You’ve prepared the favors for each of your guests as tokens of thanks for sharing in your big day. Similarly, you’ve purchased gifts for those in your bridal party to show your gratitude for their participation. Is there someone you’ve overlooked? Don’t forget to present your spouse-to-be with something special, just before you say “I do.”

There are various routes to take when it comes to selecting a personal gift for this extraordinary moment. Your gift can be romantic, thoughtful or silly – it’s up to you and what you think will most please your partner. Here are a few ideas to get your thoughts flowing:

Gifts for your bride

You can’t go wrong with a piece of jewelry for her to wear when she walks down the aisle. Considering you probably don’t know what her dress looks like, it’s best to go with something simple but elegant, such as a bracelet or earrings accented with diamonds.

An heirloom is the perfect treasure for your bride on her wedding day. For example, a handkerchief or brooch from an important woman in your life (such as your mother or grandmother) would be a nice addition to her bridal attire. Note that your bride can add the brooch to her bouquet for a chic touch.

A ‘pamper package’ given to her the night before your nuptials will prepare her for the day ahead. Fill a basket with sweet smelling bath salts, oils and bubbles. Include candles and matches, along with a towel, robe or slippers. Lastly, enclose a note letting your woman know that she can relax tonight while you anticipate tomorrow…the best day of your lives.

Gifts for your groom

A nice wrist or pocket watch is a great addition to a well-dressed groom.

A classy pen or money clip is another standard gift that can be customized with a special engraving, such as your groom’s initials or your wedding date.

Cufflinks are a fun touch. Plus they come in all styles from formal to unique to humorous!

Gifts for either a bride or groom

A simple but intimate letter meant for your lover to read just before the ceremony. It can make her laugh, cry or cause a plethora of emotions.

A pre-wedding CD is homemade, customizable and extremely entertaining. Fill it with songs that you two love and include “your song(s).” Give it to your special someone to listen to while you are apart for the 24 hours before the ceremony.

A poem or song lyrics written especially for your partner are particularly meaningful because they are one-of-a-kind. So is a piece of art that you’ve painted, sketched or sculpted.
An album, scrapbook or photo journal of your relationship is a beautiful way to reminisce on the memories that you’ve created together.

A gift basket filled with your other-half’s favorite snacks and treats is a lighthearted take on pre-wedding gift giving. There’s little that’s more delicious than a made-to-order basket of goodies.
Perfume or cologne is a sweet present that can be worn on the big day and for many days thereafter.

A handkerchief, personalized with your initials, wedding date or a message of love is an appropriately simple token for your day of nuptials.

Hopefully this list has you one step closer to finding the most amazing gift for your most amazing person. Remember that your gift shouldn’t be based on monetary standards, rather from your heart. It should serve solely as a thoughtful gesture for your ‘soon-to-be.’