Thoughtful Wedding Gift Ideas for Friends

Finding the perfect, unique wedding gift gives guests and close friends the opportunity to give a keepsake that can remind couples of their special day, as well as mark the milestone moment.

Instead of monetary gifts or homeware items, why not consider a timeless jewellery gift for brides or grooms, that they can wear on their big day and may even become an heirloom of the future, kept and given to future generations.

Whether you’re looking for extravagant gifts from a group of groomsmen, or you’re wanting to give your bestie a piece of bridal jewellery for her big day, it’s important to think about their style and their overall wedding theme when searching for the perfect wedding gift.

From traditional timepieces to beautiful bridal bracelets, here are our top tips for choosing thoughtful wedding gifts for your soon-to-be wed friends.

Jewellery for Brides

Gifting brides with jewellery pieces that they can wear on their wedding day is a great way to contribute to their special day and give them one less thing to worry about. It’s also a perfect present for bridesmaids or groups of friends to come together to give a sentimental gift.

Be sure to consider their personal jewellery style, preferred metal colour, like white, rose or yellow gold, as well as any colour palettes or themes of their wedding to ensure that the jewellery you choose is something that will suit their special day.

Elegant Earrings

Give a small yet sentimental gift for brides by choosing earrings that can be worn on their wedding day, and beyond!

Subtle studs

A classic pair of studs can add some subtle sophistication to your friend’s bridal jewellery collection. Stud earrings can also be worn many times after the wedding, subtle enough to be worn day-to-day as well as for special occasions.

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Delicate drop earrings

For those wanting to make a bit more of a statement, choosing drop earrings can add a touch of glamour to a bridal look, and can be worn on special events after the wedding too, like anniversaries!

From diamonds to opals for a classic look, to bright gemstones that match their engagement ring, drop earrings are an especially good option if the bride is opting for an up-do.

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Bridal Bracelets and Bangles

Another great option for bridal jewellery gifts are bangles or bracelets, as they are a subtle addition that can be easily worn alongside other jewellery pieces cohesively.

Russian Bangle

The ‘russian’ design of this 9ct white gold bangle has three thin, intertwined bands that represent the past, present and future. It is particularly symbolic of love, said to embody: ‘For each other, For now, Forever’, making it an incredibly thoughtful gift for soon-to-be married friends.

The sleek design will mean it can sit elegantly on the brides arm, allowing their brand new wedding band and engagement ring to shine.

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Dripping in diamonds

Diamonds really are a girl’s best friend, and a diamond tennis bracelet is a beautiful gift for luxury brides.

Singing with sophistication without being overpowering, a diamond bracelet can add sparkle to your friend’s bridal look in a quietly elegant way. Choosing a timeless tennis bracelet style will mean this gift can be worn for years to come, making it a true keepsake.

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Lovely Lockets

One of the best keepsake jewellery gifts is a locket necklace. Designed to hold special memories, lockets can hold small photographs, locks of hair or tiny pieces of fabric or ribbon – like a swatch of fabric from a wedding dress!

Gifting a locket will let the bride add in a picture of them and their spouse, perhaps even from their wedding day! Choosing a heart shaped locket, like our sterling silver locket is delicate enough to be worn on their big day, and subtle enough to wear everyday or for formal occasions, it’s a truly versatile and thoughtful gift!

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Gifts for Grooms

Don’t forget the guys! Men love receiving jewellery keepsakes too, so gifting grooms with timeless pieces can be a really special gift from groomsmen or ushers.

Choosing pieces that they can wear on their wedding day, or vintage heirloom items that can be passed down to future generations will make for a special and sentimental gift for grooms.

Cufflinks

Cufflinks are a staple piece for men’s jewellery and accessories collection, being worn for various important events, from job interviews to formal dinners and, of course, their wedding day! Gifting a beautiful pair of cufflinks to your friend who’s set to be married is a sentimental and significant gift that is as useful as it is thoughtful.

Be sure to give the groom the cufflink gift ahead of time to avoid them purchasing their own! Presenting their present at a bachelor party (or stag do) is a great way to mitigate this and gather together to create a memorable gift giving.

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Pocket Watch

A pocket watch is a thoughtful and meaningful jewellery piece that is traditionally given to mark a momentous and memorable occasion, making it the perfect gift for grooms.

Whilst not normally used every day, a vintage pocket watch can be a lovely symbol of the time the couple will spend together as a married couple, and be worn for special date nights and anniversary celebrations.

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Final Thoughts

When it comes to finding the perfect wedding gift for a friend who is getting married, choosing a sentimental, thoughtful jewellery piece will mean that the bride or groom can have a beautiful new item to wear on their wedding day and commemorate their special day.

By choosing to gift keepsake jewellery pieces, your friend can also rewear their sentimental jewellery on special occasions, like anniversaries, and they may even be passed down to their future children or relatives, becoming future heirlooms, making them a real lasting token representing both their love and your love for them.