What should I give the newlyweds?
The birds are chirping in the branches, the trees are full of blossom, and in the distance, aren't those wedding bells ringing? Oh yes, it's wedding season again! And for all of you who already have an invitation or two pinned to your fridge, it's high time to start thinking about a gift for the bride and groom. Because showing up at the wedding of good friends, girlfriends, or relatives empty-handed or with an awkward gift is an absolute no-go.
Gift etiquette.
Wedding gifts cause many people to ponder: How much money is appropriate? Does it always have to be money? Where should I put my gift? We've summarized the most important things for you:
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Take a look at the invitation . Often, the couple will specify whether and what kind of gifts they'd like. Should it be a contribution to the celebration, or is there a gift list for their new home? If in doubt, ask!
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There's no set rule regarding how much to give as a cash gift. The amount depends, among other things, on your relationship with the bride and groom. You can't go wrong with €50 per person. Close relatives and witnesses often give €100 or more. A wedding only happens once in a lifetime (at best) – so be generous.
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Of course, you can give money with a card. But that's quite boring and interchangeable. You'll be remembered if you get creative! Why not combine the cash gift with an object you can touch and unwrap?
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If money isn't explicitly requested, a shared activity is a great gift. This way, you spend time together and create unforgettable memories.
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Leave your gifts in your bag or car during the ceremony. Once you arrive at the venue, look for a gift table or ask a witness where to place your gift. Often, the bride and groom's parents or witnesses collect the cash gifts and take them to a safe place. Under no circumstances should you simply leave your gift lying around unattended.
FLSK products with personalized engraving.
You probably know this from your own experience: You are most pleased with gifts that have a personal touch but also a practical use. In other words, a good mix of emotional and real value. With the FLSK drinking bottle or the FLSK coffee mug as a wedding gift, you'll score full marks for both criteria. The high-quality tableware will accompany the bride and groom through warm and cold days, and thanks to a personalized engraving, it evokes fond memories: "Do you remember...?" Ah! Here are some inspirations for suitable engraving texts :
FLSK drinking bottle + event.
The FLSK drinking bottle may be just one object, but it still opens up endless possibilities for surprising the bride and groom. How? With its bottle shape, the FLSK can symbolize many non-material gifts: a gourmet dinner at the hottest restaurant in town, a wine tasting outing, or an extensive champagne breakfast at your home. Simply print out a suitable image or design a voucher, roll it up, and place it in the FLSK drinking bottle. How about engraved with "The way to a person's heart is through their stomach"?
Pro tip : If you're good at banknote origami , you can also fold artistic flowers and place them in the FLSK water bottle like a vase. In addition to the classics, you can also engrave the muki or FLSK with thematically appropriate phrases, such as "Reaches to the horizon" or "For your love nest."
