14 Best Wedding Gifts the Bride and Groom
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How do you rate yourself as a wedding guest? Someone who chooses any item from a gift registry that fits your budget, or do you seek the gift of excellence, excitement but also practicality--going off the registry to find that ideal gift the bride and groom never knew they really needed?
While you can still take a gander at the couple's registry, consider this list of wedding "must-haves," selected from the finest quality products, designed to make life easier. Among these outstanding gifts, we kept budget in mind as well--but the bride and groom will be convinced you paid a pretty penny. We identified items that meet nearly every aspect of what it takes to start a new life and home together, which will prompt the bride and groom to thank you for thinking outside their registry box.
The Neato Botvac Connected is the pinnacle of floor cleaning robots. No more backbreaking sweeping and vacuuming, the remote controlled robot does it all. WiFi connected and driven by an app using your smartphone, the Neato Botvac cleans more hair, dust and grime better than any other floor cleaning robot on the market. Its straight-edged design allows for efficient corner and hard-to-reach area cleaning and also features eco and turbo modes, providing that extra, super-charged cleaning when needed. Battery runs up to 120 minutes in eco mode and 90 minutes in turbo. The Neato Botvac self-parks to charging station once the battery runs out. This is the best gift for the bride and groom who are also pet parents.
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Withings Body Cardio allows the health conscious couple to keep an eye on their fat, muscle, bone mass and heart health. Ideal for the bride and groom who are into fitness or health, this thin constructed scale syncs with an app to provide you with more than weight measurements. One of the inventive features of this scale is how it gauges the swiftness of your heartbeat vibrations, otherwise known as pulse wave velocity (PWV) throughout your body--a true metric of cardiovascular health and risk for high blood pressure and hypertension. Withings Body Cardio can also track health trends over time through a swipe of an app. Beyond collection data for your own use, this machine permits information sharing with your health care provider, which may provide a deeper analysis of overall health.
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The T-Fal OptiGrill Plus Stainless Steel Indoor Electric Grill is the perfect gift for the couple who loves to grill but doesn't have access to a backyard grill (or loves to grill during those frigid winter months). The chef can adapt grilling results from rare to well done, thanks to the four-temperature settings, plus the internal sensor keeps your setting on point so you always deliver the "doneness" you desire. Stainless steel, touch panel makes way for simple and easy handling, along with removable plates to create the complete package. For the busy couple with no time to defrost, the frozen food function defrosts and cooks--all in one!
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If the bride and groom forgot to add a slow cooker to their registry, choose the All-Clad 4-Quart Slow Cooker with ceramic insert. This high-end, fully programmable slow cooker is easy to read and use on the fly--large buttons make gourmet meal preparation quick and easy, especially for the time-constrained cook. Three temperature settings to accommodate the couple's busy lifestyle--throw ingredients into the cooker before work and set to low to cook slowly throughout the day, or turn the setting to high for a quicker cooking meal. Encased in stainless steel with a glass lid, this modern cooker will look like a prize sitting on the couple's countertop or stored with ease. The 26-hour programmable timer allows the couple to plan in advance, plus the removable black ceramic insert cleans up in a snap.
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The IMUSA Panini and Sandwich Maker features a wide nonstick surface, specially designed to handle even the fattest sandwiches. Quick and easy to use, turn any ordinary sandwich into a work of art thanks to the adjustable heat settings. Grill or toast a variety of sandwiches and get creative while mixing and matching meats and veggies for a spice of variety. No flipping or turning--the press does the work for you to ensure even cooking/grilling. Beyond sandwiches, the Panini press can even grill meats including pork chops. Use the pre-set temperature setting to ensure your sandwich or meat is grilled or pressed to your specifications.
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The T-Fal Comfort 16 Piece Tool And Gadget Set provides any tool imaginable for the chef in the new family. The 16 piece set includes a turner, spoon, whisk, peeler, can opener, five measuring cups and six measuring spoons -- ideal for the newlywed couple setting up their new kitchen. Cups and spoons come conjoined so you can keep them together as a set in your kitchen or break them up. Designed from nylon and stainless steel materials, this kit is dishwasher safe. This gift stands alone or can be partnered with the Panini press, slow cooker or electric grill.
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For the couple who never knew they would love and depend upon an indoor herb garden, the Click & Grow: Smart Herb Garden is right up their alley. Click & Grow applies NASA technology to provide an indoor herb garden that will blossom and bloom, even for those who don't have a green thumb. Plug and play, just add water and the system will add water as needed. The inventive technology supplies plants with the right amount of oxygen, water and nutrients, along with a built-in light to help the plants grow at a faster rate. This herb garden is ideal for the health conscious couple because no pesticides, fungicides, insecticides, plant hormones, or any other harmful substances are used. Each starter kit comes with three basil plants, but you can purchase the bride and groom's favorite herbs as well. Comes in a smart wooden case for integrative display in any kitchen.
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Any new couple needs an iron but what about an iron that tackles limescale like a pro? The Rowenta DW7180 Everlast Iron is designed to capture up to one teaspoon of scale, producing the smoothest, softest clothing imaginable. The limescale collector is easy to empty, while the iron provides three steam options--1750 watts of steam power and 12oz water tank. The powerful steam shot removes even the most stubborn wrinkles and the patented Microsteam400 Soleplate, with 400 fully activated micro steam holes, delivers an even flow of steaming power. High performance ensures top results every time--ideal for the power couple with closets full of fine fabrics.
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Any new couple needs a fabulous new towel set. Made from pure organic cotton, the Coyuchi Air Weight towels will dry quickly on any towel bar or in the dryer. These medium-weight towels are twill-woven for softness and drape. A gift set makes a great wedding gift -- it includes two bath towels, two hand towels and two wash cloths. These Fair Trade Certified towels are sourced and woven in India, and come in a variety of cool colors inspired by the earth, water and sky. A bonus is the rolled self-hem that helps the linens hold their shape -- wash after wash. The manufacturer suggests washing in cold water using a mild laundry detergent to maintain the integrity of the fabric.
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The newlyweds may have forgotten to add a new mattress to their registry, but you'll have their back. Brooklyn Bedding's #BestMattressEver is built with simplicity and individuality in mind. Rated #1 mattress by Amazon, this mattress provides three sleep comfort levels, designed to cater to every type of sleeper with soft, medium and firm options. The durable latex comfort layers present a cool, comfortable sleep environment, while the luxurious feel of the soft quilted pillow top cover knitting, with moisture-wicking cotton, provides a cloud-like feel and breathability. Built to last, the poly foam core provides up to 20 plus years of durability. This mattress is extremely cost effective, ranging from $750 for a Queen to $900 for a King. Compare to the average mattress cost and this one is a no-brainer.
If gifting the couple a mattress seems a little over-the-top, consider Brooklyn Bedding's line of bed sheets and pillows. Sheets are made of rayon from bamboo -- softer and lighter than cotton, anti-microbial, and perfect for those with sensitive skin needs. Pillows are made of a soft charcoal bamboo material that does not retain heat.
A Queen sheet set ($74.99) includes a fitted sheet, flat sheet, and 2 pillow cases. Choose from firm or plush pillows (starting at $39.99).
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For the bride and groom who may not be home as often as they like, the iDevices Thermostatallows for remote control via app, providing tremendous money saving advantages. Use your smartphone to control interior temperatures using Siri commands and an iDevices connected app. Give verbal commands for swift temperature change and control, and because this thermostat is connected through Bluetooth Smart and WiFi, you have full command from outside the home. Settings are fully customizable using "scenes" such as "I'm going to bed" or via "zones" to change the setting in certain parts of the house. You can also schedule automatic temperature changes to accommodate your daily routine.
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Interior décor is the heart of any new home and presenting the happy couple with the Phoenician Coast Vase, handmade in the West Bank will be a pleasant surprise. Hand blown in the Hebron Glass and Ceramic Factory, artisans use recycled glass bottles that are shattered into small pieces and melted in high temperature ovens to create this one-of-a-kind vase. The stunning vase is an interesting collusion of colors and patterns, with each work of art displaying a unique pattern. The Phoenician Coast Vase is delivered by Ten Thousand Villages, a founding member of the WFTO - the World Fair Trade Organization, a global network of more than 350 fair trade organizations in 70 countries.
Ten Thousand Villages has spent almost 70 years cultivating long-term buying relationships in which artisans receive a fair price for their work and consumers have access to unique gifts, accessories and home decor from around the world. Couples can create a wedding registry online, or in one of the retail locations nationwide.
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Hurom delivers the vital nutrients and fresh taste of your juice through its newly released and surprisingly quiet juicing system. What make the Hurom H-AA Slow Juicer superior to the rest? The slow juicing process, rotating at a speed of 43 revolutions per minute is designed to mimic the same motion used in hand squeezing--the often preferred, but arduous method to juice. The patented technology extracts not only the vitamins and minerals, but it also distillates the fresh taste and mouth feel of fresh juice. Easy to use and looks fabulous on any kitchen counter, the Hurom H-AA Slow Juicer requires no separation to clean. Only a quick rinse is needed because the inner spinning brush cleans and reduces clogging during the juicing process. Unlike other clunky juicers, the Hurom H-AA Slow Juicer's sleek design is curved, becoming slimmer in the back, making counter or cabinet storage easier. Created from BPA-free, impact resistant ABS plastic, this juice delivery system is designed to be eight times stronger than other plastics. Also makes a great gift for families as the safety features prevent finger injuries from blades and an internal cooling system inhibits overheating.
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Whether they throw the best parties around or are the life of the party, the Fizzics Revolutionary Beer System will be the ideal gift for the happy couple who loves to party. Touted as the first-ever portable beer system, this gift is a party on-the-go. Fizzics is lightweight and compact, running on four standard AA batteries and doesn't require the usual CO2 or Nitro cartridges to function. Compatible with nearly every can or bottle size, accommodating up to a 64-ounce growler, Fizzics is designed to enhance and improve the flavor and mouth-feel of all types of beer, including IPAs, Lagers, Pilsners, Stouts--you name it. Each pour will taste as though it was delivered straight from the tap--guests will never know it originally came from a can or bottle. The entire party can use Fizzics--simply place the beer can or bottle inside the canister, thread the hose directly into the beer, close the canister and pour--fresh beer delivered instantly.
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