friends and family.
Crystal
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From Champagne flutes to paperweights and figurines, crystal gifts symbolize elegance and luxury craftsmanship. Because of its enduring quality, couples can pass down crystal for generations as family heirlooms, which makes it an extra meaningful gift.
For Foodies
Gourmands aren’t the only ones who enjoy a foodie gift, though if this couple’s favorite pastime revolves around a good meal, these delectable choices will be well-received. Think of valuable additions to a kitchen, like gadgets, timeless cookware, and items that help the happy couple eat, drink, and be merry.
Under $50
There are no rules regarding how much to spend on an engagement gift; your relationship with the couple, their tastes and preferences, and your budget should all be considered when shopping. Many people deem $50 to $100 as more than enough to spend on a gift, although there are times when splurging on a tiny treasure is more in order.
For Travel Lovers
When you give a travel-related engagement gift, you’re helping the couple embark on a new adventure. Get personal and let your gift reference a memorable trip they’ve already taken or perhaps a place you know the couple wants to explore. It’s not uncommon for newly engaged couples to already have a honeymoon destination in mind, so consider that as you search for the perfect gift.
Personalized Gifts
The most charming gifts, from pickleball paddles to engraved perfume bottles, can be personalized. We love a personalized engagement gift because it’s not only tailored to a couple’s interests, it’s one-of-a-kind. You also don’t have to spend an extravagant amount on a personalized gift for it to have that wow factor.
Just for the Bride-to-Be
Your relation to the newly engaged might signal an engagement gift intended exclusively for the bride-to-be. If she’s your best friend or sister, consider splurging a bit. It’s a nice gesture for a friend group to go in on a gift like this together, too. Similar to a bridal shower gift, these gifts are intended to be lavish and fun and make the bride-to-be feel pampered.
Books and Planners
From stylish planners to keepsake libraries, books can help newly engaged couples document their engagement, plan vows, and spark their creative imagination. The couple will exchange paper anniversary gifts on their first anniversary, as paper symbolizes the beautiful fragility of a new relationship. Books and planners can also be ideal when looking to give something on the smaller side or to a couple with whom you have a more casual or professional relationship.
Gift Baskets
Consider a gift basket if you’re short on time and love excellent pairings. Our editors picked our favorite goodies for couples to celebrate their engagement. From chocolates and macaroons to a world-famous bagel and smear, these gift baskets are anything but ordinary.
What to Look For In An Engagement Gift
- Personalized Items: Engagement gifts are an excellent opportunity to get personal and gift the couple something they'll truly enjoy. Consider their hobbies and interests, and let your gift reflect their personalities. Or, go the custom route and get them something with their new monogram.
- Foodie Gifts: Whether it’s a new kitchen gadget, an ice cream maker, or a selection of build-you-own spices, foodie gifts are popular with couples.
- Practical Gifts. Even though the couple will eventually register for items they need for their home, you can think about gifts they can use leading up to the wedding. A wedding planning journal, travel-related gifts, or keepsake boxes to hold mementos will help them along the way. Self-care engagement gifts to help them relax will also be much appreciated.
Why Trust Brides
Jill Di Donato is the associate editorial operations director for the Beauty and Style Group at Dotdash Meredith. She writes about bridal trends, gifting, beauty, and style for Brides and has been with the brand since 2022. Experts who contributed to this article include Jung Lee, a New York City-based event designer and registry expert, and Victoria Della Torre, the owner and designer of Etiquette Design Company.
