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 more understated side. We’d recommend sticking with his initials rather than long messages – then you can save the kind words for the card.
Keep scrolling for our favourite gifts for the groom in the list below.
Aspinal of London Double Domed Sterling Silver Engraved Cufflinks
You can’t go wrong with a pair of personalised cufflinks. Both sentimental and useful, these will remind the groom of his wedding day each time he fastens a dress shirt.
Buy now £150.00, Aspinal of London
Reiss Mother Of Pearl Tie Bar
Every guy needs a tie bar in their suiting arsenal and Reiss’ mother-of-pearl take is much more wedding-appropriate than silver or gold designs. It’ll take his accessories game up a notch.
Buy now £68.00, Reiss
Carl Friedrik X Hackett The Carry On
If he’s heading on a honeymoon, why not treat him to a luxury suitcase? Carl Friedrik has some of the best in the business – and the brand recently teamed up with Hackett on a range of brand-new colourways.
Buy now £385.00, Carl Friedrik
Taschen Andy Warhol Seven Illustrated Books 1952–1959
A book is one of the most foolproof gifts you can choose for someone. For a luxurious selection, Taschen is your best bet. From travel to fashion to art, you’re sure to find something that suits – and this collection of Andy Warhol’s illustrations is one of our favourites.
Buy now £60.00, Taschen
Cotswolds Single Malt Whisky
A touch of Dutch courage pre-nuptials won’t go amiss – making this bottle of award-winning Cotswolds whisky the perfect gift. Best served simply over ice.
Buy now £44.49, Amazon
Mejuri Round Box Chain Bracelet
For a gift he’ll keep, jewellery’s a great option. Since he’ll be getting a new ring on the day, why not treat him to a bracelet to match? Mejuri’s got a great selection to choose from which spans sterling silver, titanium, and, our favourite, pure yellow gold.
Buy now £368.00, Mejuri
Le Labo Santal 33
A luxury fragrance is always a winner. If he opens it before the big day, it could even be the scent he chooses to wear down the aisle – and, if you choose a distinctive blend like Le Labo’s Santal 33, it’ll take him back to the moment he said ‘I do’ on every spritz.
Buy now £230.00, John Lewis
John Lewis Ribbed Glass Whisky Decanter & Tumblers Gift Set, Clear
If he’s a fan of whisky, he’s sure to love a decanter – and when it comes to homeware, where’s better than John Lewis? This design is crafted using a weighty ribbed art deco-inspired glass – and it comes with two matching glasses too.
Buy now £45.00, John Lewis
Saturday Night Fever 1977 Vintage Lobby Card 5 Framed In Black
If there’s a film that’s close to his heart, whether it’s his favourite childhood movie or the first movie he watched with the bride-or-groom-to-be, perhaps a framed vintage poster is the way to go. The good news? Vinterior and 1st Dibs has a decent selection to choose from.
Buy now £441.23, 1st Dibs
Montblanc Meisterstück The Origin Collection Classique Rollerball
You’d be hard-pressed to find a groom who wouldn’t love a Montblanc pen. The most iconic of all writing brands, he could even use it to sign the register.
Buy now £275.00, Selfridges
