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Unique gifts for weddings

14 best gifts for weddings

Our selection of unique gifts for weddings: wedding gifts such as a casserole dish, a stand mixer and a set of wine glasses. See our range of gifts perfect for the person in your life who loves celebrating a wedding.

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  1. Le Creuset Signature round casserole, 24cm, Volcanic

    Le Creuset Signature round casserole, 24cm, Volcanic

    A Le Creuset casserole is the kind of cookware people keep for decades. This 24cm, 4.2-litre round dish in classic Volcanic orange is a good size for stews, braises and even bread, and it goes from hob to oven to table.

    Pros

    • Lasts for decades.
    • Hob to oven to table.
    • Classic Volcanic colour.

    Cons

    • Heavy.
    • Expensive for one pan.
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  2. KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L stand mixer, Empire Red

    KitchenAid Artisan 4.8L stand mixer, Empire Red

    The KitchenAid Artisan is the stand mixer most bakers would love to own. It has a 4.8 litre stainless steel bowl, ten speeds and a flat beater, whisk and dough hook, so it covers cakes, meringues and bread. The tilt head makes it easy to add ingredients and swap tools. It's a big present, but it's one they'll use for years.

    Pros

    • Flat beater, whisk and dough hook included.
    • Ten speeds and a 4.8 litre bowl.
    • Works with KitchenAid attachments.

    Cons

    • Expensive.
    • Heavy and needs a permanent spot on the worktop.
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  3. Smeg KLF03 retro kettle, cream

    Smeg KLF03 retro kettle, cream

    Smeg's 50s-style kettle is the one people are happy to leave on show. This is the KLF03 in cream, a classic shade that suits most kitchens, and it brings a bit of retro style to every cup of tea.

    Pros

    • Iconic retro design.
    • Classic cream colour.

    Cons

    • Pricier than a standard kettle.
    • Shows splashes and fingerprints.
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  4. Riedel Wine Friendly 002 red-wine glasses, set of four

    Riedel Wine Friendly 002 red-wine glasses, set of four

    Four matching stemmed glasses make a more substantial table gift than a single novelty goblet. This Wine Friendly set is made from crystal glass and intended for red wine, with a rounded bowl and a clear finish. It fits a home where they're furnishing a dining table or replacing a mixed collection. Check their cupboard space and existing glasses first, because four stems need somewhere safe to live.

    Pros

    • Four matching crystal glasses for the table.
    • Rounded bowl designed for red wine.

    Cons

    • Fragile stemware that needs safe cupboard space.
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  5. Riedel Cabernet decanter

    Riedel Cabernet decanter

    A decanter lets a red wine breathe and makes even a weeknight bottle feel like an occasion. Riedel's Cabernet decanter holds a full bottle and has a wide base for plenty of air. It's made in Austria from clear crystal glass and goes in the dishwasher, which wine lovers will appreciate after a long dinner.

    Pros

    • Holds a full bottle.
    • Wide base lets wine breathe.
    • Dishwasher safe.

    Cons

    • Hard to dry inside by hand.
    • Takes up cupboard space.
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  6. Cocktail Kingdom Koriko weighted shaking tins

    Cocktail Kingdom Koriko weighted shaking tins

    This set pairs a small and a large weighted steel tin that seal together for shaking. It's the two-tin style bartenders use, without the built-in strainer that clogs on a cheap three-piece shaker.

    Pros

    • Weighted stainless-steel tins.
    • Easy to clean.

    Cons

    • Needs a separate strainer.
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  7. LEGO Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet 10342

    LEGO Botanicals Pretty Pink Flower Bouquet 10342

    A brick-built bouquet of pink flowers. It is a flower gift that never wilts, for a wedding or housewarming.

    Pros

    • Lasts for ever.
    • Soft colour scheme.

    Cons

    • Needs a vase.
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  8. Le Creuset Stoneware Petite Round Casserole, 0.25L, Bamboo

    Le Creuset Stoneware Petite Round Casserole, 0.25L, Bamboo

    A small stoneware casserole dish in Bamboo green. It suits baking single portions, serving dips or storing small amounts of food.

    Pros

    • Le Creuset stoneware.
    • Under £25.

    Cons

    • Only holds a single portion.
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  9. UGREEN MagFlow 25W 3-in-1 Qi2 charging station

    UGREEN MagFlow 25W 3-in-1 Qi2 charging station

    A folding charging stand that charges an iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods from one plug. It packs flat for travel.

    Pros

    • Charges three devices.
    • Folds flat.

    Cons

    • Made for Apple devices.
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  10. Nespresso Vertuo Pop by De'Longhi

    Nespresso Vertuo Pop by De'Longhi

    A compact pod coffee machine that makes espresso and larger mugs. It heats up quickly and takes little space.

    Pros

    • Compact.
    • Several cup sizes.

    Cons

    • Uses Nespresso Vertuo pods only.
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  11. Breville Barista Max espresso machine

    Breville Barista Max espresso machine

    A bean-to-cup style espresso machine with a built-in grinder and steam wand for milk. It suits home baristas.

    Pros

    • Built-in grinder.
    • Steam wand.

    Cons

    • Needs counter space.
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  12. ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, 100g

    ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, 100g

    A cleansing balm that melts makeup and sunscreen from the skin, in a 100g tub.

    Pros

    • Removes makeup.
    • Well-known brand.

    Cons

    • Strong scent.
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  13. iRobot Roomba Plus 515 robot vacuum and mop combo

    iRobot Roomba Plus 515 robot vacuum and mop combo

    A robot vacuum and mop that empties itself and washes its mop pad at the dock.

    Pros

    • Vacuums and mops.
    • Self-emptying dock.

    Cons

    • Costs over £500.
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  14. Virgin Experience Days gift card, £100

    Virgin Experience Days gift card, £100

    A gift card for Virgin Experience Days that the recipient spends on activities, spa days and meals.

    Pros

    • Recipient chooses.
    • Posted as a physical card.

    Cons

    • Needs to be spent on the Virgin site.
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What to buy someone who loves getting married

The best gifts for weddings are things a couple will use in their first home together. Kitchen gifts such as a casserole, a mixer or a kettle suit most couples, and good glasses go with any wedding meal. Check the gift list first, as couples often register for the big items. Choose a colour that matches their kitchen if you know it.

How we picked these gifts for weddings

We picked each product for what weddings enjoy and because it makes sense as a present. The order is our own choice. The pros and cons come from published product details, not customer reviews.

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