Who Do I Buy Gifts For? | The Ultimate Wedding Gift Guide
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When it comes to planning your wedding, there are so many people who help you along the way and ensure your wedding day is a day to remember! There are so many traditions when it comes to gift-giving and figuring out who to give a gift to can get a little tricky! Depending on your budget, how many people are in your bridal party and the size of your family all play into account when it comes to determining who to give your appreciation to. Read our ultimate wedding gift guide below to help you in this process, but remember, your big day is about you! Don’t get caught up in the stresses of gifting!
Who gets a gift?
With so many people involved in your big day, it can get confusing on who should get a gift. Giving gifts is a thoughtful and sweet way to show your gratitude and thank them for being a shoulder to cry on, a personal hype team, a giver of great advice and more. Since buying gifts can be a big expense, we have created a list of who you should include on your shopping list and how to budget appropriately for them! Plus we have curated wedding gift guides through our Amazon shop to help ease the stress of finding the right gifts for the right people!
- wedding party
- shower hosts
- wedding helpers
- children in the wedding party
- parents & important family members
- spouse
- helpful wedding vendors (optional)
When to give out gifts?
Now that you have selected the people you want to give gifts to, it’s important to also know the appropriate time to deliver the presents. Although there is no strict guideline of rules as to when a gift needs to be given, we have taken into account common wedding traditions and timelines to give you our best suggestions.
Gifts for Each Other
Typically, a bride or groom will give their gift to their spouse on the day of the wedding to create an intimate moment. Bonus points if you have it captured on camera whether you are together or apart!
Parents & Family
When it comes to parents, it is truly a special moment when you give their gifts a few days before the wedding, such as the rehearsal dinner, followed by a toast of praise and gratification.
Wedding Party
When it comes to your wedding party, it depends solely on the gift you have selected. If you have chosen a gift for your bridesmaids or groomsmen to wear on your big day, it’s wise to give their gift during the wedding day brunch, but if you feel too overwhelmed, the rehearsal dinner is a great choice too! Also, giving their gift while they are getting ready removes the risk of your bridal party forgetting it before they have to head out to help with the wedding festivities!
The Littles
For youngsters like your flower girl or ring bearer, determining when to give them their gift depends on the child’s age. For young children, it may be fun to give them an interactive gift such as a toy or craft before the rehearsal dinner so they can be entertained during the long speeches and the wedding reception. If they are a bit older, their gift can be given right before the wedding so they feel a part of the wedding fun!
Unique Austin Wedding Gifts & Guest Favors
Savir Foods
Savir Foods brings bold, globally inspired flavor to Austin with handcrafted hot sauces rooted in Chef Josue Rivas’ Peruvian heritage. Made in small batches with natural ingredients, their award-winning sauces range from mild and creamy to smoky and spicy—and have even been featured on Hot Ones.
For couples looking for unique Austin wedding favors, bachelor party gifts, or thoughtful wedding party thank-you gifts, Savir Foods offers a fun and flavorful way to celebrate. Whether you’re filling wedding welcome bags, gifting your groomsmen, or sending guests home with something memorable, their handcrafted hot sauces add a little extra heat to any celebration!
Austin Wedding Stickers
Looking for wedding favors your guests will actually want to take home? Austin Wedding Stickers brings a fun, interactive twist to traditional wedding favors with their custom sticker vending machines! From illustrations of your pets and wedding venue to personalized designs featuring your names, wedding date, and favorite details, each sticker is thoughtfully created to reflect your celebration.
Perfect for Austin weddings, rehearsal dinners, and other wedding weekend festivities, their personalized wedding stickers double as unique guest keepsakes and a memorable reception experience. It’s a creative way to let your guests take home a little piece of your special day!
Interested in getting your gifts locally? Check out our list of our local gift vendors here!
