Wedding Gift Guide: Where to Find the Hottest, Most Trendy Gifts

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What is the Perfect Trendy Gift to Take to a Wedding?

Looking for a unique trendy gift for a special bride and groom. A trendy gift that they will really appreciate instead of the usual? Do you know someone who collects trendy collectibles or just loves to receive trendy gifts?

How to do you find the right trendy gift for your friends or family? Where do you even start to look?

Well, that is what this wedding gift guide is all about. Helping you to find a trendy gift that you will feel proud to deliver to a loved one when they get married, something that they will cherish forever. Weddings are full of gift giving, not just for the wedded couple but also for the bridesmaids, groomsmen, and other people who help put the wedding together.

This is a great place to start your journey for the perfect gift. Get an idea of what is available here or click on any link to take you to learn more. Have fun browsing and if you have any questions, please feel free to add them in the comment section at the end.

Nine New Wedding Trends for 2009 

from the theknot.com

Trend 1: Rustic homespun details

Outdoor weddings -- on a farm, in a vineyard, or even in the backyard -- are huge right now, and we'll continue to see a lot of them in 2009. It's really no wonder: An outdoor setting makes for a fun, laid-back vibe and the decor options are limitless. So what kinds of details are in store? Vintage vases filled with fresh-from-the-garden flowers, mismatched china in bright colors, and homemade wooden signs to direct guests. Even catering is in on the action with in-season ingredients paired with local wine.

Trend 2: Jewel tones

Say good-bye to pale pastels and bright poppies. Rich gem colors like navy, plum, and amber are going to be hot. And instead of chocolate brown, look to a soft creme brulee hue, bronzes, coppers, and black. Yes, that's right -- black is back too.

Trend 3: Patterns that pop

Gingham, checkered, polka-dotted, paisley, toile, damask -- you name it, colorful patterns are in and in a big way. Add patterned overlays to your tables to instantly perk up the room, find an off-the-rack patterned dress for your bridesmaids, and have your invitations and envelopes lined with colorful designs. The best part about this trend is that it lets you throw around a lot of different hues and still keep a cohesive look and feel.

Trend 4: Ball gowns are back

From a full A-line gown to a very over-the-top design, this silhouette will make a huge resurgence down ceremony aisles this year. And you don't have to have a ballroom wedding to pull it off either -- the key is in the fabric. Find one with layers of airy tulle or even cotton for an outdoor spring or summer wedding; get a silk satin ball gown for a more formal wedding; or go for ultra-soft suede for a wintertime wedding.

Trend 5: Two-tiered wedding cakes

While cupcakes and dessert bars have been popular for the past few years, wedding cakes are making a comeback -- but not in tall towers anymore. Now it's all about having just two tiers. Order several small cakes and put them on each table as a centerpiece, or set up a table of tiny wedding cakes mixed with desserts, cookies, pies, and more. And vintage cake toppers are in too. Find one online at a site like Etsy.com, commission one from a local artist, or borrow your parents' or grandparents' to make your cake extra-memorable.

Trend 6: New centerpiece vessels

The classic floral vase has given way to mix-and-matched clusters of vintage pitchers, vases, jars, and galvanized buckets. Other ideas: apothecary jars with colorful rocks, sand, or even candy; uniquely shaped glass vases featuring fresh fruits like raspberries and blueberries; and mason jars loaded with fresh flowers like daisies and dahlias. To throw extra color or texture into the mix, line your flower-filled vases with patterned paper or even fabric. For a wintertime fete, get knit and sweater-like coverings to line your vases and complement a cozy decor.

Trend 7: Chandeliers and creative lighting

Lighting designers are turning out impressive designs, projecting chandeliers, large trees, flowers, and even city skylines right onto the walls. When it comes to your space, hang chandeliers in different sizes, add colorful lamps and shades to the tables, line the room with strands of twinkling lights, and don't skimp on the candles.

Trend 8: The updated photo booth

Renting a photo booth has been growing in popularity over the past few years. The updated version? Entire photo sets with fabric backdrops and props. Set up a photo area at the reception that's big enough for a group shot. Drape the background with fabric and add couches, chairs, and plenty of props (think easy-to-throw-on hats and scarves). You may be able to have your photographer or an assistant man the station, or ask a trusty friend to be on hand with a digital camera.

Trend 9: U.S. honeymoons

This year, newlyweds will prove that you don't have to travel halfway around the world to find an amazing honeymoon spot. Many will be looking to book a honeymoon right here in the US. And there's no shortage of domestic honeymoon-worthy options -- from a romantic winery in Sonoma County, California, to a hot hotel in Miami, Florida, to a cozy lodge with a stunning view in Juneau, Alaska.


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Depression Glass Collectibles are Very Trendy and Collectible 

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How Do You Choose What They Want or Need? 

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Wedding gifts are always tricky to buy. You want to get a gift that the newly wedded couple will actually want and use, one that they really need. Something that they can't or won't get for themselves.

I remember when I got married, I was annoyed that people did not buy me gifts from my Wedding Registry. I did not have any nice dishware and had put two sets of dishes and silverware on my registry. It was something that I couldn't afford on my own.
Unfortunately, hardly anyone bought from my registry so I ended up buying most of the dishes afterward. So it is definitely important to get something that they need.

Definately check out the Wedding Registry, but you can also talk to the parents of the bride and groom and find out what it is that they really want or need. If you don't want to spend a lot of money, get together with others to get something that you can't buy on your own.

Money is a tradition in my family. If you give them money, they can buy what they need after the wedding is over. I don't know any newly married couple that can't use a boost to pay for their wedding, or honeymoon, or where they are going to live.

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Weddings Involve Lots of Gift Giving 

Weddings include gift giving to many people, not just the bride and groom.
Usually the minister or rabbi gets a gift for the church.
The bridesmaids get a gift from the bride.
The groomsmen get a gift from the groom.
The maid of honor and best man get special gifts.
You may give gifts to other people who help or participate in the wedding.
And what about the various showers, and other parties.

Antique and Vintage Items are Hot and Fit in with the Rustic Theme 

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Registering for Gifts 



Registering for gifts is a good idea. Some of the guests may not know you well personally and therefore won't know what you need or your taste.

When you register, you are less likely to get 7 butter dishes, and you are more likely to get exactly what you want and need.

Do not register in more than 3 places. Two places is better and one of them should be either online or at a store that is in a lot of states. That way out of town guests can easily access it.

Wedding Registry

Registering Online 

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This is a list of services to register online. My personal favorite is thethingsiwant.com because you can register for any occasion not just weddings. It is also fairly easy to use.
My Gift List.com
Gift registry
Wish Tips.com
Create a wish list.
My Registry.com
Another registry list.
The Things I Want.com
Registry for brides or anything else. You can link it to any online store.
Wedding Channel.com
Create a bridal registry
Wishlist.com
Create your own wish list.
Wed Alert.com
Another possible registry

Wedding Registry Help 

The Ultimate Wedding Registry Workbook: Choosing the Best Wedding Gifts for Your Life Together

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Gifts for the Wedding Party 

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American Bridal
Wedding Party Gift Ideas
Lake Erie Artists Gallery
Jewelry for the bridesmaids, unique gifts for groomsmen including fused glass cufflinks and money clips.
Beau Coup
Specialize in bridal party gifts.
Wedding Favors Unlimited
Wedding favors and bridal party gifts.
My Wedding Reception Ideas
Wedding party gifts.
A Special Gift
Personalized gifts.

Handmade Wedding Party Gifts 

Wedding Knits: Handmade Gifts for Every Member of the Wedding Party

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Unusual One of a Kind Glass Vases 

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Gifts for the Wedding Couple 

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Gifts.com
Gifts.com Wedding Gifts
Blue Chopsticks
Gifts for all occasions including weddings.
Wedding Gifts
Personalized wedding gifts
Find Gifts.com
Find gifts for all occasions
Wedding Channel
Wedding gifts as well as other wedding items.
Personal Creations
Gifts for all occasions.
Uncommon Goods
Cool unique gift company.
Perpetual Kid
Gifts for the kid in everyone.
Wrapables
Gifts for the home, decor, etc.
Lake Erie Artists Gallery
Cool art gifts, including custom recycled wedding bottle dishware.
Most Original
All kinds of original gifts.

 

Beautiful Daum Glass Make Excellent Gifts 

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Clean Air Gift 

Honeywell HHT-011 Compact Air Purifier with Permanent HEPA Filter

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Ready to Party Gift 

Woodard & Charles 3-Piece Stainless Steel Cheese Knife Set

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Release Date: 12/31/1969

Create a Wedding Journal 

Wedding Journals and Keepsake Gifts: Creative Projects to Make and Share

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Kitchen Trends Gift 

Ronco FD1005WHGEN 5-Tray Electric Food Dehydrator

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Green Grocery Shopping Gift 

Everyone is carrying their own baskets and bags these days.

Design House Stockholm Design House Carrie Shopping Basket (black)

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Unique Wedding Gifts 

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Here are some unique suggestions that I have found. Feel free to add to them.

Relaxation Wrap - Aromatherapy Hot/ Cold Therapeutic Wrap - Microwaveable Heat Pack - Moist Heat Herbal Wrap

Relaxation Wrap - Aromatherapy Hot/ Cold Therapeutic Wrap - Microwaveable Heat Pack - Moist Heat Herbal Wrap

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Deluxe Zen Garden

Deluxe Zen Garden

Enjoy the art of Zen gardening with this beautiful more...1 point

Hands-Free Soap Dispenser

Hands-Free Soap Dispenser

Hands-free is germ-free with a motion activated so more...1 point

Candela Rechargeable Lamps (2 + Charger): * Perfect Gift Idea for Corporate, Friends, Family, Holidays, Christmas, Birthday, etc*!

Candela Rechargeable Lamps (2 + Charger): * Perfect Gift Idea for Corporate, Friends, Family, Holidays, Christmas, Birthday, etc*!

Light the night with these amazing Candela Glow re more...1 point

Traditional Indian Spice Box with Spices - Unique Food Gift Basket

Traditional Indian Spice Box with Spices - Unique Food Gift Basket

The Traditional Spice Box or a masala dabba as it more...1 point

Ass Kickin Margarita Gift Set

Ass Kickin Margarita Gift Set

Contains one bottle of Ass Kickin' Margarita Mix a more...1 point

Unique Birthday Gift For Her - 18

Unique Birthday Gift For Her - 18" Chinese Enchanted Lady Oriental Style Waste Basket / Planter

18 inch tall wooden waste basket, crafted in tradi more...1 point

LASER STAR PROJECTOR NIGHT SKY EFFECT

LASER STAR PROJECTOR NIGHT SKY EFFECT

Laser Stars! The Most Amazing Light Display You Wi more...1 point

LARGE MASSAGING HEATING PAD

LARGE MASSAGING HEATING PAD

Massaging Heating Pad!! Two Levels Of Soothing Vib more...1 point

Wonder Washer - portable cyclonic washing machine

Wonder Washer - portable cyclonic washing machine

Wash Your Laundry Anywhere!! Portable Washing Mach more...0 points

COLEMAN 5.4V RECHARGEABLE CORDLESS SCREWDRIVER

COLEMAN 5.4V RECHARGEABLE CORDLESS SCREWDRIVER

Coleman Cordless Screwdriver! FlashCell Technology more...0 points

Southwest Turquoise Décor - 20

Southwest Turquoise Décor - 20" Azure Glazed Ceramic Jar Desk / Table Lamp - JCO-X4014

Finely crafted large square ceramic jar lamp body more...0 points

Asian Furnishings & Décor - 24

Asian Furnishings & Décor - 24" Fine Chinese Mint Green Pierced Porcelain Oriental Table Lamp

One of a collection of over 300 extraordinary, han more...0 points

Animal Kettle 2.0-Quart Whistling Enamel on Steel Giraffe Tea Kettle

Animal Kettle 2.0-Quart Whistling Enamel on Steel Giraffe Tea Kettle

THis great whistling kettle is one of its kind. Ne more...0 points

Coleman 12-Volt Wet/Dry Vacuum #PMV6991

Coleman 12-Volt Wet/Dry Vacuum #PMV6991

Coleman Wet/Dry Vacuum! 1 Gallon/12 Volt. This all more...0 points

Unique Home Office Gift Ideas - 32

Unique Home Office Gift Ideas - 32" Pagoda CD / DVD Rack Cabinet Case w/ Long Life Symbol

Unique handcrafted Asian design CD / DVD storage c more...0 points

Tiffany - Style Table Lamp Art Classic Handmade Decor Amberlamp

Tiffany - Style Table Lamp Art Classic Handmade Decor Amberlamp

Perfect for home and office decor that needs just more...0 points

MULTIFUNCTIONAL LAPTOP TABLE 4 USB HUB 3 LED LIGHT

MULTIFUNCTIONAL LAPTOP TABLE 4 USB HUB 3 LED LIGHT

Multi-functional Laptop Table! Easy To Carry! Feat more...0 points

Tiffany - Style Table Lamp Art Classic Handmade Decor Amberlamp

Tiffany - Style Table Lamp Art Classic Handmade Decor Amberlamp

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Adorable Ladybug Cappuccino Coffee Mug With Ladybugs And Swirls

Adorable Ladybug Cappuccino Coffee Mug With Ladybugs And Swirls

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Motorized Bumper Boat

Motorized Bumper Boat

Take a fun ride around the pool in your very own m more...0 points

Faulkner XL Recliner Forest Green Padded with Padded Arms

Faulkner XL Recliner Forest Green Padded with Padded Arms

Faulkner Recliners! Enjoy Faulkner! Extra Large Si more...0 points

Sagaform Hand Blown Martini Glasses, Set of 4

Sagaform Hand Blown Martini Glasses, Set of 4

A stylish drink calls for a stunning vessel, like more...0 points

Seiko® Bedside Talking Alarm Clock

Seiko® Bedside Talking Alarm Clock

Seiko%uFFFD Bedside Talking Alarm Clock Features:T more...0 points

Animal Kettle 1.7-Quart Whistling Enamel on Steel Whale Tea Kettle

Animal Kettle 1.7-Quart Whistling Enamel on Steel Whale Tea Kettle

These cute whistling Animal Tea Kettles will add t more...0 points

BAR BUTLER ROTATING 6 SHOT BOTTLE LIQUOR DISPENSER

BAR BUTLER ROTATING 6 SHOT BOTTLE LIQUOR DISPENSER

Let this Bar Boy revolving dispenser pour the drin more...0 points

Massage Mouse Personal Massager

Massage Mouse Personal Massager

Massage Mouse can help! Try Tui-Na Ancient Chinese more...0 points

Did You Miss the Wedding? 

Here is a great anniversary gift.

Here is a great anniversary gift.

Wedding Wishes Gourmet Food Gift Basket - Large

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Art Prints Make Great Anniversary Gifts 

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