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Wedding season is in full swing, and while most of us are excited at the prospect of seeing friends and family members gathered together for a happy occasion, there’s always the stress of picking out the perfect gift. If you’re shopping for a couple who doesn’t have a registry, or you feel uncomfortable giving cash, we’ve got you covered.

We’ve found the best wedding gifts for any couple, whether their interests are whipping up new recipes from their favorite celebrity chef, traveling off-the-beaten path, or just lounging around and gaming. Our picks are based on items our editors have actually gifted as wedding guests in the past, along with 4.0+ star-rated products from well-trusted brands. Regardless of what you pick, expect to receive a thoughtful thank you card in return.

1. Sony LSPX-S3 Glass Sound Speaker

At Rolling Stone we take audio gear very seriously, which is why our very first recommendation in this guide is Sony’s stylish speaker that doubles as home decor. It features the latest audio technology, including support for 360 Reality, Sony’s new surround sound audio format — but also creates a warm, candle-lit atmosphere. Regardless of what they listen to, the couple you gift this to will enjoy it for a long, long time.

2. Stone + Lain Dinnerware Set

Every couple needs a good set of classy-looking dinnerware to impress family, friends, and other guests. Stone + Lain’s 16-piece set includes four mugs, four salad plates, four dinner plates, and four bowls. S+L offers this set in multiple colors and styles, but we’re recommending this matte black option because it won’t show nicks or scratches as easily.

3. GLDN Custom Celine Necklaces

Whether you’re gifting one half of the couple or both, the magic of this customizable jewelry piece from GLDN is that they can add extra star tags as their life (and family) grows. It’s more unique than your usual gold chain, and we love the practical balance between quality and budget-friendliness — the necklaces have a a thick layer of 14k gold, bonded to a brass core (overall giving them more gold than gold-plating alone). Create a constellation with their new family name they can keep close to their heart with this dainty, minimalist chain.

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4. Ooni Karu 12 Pizza Oven

Ooni’s Karu 12 is the best backyard pizza oven we’ve tested, and the ultimate gift for couples who love to host. The oven takes about 15 minutes to construct and heat, but can cook a 12-inch pizza in about a minute. We like this oven because it runs on wood pellets, so there’s no need to buy or refill a propane tank if you don’t want to (but you have the option to use multiple kinds of fuel). 

5. Ring Video Doorbell Plus

Ring’s Video Doorbell Plus is the ideal wedding present if you’re shopping for a couple who just moved into a new home, or wants to beef up their house’s security system. They’ll get alerts on their phone whenever someone approaches their front door, and have the ability to check the front of their property from anywhere at anytime. We’re recommending the Ring Video Doorbell Plus specifically because it can be battery powered, which makes installation simpler.

6. Philips Hue Smart Lightbulbs

Philips Hue Smart Lightbulbs are a fun wedding gift that can help make the couple’s home fancier. The bulbs can be screwed directly into any standard-sized fixture, and controlled using the Philips Hue app. The ability to put hard-to-reach lights on a set timer, or dim them in a room that has no dimmer is undeniably useful. This is the one smart home gift we can recommend giving to anyone you know.

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7. YETI Tundra 75

Yeti’s Tundra 75 is one of the best coolers we’ve tested, and a wedding gift guaranteed to last a lifetime. We like this model because it’s designed to hold 57 cans (plus ice) and keep them cool all day. It’s the ideal wedding gift for couples who love throwing parties by the lake, beach, or in the backyard.

8. Quince’s Emmett Recycled Performance Rug

A high quality rug is a staple piece of home decor that can change the vibe of any room it’s in. We like this one from Quince because it’s hand-tufted and made out of recycled materials. This is a great gift to give if you’ve really honed in on a couple’s decorating style. It’s especially easy to recommend  because Quince offers it in three sizes, from small (2.5 x 7 feet) to large (8 x 10 feet).

9. Breville Joule Turbo Sous Vide Machine

Brevile’s Joule Turbo Sous Vide is an excellent wedding present for a foodie who loves trying out new cooking techniques. The Joule Turbo circulates water at a pre-set temperature, so it can never over or undercook your food. With this tool, your friends or family members can make restaurant-quality meals at home with very little effort.

10. Samsung HW-Q60C 3.1ch Soundbar

Samsung HW-Q60C soundbar is an incredible wedding present for a couple who loves TV shows and movies. The 3.1 soundbar provides an immersive experience thanks to its support of Dolby Atmos, an audio technology that sends audio toward and above you. Many people don’t have enough space for a multi-speaker audio system, but with the HW-Q60C they won’t need one.

11. Our Place Home Cook Duo 

Non-stick cookware can be hit or miss, but Our Place’s Home Duo cookware set is the best we’ve tried. The ceramic-coated cookware stood up to anything we cooked on it, from greasy meat to thick sauces to pancakes and french toast. This set, which includes the viral Always Pan and Perfect Pot, are said to replace 16 pieces of traditional cookware, and will last any couple you gift it to a lifetime.

12. Sony BRAVIA XR A80L OLED TV

If you want to give somebody you know a show-stopping wedding present, Sony’s A80L is our top choice. The OLED TV, which starts at 55-inches, will blow their current set out of the water because of its incredible color reproduction, ultra-fast refresh rate (important for gaming), and easy to use software. Any gamer, cinephile, or streaming service devotee would love this set.

13. Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker

This Ninja Creami is one of the coolest wedding gifts to give, and not just because the ice cream maker churns out authentic frozen treats in less than 5 minutes. To use: freeze your mixture overnight, attach the pint to the machine, and then set the machine to churn on any of the presets (including gelato, sorbet, and even Italian ice). You can even use a setting to add any mix-ins you’d like (chocolate chips, nuts or even fruit). Many parts of the machine are also dishwasher safe, making this an easy-to-use and an easy-to-clean gadget. 

14. Paravel Aviator Grand

Getting a wedding gift for wanderlusts? Paravel’s Aviator Grand is the perfected checked bag for any trip they take, from their honeymoon to their anniversary. It’s large (but not unwieldy!), has ample pockets and straps to keep everything secure, and a three-digit lock to ensure the zippers don’t open mid-flight. This luggage will keep your friends and family’s stuff safe, so they can focus on enjoying their vacation instead of worrying about it.

15. Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air Portable Projector

Anker’s Nebula Mars 3 is a high-tech wedding gift a couple will never see coming. The projector can make a 1080P screen over 150-inches wide, and has a bright bulb that ensures they’ll be able to see details clearly. After testing, Anker’s Nebula Mars 3 edged out similar projectors because of its video performance, Dolby speaker system, and impressive array of built-in apps.

16. Cuisinart TOA-65 Air Fryer Toaster Oven

Appliances can seem like a played out wedding gift, but air fryers are an exception to that rule. They make cooking quicker, and potentially healthier. We’re recommending this combination toaster oven model from Cuisinart after several months of testing. If you’re shopping for a couple with ample counter space and a desire to experiment in the kitchen, they’ll really appreciate this gift.

17. A Celebrity Cameo Video

Giving the gift of a Cameo is the perfect way to surprise a couple with the same taste in music, movies, or TV. They’ll get a pre-recorded personalized message from a celebrity they’re a fan of to celebrate one of the highlights of their life. One thing to keep in mind is that the price of a Cameo does vary based on the performer, and particularly popular folks may have a backlog of requests to get through, so try to book a spot as early as possible.

18. Pay For A Trip With Airbnb

If the couple you’re shopping for are avid travelers (or maybe they need motivation to take a trip), consider a gift card to Airbnb. The gift card can be used for one of Airbnb’s thousands of stays, or they can put the card towards an Airbnb experience — either way this is an extremely thoughtful gift for honeymoon purposes or general jet-setting after the wedding.

19. Nixplay Smart Digital Picture Frame

A wedding is hopefully the start of a lifetime’s worth of new experiences for two important people in your life, and Nixplay’s Smart Digital Picture Frame can help the couple display their latest adventures for everyone to see. They can automatically upload pictures to the frame from an app on their phone, so its library is kept up to date. We like this particular frame because its HD display is roughly the size of an 8 x 10 photo.

20. The Bodi Bike

MyxFitness’ newly upgraded spin bike is an incredibly generous wedding gift for a fitness-focused couple. We’ve tried the bike, and found it incredibly intuitive to use, even for first-time riders who need a little help getting started. This new model has upgraded speakers, louder speakers, and more accurate sensors. MyxFitness’ subscription service includes unlimited access to pre-recorded classes at various lengths and levels of difficulty. This is a splurge, but a totally worthwhile gift (especially when you can save $400 right now with promo code BODIBIKE).

21. Vitamix Explorian Blender

Vitamix’s blenders are second-to-none and this Explorian model is a wonderful gift for couples who love smoothies. It’s roughly as powerful as Vitamix’s full-sized blenders, but takes up far less counter space. There’s very little this compact model can’t do, and it can even make nut butters and soups.

22. Cariloha Resort Sheets

Cariloha’s Resort Sheets are a gift that a wedding couple will actually use on a daily basis. They were designed to offer the luxurious look and feel of a premier vacation spot at home thanks to their bamboo construction and sateen finish. Cariloha’s sheet set comes with one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, and two pillowcases, and comes in a variety of sizes and colors.

23. Onsen Bath Towel Set

A towel set from Onsen is one of the most practical wedding gifts you can give to newlywed friends, but it’s also one of the best. Onsen’s towels are made out of ultra-absorbent Supima cotton woven into a waffle weave. It’s far thinner than a typical bath towel, but can dry you off more quickly. We’re recommending Onsen’s full bath towel set, which includes a bath towel, hand towel, and face towel.

24. Homesick Just Married Candles

Homesick’s candles are among the longest-lasting and most fragrant ones we’ve tested, and it’s Just Married scent is the perfect gifts for the occasion. This scent features a mix of sea salt, peach nectar, driftwood, lily of the valley, champagne and more. Homesick says the candle will burn for between 60 and 80 hours, and is made from natural soy wax. The couple can think about their special day each time they light this candle.

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25. Nintendo Switch

The Nintendo Switch is a perfect wedding gift to give a couple who enjoys playing video games. It can be played at home or on the go, and comes with two controllers, so they’re ready to play multiplayer games right out of the box. We recommend gifting them a copy of Mario Kart 8, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, or Splatoon 2 to help start their game collection.

26. Fracture Glass Photo Prints

Memorialize some of your favorite moments with your favorite couple by turning digital photos into Fracture prints. The company’s unique printing method prints your photo directly onto a single pane of glass. The result is a vibrant, one-of-a-kind gift the couple can display in their home. If you’re giving a gift after the wedding is over, you can use Fracture to print some of your favorite pictures from that day.