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40 Best Unique Wedding Gifts for One-of-a-Kind Couples

Go beyond their wedding registry with these no-fail presents.

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It's never easy finding unique wedding gift ideas, especially if you want to get creative and think beyond the couple's registry.

To help you find thoughtful wedding gifts to supplement the traditional "starter" items they may already have as they're starting a home together, we turned to top experts and planners to bring you the best products you won't find anywhere else. Take note that while money is usually a no-fail gift to bring to an actual wedding, adding something extra special to the card never hurts.

One of our favorite wedding gift ideas? Consider a personalized pick. "We find couples using this opportunity to build a personal arsenal for hosting and entertaining their friends and family in their unique, stylish way," says event and wedding planner Augusta Cole. Wedding planner Michelle Norwood, agrees. "I've noticed a rising trend in personalized presents and one-of-a-kind items, or experiences that reflect the couple's unique relationship, tastes and interests," she says.

Because some of these items are customizable, we'd recommend ordering early to make sure they arrive on time. If you do get caught shopping last-minute, we have some gifts on Amazon that'll ship quickly with a Prime account.

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Gift Under $10

Bride and Groom Forks

Bride and Groom Forks

They make quite the pair, so make it official with these cute his-and-hers forks. They're made of high-quality stainless steel and will arrive polished to perfection.

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Wedding Gift Idea For The Bride

Honeymoon Sand Keepsake Jar

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Honeymoon Sand Keepsake Jar

With this beautiful keepsake jar, they can take a piece of their honeymoon with them. It's the perfect choice if they're jetting off to a tropical location, plus the cork cap will keep the sand secure during their travels.

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Himalyan Salt Block

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Himalyan Salt Block

This Himalayan salt block is perfect for the newlyweds who love cooking together. The high-quality salt will add delicious flavor to meat and veggies, and it's compatible with stovetops, smokers and grills.

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Wine Cooler Bag

Wine Cooler Bag

They're about to embark on endless adventures together, so this wine cooler bag is sure to come in handy. They'll also get two stainless steel wine tumblers, straws, straw brushes, a corkscrew and a wine stopper.

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Sentimental Wedding Gift

Wedding Anniversary Journal

Amazon’s Choice
Wedding Anniversary Journal

Help them prepare for their future anniversaries with this linen hardcover journal. It's designed in a scrapbook style with prompts and spaces for photos to chronicle their love journey.

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Picture Frame Wedding Gift Idea

Shadow Box Picture Frame

Shadow Box Picture Frame

This retro picture frame will add a personal touch to their home for years to come. The shadow box style makes it easy to display a few photos or any other small mementos that represent key moments in their relationship.

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Marriage Figurine

Marriage Figurine

Made of polyresin, this beautiful sculpture would be a no-fail gift for a religious couple. It's available in a brown wood-like finish and the silver pictured, with intertwined hearts holding a cross.

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Practical Wedding Gift

Ring Dish

Ring Dish

They can rest their most important rings in this sweet ceramic dish, featuring a lovely gold rim and lettering. One Amazon reviewer even called it a "great accent" to their night table.

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Mr. & Mrs. Embroidered Cotton Hand Towel

Mr. & Mrs. Embroidered Cotton Hand Towel

Embroidered hand towels never fail to elevate a bathroom. With this classic cotton pick, they can put their new titles on full display.

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Tramontina Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad Gourmet 8-Piece Cookware Set

Tramontina Tri-Ply Clad Gourmet 8-Piece Cookware Set

The kitchen experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute named this the best value stainless steel cookware set, which includes two skillets, two saucepans and a dutch oven. Not only is the set lightweight and durable — their tests found the heat distribution to be excellent.

RELATED: 5 Best Stainless Steel Cookware Sets, According to Expert Testing

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Vintage Modern Candle Holders

Vintage Modern Candle Holders

Make their house a home with these elegant aluminum candle holders. The brass finish and varying sizes (they'll get small, medium and large) will add a touch of elegance to their tabletop.

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Custom Wedding Gift Idea

Personalized Couples Print

Personalized Couples Print

This custom print — where you can pick the hair colors, clothes, names and special message — checks all of those boxes.

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Custom Metal Sign

Custom Metal Sign

Commemorate their family's name with this stunning steel sign, which comes in five different color options and sizes. "The craftsmanship on the sign is flawless," one Amazon buyer commented.

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Heart Snapshot Mix® Photo Art

Heart Snapshot Mix® Photo Art

This truly one-of-a-kind photo art will be displayed proudly in their home for years to come. It can be personalized with snaps of their wedding or favorite memories as a couple. Plus, they can choose from several frame options or go without one entirely.

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Upgrade What They Have

Capresso Touchscreen Espresso Machine

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Touchscreen Espresso Machine

If they didn't put one on their registry or could use an upgrade, this model has been touted by our experts as the best value espresso machine on the market. It's so easy to use and comes with nice features.

RELATED: The Best Espresso Machines, Tested & Reviewed

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More Creative Than Traditional China

"Happily Ever After" Platter

"Happily Ever After" Platter
Credit: Suzanne Pollack

An instant keepsake, you can customize this ceramic plate with their names and wedding date. The center illustration can feature a bride and groom, two brides or two grooms embracing.

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Truly Unique Idea

Resin Molds Silicone Kit

Resin Molds Silicone Kit

At first, they might be confused about this gift, but trust us, it's going to be one of their favorites. With this kit, they can preserve their wedding flowers — from her bouquet to his boutonniere — forever. They'll get five mold shapes that be used for all sorts of things when they're done.

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If They Have Everything

Stainless Steel Butter Spreader

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Stainless Steel Butter Spreader

How can something so small be so amazing? Better than any butter knife from their registry, it will easily spread cold butter. "For people that have every doodad, they will be thrilled to receive this," one Amazon user wrote.

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Hand Casting Kit

Hand Casting Kit
Credit: Dylan & Rylie

"People are leaning into their hearts more, which makes mine jump for joy," said Norwood. Go DIY with this hand casting kit that includes all the materials they'll need to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art.

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Moon Ambient Light

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Moon Ambient Light

Help them set the mood with this adorable lamp. There are a few styles you can pick from, but each comes with romantic decals (like "Love Never Fails") that can be placed on the outside.

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Cailey Lindberg
Commerce Editor, Gifts & Lifestyle

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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