My best friend is renewing vows with her husband of 15 years in two weeks. I am performing at the ceremony, however, I would love to get them a gift, also. Just to note- they are not requesting gifts or anything like that, and do not really expect them. She is such a wonderful, selfless person that I think she deserves something special to remember this milestone. I was thinking something monographed with their names and/or number of years married. Any ideas? I thought of a picture frame but I am looking for some other creative ideas. Thanks for your suggestions!
EDIT: She didn't explicitly say no gifts. While I realize it's just not typically customary, I just wanted to give her a little something as a token of my support and friendship. She got married at the courthouse, so she never had a wedding. She was a bridesmaid in my wedding and we are very close friends. I want to make this as special a day for her as possible. So let me rephrase- the question isn't "if" I should get her something, it's "what".
I'll be with her before the ceremony and the plan is to give it to her in private. Thanks again!
When NO gifts are requested, PLEASE stay very conservative. An engraved picture frame WITH a picture would be OK. If your friend is as special as you say RESPECT her wishes.
Blessings....
We received a few personalized gifts that we love:
A "throw" with our names and wedding date on it. You could have the anniversary date instead. It stays on our couch all the time.
Some new towels with our monogram (my initial/last name initial/his initial). This is especially nice since the towels we got for our wedding are kind of worn now.
A monogrammed holder for a marriage license or certificate from the renewal of vows. It is a silver tube that you put the rolled up certificate in.
Since she got married at the courthouse andd didn't have the "wedding experience" she might like some monogrammed (etched) toasting flutes or something bridal like that.
I have to agree with Toni, if she said no gifts, it could create an awkward feeling for her or the other guests. However, a picture frame is a nice little gift that they would keep forever, without going too far outside of their wishes.
Wine, wine basket, engraved frame, vase.
I agree...keep it simple.
And, I would probably send the gift to the home beforehand, not bring it to the ceremony with you.
Have fun!
I think a gift is fine!! The more personal, the better. There is a website I love called www.personalizationmall.com. They have great monogramed, etc. stuff. The prices are reasonable and I've always been pleased with their products. (google search and I am sure you can even find a discount coupon code).
