Wedding Gifts Under $50
By: Christian Gordun
Throwing a wedding can be an expensive undertaking (according to CNN Money, the average cost of a wedding in 2012 in the United States was $28,400!), but just attending a wedding can run you a pretty penny, especially when you add up accommodations, travel and attire.
And then there’s the gift. When it comes to picking a present for the bride and groom, you want to be generous and unique, but still mindful of your child’s college fund. We’ve found five fabulous gifts guaranteed to send the newlyweds off in style.
Smart Tools Kitchen Stand for Tablets from Williams-Sonoma – $49.95
Is this the couple that doesn’t leave home without their matching iPads? And do they feel most at home whipping up elaborate French recipes after work? This nifty kitchen stand will let them watch videos, search recipes and video chat mid-sauté.
Shane Powers Hanging Glass Bubble Collection from West Elm – $22 - $24
Terrariums are a whimsical way to dress up any space (we love them in the bathroom), and these hanging glass planters provide exciting visual interest. We think they are perfect for the bride with a green thumb or the one with a passion for interior design.
Mouton Noir Sampler 3Pk from Fab.com – $41
Is the happy couple spending their honeymoon in Napa Valley? In that case, you can’t go wrong with a few bottles of something celebratory as a wedding gift. This trio of wines from the Mouton Noir brand features three exceedingly quaffable selections.
20-Piece Pattern 518 Flatware Set from CB2 – $49.95
These days, flatware is often an afterthought in many households, where espresso machines and cast iron pans take a front seat. Help the bride and groom update their utensil drawer with this sleekly modern 20-piece set from CB2.
Slate Cheeseboard from ABC Carpet & Home – $35
Sourced from a family-owned quarry in upstate New York, this slate cheeseboard makes a thoughtful gift for the couple that loves to entertain. Not only does it make an elegant accent piece, but is impervious to fungus and mold and is dishwasher safe.
