Brides / Amelia Manley
You're already enough of a gift for your groom, but wedding tradition calls for a gift exchange between the newlyweds in the days leading up to the big event. However, shopping for your groom can be tough when you’re tasked with finding something extra special to express your love on such a momentous occasion.
When shopping for a groom's gift there are two routes you can choose: sentimental or useful. Sentimental gifts are an ode to your relationship—think maps signifying the history of your love or a token that calls back to your first date. Meanwhile, useful gifts are something they'll use beyond the wedding and can include big-ticket items they've been browsing, like a luxe weekend bag or high-tech sound system. You'll also want to consider the item's durability and price. To help you find the perfect gift for your perfect guy, we researched various gifts with these features in mind.
For stylish accessories he can wear on the wedding day, we love the GeorgieDesigns Personalized Cufflinks and the Tissot V8 Swissmatic Bracelet Watch. For a thoughtful gift that you can put on display in your home, we recommend giving the LovetoArtCo. Three-Heart Map to your sweet husband-to-be.
Read on for the best gifts for grooms.
GeorgieDesigns Personalized Cufflinks
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Etsy
This set of monogrammed cufflinks combines practicality and sentimentality in one simple gift. Not only can you have them designed with a personal message, but you can have it done in your own handwriting. They're made from durable stainless steel, and you can pick between a circle and square shape with steel, gold, rose gold, and gunmetal finishes. We can’t think of a sweeter gift for a groom to wear on the wedding day.
Price at time of publish: $68 for Steel-Round
LovetoArtCo. Three-Heart Map
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Etsy
First date, engagement day, and wedding day—map out your love story as a piece of art with this sentimental pick. Each heart shows the locations where all the significant milestones in your relationship occurred. You can choose between three sizes, as well as framed or unframed options. The frames can also be customized by finish so you can match yours to any decor. Your groom will be touched by such a thoughtful gift, and it’ll look so good above their nightstand.
Price at time of publish: $73 for 9X18 unframed print
Finch and Cotter Custom Star Map Poster
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Etsy
If you love your groom to the moon and back, this customizable constellation map is a dreamy gift. Pick the date and location (we suggest the day you met or got engaged), and this poster will feature a view of the night sky from that day and place. You can pick between three sizes, framed and unframed options, and customize the font color and style. Each star map is printed on matte paper with archival ink, so you know it's made to last.
Price at time of publish: $40 for 16X20 unframed
Minted Heart Marks the Spot Custom Map
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Minted
Melt your husband-to-be's heart with this custom map art print, which pinpoints the location of your wedding. Customize the color theme and frame, then personalize it with your names, wedding date, and venue location to make it extra special.
Price at time of publish: $65 for 8x8 Classic Framed
TealsPrairie Etched Scotch Whiskey Decanter Bottle
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Etsy
This vintage-inspired scotch bottle set is perfect for a shot with the groomsmen on the big day, but it will also keep your groom happy for years to come. If they already have their own designated glasses, you can purchase just the decanter. Otherwise, it has two-glass or four-glass set options. Customize it with his name for a personal touch—it’ll appear engraved on the wooden box and etched in the glassware.
Price at time of publish: $162
Uncommon Goods Create Your Own Reel Viewer
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Amazon
If you are looking for an affordable gift that will still pack a lot of sentimental value, try this personalized reel viewer. Simply send in your favorite photos of the two of you since the beginning of your relationship, and you’ll receive a made-to-order reel and viewer ready for viewing. The viewer comes in red, blue, black, and white color options, and you can opt to add in a reel redemption code to make another one later on (for your anniversary, father's day, and beyond).
Price at time of publish: $36
Uncommon Goods New York Times Custom Baseball Book
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Uncommon Goods
If your groom is an avid MLB fan, this gift will be a home run. This book dips into the New York Times archives to assemble a collection of articles covering the most significant sports moments of a baseball team’s history. Pick your groom’s favorite team and have the cover embossed with their name for a personal touch.
Price at time of publish: $80 for book only
Mark & Graham Linen Handkerchief
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Give your groom something to wipe away their tears when they see you for the first time on the big day with this handkerchief. It looks as soft as it is handsome. It's made from 100 percent linen and measures 13 x 13 inches. You can have it embroidered with their monogram for a special touch. Even better, this is a gift your groom can use far beyond the wedding day.
Tissot V8 Swissmatic Bracelet Watch
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Amazon
Your groom will never have an excuse for being late with this stunner on their wrist. Made of stainless steel and a sapphire crystal face, this watch manages to be both classic and handsome. But it gets even better—it’s also water-resistant for up to 330 feet, so they can swim or shower with it on. This watch comes with a two-year warranty, so you can rest assured your purchase is fully protected.
Price at time of publish: $300
Mark & Graham Harvey Leather Briefcase
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Mark & Graham
For the groom who's serious about their job, this briefcase carries it all—notebooks, laptops, pens, smartphones–you name it, there’s a place for it. But it’s just as gorgeous as it is functional, fashioned out of pebbled leather with a removable shoulder strap. There’s no doubt it’ll make your S.O. look smart and stylish heading into work. You can choose between black, espresso, and chocolate finishes, and you can get it monogrammed to add a personal touch.
Price at time of publish: $299
Mark & Graham GrowlerWerks uKeg With Tap Handle
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Mark & Graham
If your groom loves beer, they’ll love you even more upon opening this gift. This stainless steel mini keg will keep beer fresh and cold for up to two weeks. A dispenser tap and copper finish give it old-school brewery vibes, while a monogram adds a personal touch. A stainless steel finish is also available, and each mini keg is available in 64 or 128 ounces. Make sure to give this to your groom after the wedding and not before—the groom and groomsmen might have too much fun with it.
Price at time of publish: $179 for 64 oz Stainless Steel
Made Leather Co. Navigator Duffle
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Made Leather Co.
Sleek and sexy, this gorgeous duffle bag is everything your groom needs for a weekend away with you. Made of goat leather and crafted by artisans in Morocco, it has room for everything from T-shirts and sweaters to an on-the-go shaving kit. The crossover strap is adjustable, but it can also be removed if they prefer to carry it by the handles instead. The interior is made from durable suede so this duffle will last your groom through your honeymoon and beyond.
Price at time of publish: $520
Revel Avila Añejo
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If your groom is a tequila or mezcal aficionado, they'll love this unique spirit that's crafted from 100 percent pure agave in the Morales region of Mexico. Aged for 24 months in a French oak barrel and triple distilled, this golden elixir has heady notes of cardamom, caramel, and vanilla. Your groom can take a shot of this on the big day and mix it into homemade cocktails later on.
Price at time of publish: $150
Sonos One Smart Speaker Gen 2
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Amazon
Made for the music aficionado, the Sonos One is as smart as it is loud. Made with Google Assistant and Alexa built-in, these speakers are great for streaming music, audiobooks, movies, and more. Even better, the speaker can sync up with other Sonos speakers to create a full home audio system. It's equipped with voice control and emits plenty of bass. Your groom can use this to get pumped up on the big day with their groomsmen and so much more.
Price at time of publish: $220
Uncommon Goods Forever Together Photo Coasters
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Uncommon Goods
To add a sentimental touch to your groom's favorite drinking glass, gift them these stunning coasters. Pick four of your favorite photos as a couple, and they'll come shipped to you on tumbled marble coasters with a cork backing. You can further the personalization with different captions on each—we recommend adding your names on one, your engagement date on another, and so forth. These coasters are built to last, and your groom can use them for a pre-wedding ceremony drink on the big day and any night after.
Price at time of publish: $65 without Captions
What to Look for in Gifts for Grooms
Finding the perfect gift for your favorite guy can be a challenge. It is your wedding day, after all! So you want it to be special and memorable. For a special token on your wedding day, you can't go wrong with a sentimental gift that represents your relationship and celebrates your love. Something customizable is always a good option, as it can be made unique to him or the two of you as a couple.
You might also consider a gift that he can use on the wedding day or after all of the wedding festivities are done. From cufflinks and a high-end bottle of tequila for the big day to new speakers for your home, a useful and practical gift is something that any groom will appreciate–and you can even opt for a personalized item to add a special touch. You'll also want to consider the item's durability and price. If you opt for a practical gift, you want it to be something that can last him a long time.