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Read our privacy notice . Though wedding presents tend to be chosen for the newlywed couple as a whole, sometimes you might want to treat the groom himself to something special to commemorate the day. Whether you’re his mother, his sibling or even his partner, gift him something that will remind him of his nuptials for years to come.
The bad news – adding a sentimental element to gift-giving can make it tricky. You don’t want to buy something that’s unlikely to see the light of day (think: wine glasses etched with dates or corny photo-printed coasters), but finding presents with a personal touch isn’t always easy, especially when it’s for a guy. Our top tip? Go for gifts that take some thought but aren’t too obviously ‘sentimental’.
It could be a coffee table book on his favourite artist or a vintage poster of the first film you ever watched as a couple. Choosing the perfect fragrance for him to wear on his wedding day is an olfactory reminder of the moment anytime he catches a whiff, or, if he’s into jewellery , a bracelet to match the metal of his future wedding band would be a nice touch. Engraved or monogrammed gifts always deliver on the thoughtful front, just make sure it’s on the m.