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As the invitations swiftly line-up for the upcoming wedding season, you typically should not have much to worry about. All you need to do is to dress well and enjoy yourself. So what about the gift? We are never sure on what to get the lovely pair. Some grooms and brides are easy to please, you can get them photo frames, kitchen blender, or do some jewellery online shopping for a suitable pieces. Then there are those who are closer to us and we need to come up with something clever and thoughtful. However, there are a few doubts they plague us.

How to choose a Gift - Etiquette and Practicality

1. There is the issue of the budget. If you believe that the amount you need to spend on a gift should be close to the amount the hosts spends on your, you are sorely mistaken. What you spend depends on how close you are to the couple and your financial situation. You can get a meaningful gift at both a budgeted or flamboyant rate.

1. While the couples abroad have a concept called wedding gift registry, the concept is not popular amongst Indians. However, it does not mean that you cannot choose from one. Find an online gift registry list for a few ideas.

1. Group gifts are totally acceptable. In fact, your purchasing power will be so much better and getting a single expensive jewellery set is better and more significant.

1. The myth about have up to a year to get a suitable gift is untrue.  Gifts typically should be given at the engagement ceremony, before the wedding, on the wedding date or perhaps a month after the duo has settled down.

1. If you think that it is unsuitable to give money, you need to think again. Some couples, for instance, those moving abroad can do more with ready cash. They will not be in a position to carry all their gifts in the limited baggage space, unless they are small items like jewellery sets.

10 Gifting Ideas

Here are some thoughtful ideas, that suits most newlyweds

1. Porcelain and chinaware: They are said to bring good luck. If the couple is setting up a new place they will need lots of this. You can pick out dinner sets, tea sets, vases, show pieces or kitchenware like, casseroles, pans or cooking pots.

1. Framed Pictures: Although a traditional idea, framed pictures in reality make great gifts because they have a personal touch to them. You can choose pictures of the couple, things they like or even places cherish. If you are an artist and have the time, why not do a painting for them.

1. An Experience: Do something they can enjoy immediately after the wedding. Pay for a part of their honeymoon, or a specific itinerary on their list. You can even consider restaurant gift certificates, premium or gold movie tickets or massage and spa packages.

1. Nothing like Jewellery: This is timeless gift, from exquisite dress watches to simple ornaments they make for memorable choices. The option of jewellery online shopping saves you a lot of time and presents you with numerous choices.

1. Antiques: While other might get them contemporary pieces, antiques will be unique. Search for clocks, frames, jewellery box, show pieces or jewellery sets.

1. Electronics: There is nothing like too much technology and it is something that newlyweds will definitely use. From grooming sets to kitchen equipments like coffee makers and rice cookers to personal items like DVD players, wireless headphones, MP3 players, the choices are endless.