Skip to Content

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy.

24 Unique Last-Minute Wedding Gift Ideas

Here's what to buy for those hosting pop-up celebrations and rescheduled parties.

Headshot of Heather HallBy Heather Hall
last minute wedding guests
SARAH FALUGO PHOTOGRAPHY

With vaccinations now widely available, postponed weddings and previously planned parties are making their way back onto the calendar. This means you might have gifts to buy quickly for a couple that either registered before the pandemic or not at all. Whether you've put off shopping until the last minute or your friends have recently decided to host a quick ceremony, these are 24 of our favorite chic and unique off-registry gift ideas to splurge on for the soon-to-be newlyweds in your life.

Marie Daâge Printed Small Plates

Printed Small Plates

Marie Daâge Printed Small Plates

$565 at Moda Operandi
Credit: Courtesy

Sweet treats and salad courses feel even more special when served atop whimsical small plates—and after a year of alone time, your friends will appreciate having the right tabletop to host dinner parties in their newlywed home.

Ralph Lauren Picnic 101

Picnic 101

Ralph Lauren Picnic 101

Credit: Courtesy

Help your friends prepare for a summer of sustainable outdoor gatherings and picnics in the park. This leather wine tote is sophisticated and chic, but most importantly, it rids hosts of the need to use disposable bags.

William Yeoward Crystal Caviar Hour

Caviar Hour

William Yeoward Crystal Caviar Hour

Credit: Courtesy

There's nothing quite as decadent as caviar, whether it tops a baked potato, scrambled eggs, or a blini in between sips of bubbly. The most lavish way to enjoy it? At home, and this crystal caviar dish and spoon gets your friends halfway there. To take this gift up a notch, ship them a caviar tasting complete with Champagne.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Assouline Coffee Table Reads

Coffee Table Reads

Assouline Coffee Table Reads

Credit: Courtesy

Whether the couple enjoys travel, fashion, art, or food, a coffee table tome will be cherished and well-received. Be conscious of the book's theme and color palette to ensure it works with the overall look of their space.

Baccarat Wine Tasting

Wine Tasting

Baccarat Wine Tasting

Credit: Courtesy

An assortment of crystal glassware for entertaining or enjoying on date nights at home is always a good idea. Pair it with the couple's favorite bottle of wine—or a virtual wine tasting class.

Hermes Designer Tray

Designer Tray

Hermes Designer Tray

Credit: Courtesy

When in doubt, a serving piece that doubles as a centerpiece vessel or trinket dish is foolproof—especially when it makes a statement without anything on it, like this option from Hermes. 

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Dom Perignon Champagne High

Champagne High

Dom Perignon Champagne High

Credit: Courtesy

Your soon-to-be newlyweds have one thing in mind: celebrating. Give them a chance to enjoy the moment after the party's over with a bottle of bubbles they would likely never splurge on themselves.

Diptyque Scented Candle

Scented Candle

Diptyque Scented Candle

Credit: Courtesy

Suggest a scent (but nothing too pungent or polarizing) for couples looking to upgrade their shared living space. If you can't decide, send them a selection of your top picks, but make sure the scents you select complement one another to avoid a clash of notes upon unboxing.

Kim Seybert Cocktail Napkins

Cocktail Napkins

Kim Seybert Cocktail Napkins

Now 40% Off
Credit: Courtesy

Since traveling has been at a minimum over the last year, these cocktail napkins are a playful way to inspire wanderlust in any new couple and get them excited for their honeymoon. 

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Alain Saint-Joanis Serving Set

Serving Set

Alain Saint-Joanis Serving Set

Credit: Courtesy

A salad serving set are an elegant (and useful!) addition to kitchens of any size.

Paravel Luggage Set

Luggage Set

Paravel Luggage Set

Credit: Courtesy

Make sure your favorite newlyweds travel in style to their honeymoon and beyond (when the time comes).  

Los Encajeros Lace Coasters

Lace Coasters

Los Encajeros Lace Coasters

Credit: Courtesy

Give your friends something useful for the every day and entertaining alike. When not in use, these coasters look great displayed on a coffee table, kitchen counter, or a well-appointed bar cart.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Jonathan Adler Game Night Objet

Game Night Objet

Jonathan Adler Game Night Objet

Credit: Courtesy

Not only do chic game sets look cheeky on display, but they also come in handy when entertaining kids or having fun a night in with family and friends. 

Sur la Table Cooking Lessons

Cooking Lessons

Sur la Table Cooking Lessons

Credit: Courtesy

Treat the soon-to-be married foodie couple with a date night you know they'll love. This gift card works for in-person or Zoom cooking lessons for pairs who love to experiment in the kitchen together.

L'Objet Picture Frame

Picture Frame

L'Objet Picture Frame

Credit: Courtesy

If you're going to opt for a traditional gift such a picture frame, be sure to gift one that is chic and includes a favorite photographs of the couple inside. Or, even better, a handwritten note from you.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Aerin Jigger and Shaker Set

Jigger and Shaker Set

Aerin Jigger and Shaker Set

Credit: Courtesy

Whether your friends are entertaining guests or not, this set will have couples feeling like mixology pros when they're crafting their favorite cocktails. 

Atlas Pasta Maker

Pasta Maker

Atlas Pasta Maker

Credit: Courtesy

Insert date night here. For those who love all things Italian, from pasta to red wine to tiramisu, gift them this expert-level kitchen device to make their favorite dishes on nights spent cooking together at home.

Evangeline Linens Mohair Throw

Mohair Throw

Evangeline Linens Mohair Throw

Credit: Courtesy

A chic throw will add a luxurious sophistication to any home and make your favorite couple's couch all the cozier.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Sony Digital Camera

Digital Camera

Sony Digital Camera

Credit: Courtesy

Surprise the couple with a new digital camera to help document this new chapter in their lives and to take on their honeymoon.

Versace Treasury Decanter

Treasury Decanter

Versace Treasury Decanter

Credit: Courtesy

A decanter this chic serves as functional decor, will enrich an at-home bar, and add lavishness to any special occasion. 

Headshot of Heather Hall
Heather Hall
Contributing Weddings Writer

Heather Hall is a weddings, fashion, and lifestyle writer and editor. Her career in weddings began at The Knot, where she worked as a bridal fashion editor. She then worked as a PR Manager at Amsale, a bridal design house, before starting her own events and digital marketing business. She has been featured on Today.com, MSN.com, Yahoo.com, Racked.com, Huffington Post, Verily Magazine, and Style Me Pretty. Heather loves music, travel, and practicing yoga. In her spare time she's typically researching the next fun workout class to try, or finding a new concert to attend. Her latest goal: become a DJ.  

Wedding Gifts and Registry

olivia palermo husband style

19 Unique & Romantic 4th Anniversary Gift Ideas

couple photo

What to Gift the Couple Who Has Everything

father of the groom

20 Modern Father-of-the-Groom Gifts to Shop Now

virginia and ian ross wedding

The Best Bridesmaids Robes to Shop Right Now

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Logo
twitter icon
youtube icon
facebook icon
instagram icon
pinterest icon
Hearst Fashion and Luxury Collection - A Part of Hearst Digital Media

A Part of Hearst Digital Media

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we back.

©2023 Hearst Magazine Media, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Privacy NoticeCA Notice at CollectionYour CA Privacy Rights/Shine the LightDAA Industry Opt OutTerms of UseSite Map
Cookies Choices