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The wedding <\/span>countdown<\/span> is officially on. Whether you’re shopping for heartfelt <\/span>engagement gifts<\/span> for a friend, family member, or coworker, we have a full list of suggestions to narrow down your search.<\/span><\/p>\n Unlike weddings and bridal showers, <\/span>an <\/strong>engagement party<\/strong><\/span><\/a> rarely comes with a registry. (Since the <\/span>happy couple<\/span> just <\/span><\/i>promised to be wed, they haven’t had the opportunity to start their pre-wedding shopping spree.) While cash, checks, or <\/span>gift cards<\/span> are always appreciated, you may want to get them something a bit more personal. From <\/span>personalized<\/span> keepsakes<\/span> to must-have items for their home, these gifts will line the celebratory path until the couple says “<\/span>I do<\/span>.”\u00a0<\/span> When looking for a wonderful <\/span>engagement gift<\/span> for the soon-to-be <\/span>newlyweds<\/span>, consider their personalities and lifestyle. Do they enjoy entertaining guests? Do they fancy themselves DIY mixologists? Do they love to travel? Here are some of our favorite <\/span>gift ideas that<\/span> would be perfect to bring to their <\/span>engagement party<\/a><\/strong> and congratulate the couple on their exciting news.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The couple just added a little bling to their wardrobe, and now they need a fashionable way to store their rings. These <\/span>velvet ring boxes<\/a><\/strong> can be easily <\/span>personalized<\/span> with both their initials. Plus, each box contains a secret compartment where they can keep their proposal photo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While many <\/span>gift boxes<\/span> can seem impersonal these days, we’re currently swooning over this one from <\/span>Marigold & Grey<\/a><\/strong>. You can select the couple-to-be\u2019s titles (i.e., Mr. and Mr., Mr. and Mrs., or Mrs. and Mrs.), select your greeting, and decide whether to include a handwritten card. Each box includes a tea towel, treats (flavors vary), mug set, candles, and other gifts from artisan businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n Now that <\/span>wedding planning<\/span> season has officially begun, the couple may find themselves entertaining more than ever before. This Salvia <\/span>marble and wood <\/strong>cheese board<\/strong><\/span><\/a> from Crate & Barrel makes an exceptional presentation of cheese, charcuterie, or fresh fruits. This is one of those stylish yet practical engagement gifts that the couple is sure to love for years to come.<\/span><\/p>\n As every married person will tell you, there\u2019s no worse feeling than having your newly-polished engagement ring get washed down the drain (yikes!). These adorable, specked <\/span>jewelry dishes<\/a><\/strong> are perfect for keeping in the washroom, next to the kitchen sink, or on the nightstand. Whether the gift recipient is cleaning the house, washing their hands, or simply taking a snooze, they can rest assured their engagement ring is safe.<\/span><\/p>\n With a new engagement, two families have officially promised to become one. Celebrate this “intersection” of two last names with this <\/span>unique photo frame<\/a><\/strong> from <\/span>Uncommon Goods<\/span>. The black and white design features a crossroads sign with two last names, symbolizing the start of the <\/span>happy couple\u2019s<\/span> new union.<\/span><\/p>\n Now that the <\/span>two lovebirds are engaged<\/a><\/strong>, there is plenty of toasting to do. Raise your glass to the future spouses with these <\/span>Athena Pave flutes<\/a><\/strong> from Things Remembered. The design includes a laurel leaf accent, while the glasses can be engraved with the <\/span>couple’s names<\/span> and the date of their engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n Ok, we know, we know<\/span> \u2014 <\/span><\/i>there are roughly seven million engagement <\/span>coffee mugs<\/span> available on the internet. But these <\/span>(middle (ring) finger mugs<\/a><\/strong> had us doubled over laughing, so we couldn’t exclude them from our list. This designer on <\/span>Etsy<\/span> can print the hilarious design on mugs, <\/span>wine glasses<\/span>, or ring boxes, delivering a smile to the couple day after day.<\/span><\/p>\n Every couple wants to remember the road that led to the altar and happily ever after. And what better way to do that than with this <\/span>anniversary book<\/a><\/strong> that\u2019s made to look like an issue of the New York Times? Fill this one-of-a-kind <\/span>keepsake<\/span> with photos, stories, and other anecdotes of the couple, then present it at their <\/span>engagement party<\/span>. (Pro tip: Invite other friends and family members to submit stories for the couple, making it an even more cherished gift.)<\/span><\/p>\n After the <\/span>wedding day<\/span>, the couple will jetset off on their once-in-a-lifetime vacation. To start the <\/span>countdown<\/span> to their honeymoon, give them this <\/span>vacation <\/strong>gift set<\/strong><\/span><\/a> found on Amazon<\/span>, with an engraved pen, <\/span>personalized<\/span> luggage tags, and memorable passport holder. It’s a <\/span>great gift<\/span> to commemorate a lifetime of travel adventures together.<\/span><\/p>\n Every <\/span>bride-to-be<\/span> wants the opportunity to show off her <\/span>newly engaged status<\/a><\/strong>. These fun <\/span>“Engaged AF” tumblers<\/a><\/strong> are perfect for toting around on the go or tossing in a desk drawer or gym bag. Plus, they come in a number of fun color combos, like glitter blush or blush floral.<\/span><\/p>\n From the official <\/span>engagement date<\/span> to the <\/span>big day<\/span>, every couple loves counting down through wedding season. As a thoughtful <\/span>engagement present<\/span>, <\/span>personalize<\/span> this gorgeous <\/span>brass easel and calendar<\/a><\/strong> from <\/span>Artifact Uprising<\/span> with photos of the forever couple. Choose your script then upload the couple’s photos to finish the project.<\/span><\/p>\n If you’re looking for a <\/span>unique engagement gift<\/span>, why not give them a wine bottle commemorating their engagement? This <\/span>bottle of wine<\/a><\/strong> can be engraved with several dates, including the couple’s first date, <\/span>engagement date<\/span>, and future wedding date.<\/span><\/p>\n What’s the best part of getting engaged? Engagement photos<\/span>, <\/span><\/i>of course! Now that the couple’s old iPhone selfies are replaced with some professional shots, they need a proper <\/span>photo frame<\/span>. This gold-plated <\/span>8×10 frame from <\/strong>Kate Spade New York<\/strong><\/span><\/a> is the gorgeous upgrade the soon-to-be-<\/span>married couple<\/span> needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Alright, so the wedding cake won’t be served for several more months \u2014 but this <\/span>gorgeous glass cake plate<\/a><\/strong> from Williams Sonoma still makes for a <\/span>great gift<\/span>. Simply flip the glass dome upside down, and this cake plate becomes a punch bowl, making it an exceptional tool for entertaining. In addition, you can <\/span>monogram<\/span> this piece for an additional $12, making it one of the most memorable (and multifunctional) <\/span>engagement gifts<\/span> you can give.<\/span><\/p>\n Design: Claudia Owen<\/p><\/div>\n Now that the <\/span>happy couple<\/span> is engaged, it’s time to raise your glasses and toast, “<\/span>Congrats<\/span>!” We hope these <\/span>personalized engagement gifts<\/span> gave you some winning ideas for showering the soon-to-be-married duo with plenty of love.<\/span><\/p>\n While we adore the above options, the <\/span>best engagement gift<\/span> can’t be purchased in a store. Instead, the most treasured presents include time spent with loved ones \u2014 especially leading up to the <\/span>wedding day<\/span>. Therefore, if the couple hasn’t <\/span>planned their own engagement party yet<\/a><\/strong>, gather a small team together and throw a party for them.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/p>\n14 <\/b>Engagement Gift Ideas<\/b> for the <\/b>Happy Couple<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Monogrammed Velvet Ring Box\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
2. <\/b>Happily Ever After<\/b> Gift Box<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
3. Marble and Wood <\/b>Cheese Board<\/b><\/h3>\n
4. Minimalist <\/b>Ring Dish<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
5. Intersection of Love Photo Print\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
6. <\/b>Personalized<\/b> Champagne Flutes<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
7. Middle Ring Finger Engagement Mugs<\/b><\/h3>\n
8. New York Times Custom Anniversary Book\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
9. <\/b>Luggage Tags<\/b> and Passport Holder\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
10. Engaged AF <\/b>Tumbler<\/b><\/h3>\n
11. Brass Easel & Calendar\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
12. Special Dates <\/b>Bottle of Wine<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
13. With Love <\/b>Picture Frame<\/b>\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n
14. Glass Domed Cake Plate and Punch Bowl<\/b><\/h3>\n
These Heartfelt <\/b>Engagement Gifts<\/b> Will Be Cherished By the Couple\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n
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