13 Thoughtful Wedding Gifts for Parents

Planning & Advice

It’s all about gifts at the moment with Christmas on the horizon but your wedding day is also a lovely opportunity to give a little token of thanks to loved ones like your parents! Your parents have been through it all with you and have helped you become the person you are today so naturally your wedding day is a big deal for them. If you’re looking to say a huge thank you for all they’ve done for you both on the lead up to the wedding (picks ups, cash, a helpful ear perhaps) and along the way, some heartfelt words will mean the world to them. But if you want a little something for the wedding morning, there are some really sweet and thoughtful wedding gift ideas they’ll love. Check out 13 of our favourites below…

1. Surprise Your Dad with a Heartfelt Message on his Tie

Photo via Sew Happy Girls on Etsy

2. Pick up a Personalised Print as a Keepsake

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Photo via Etsy

3. Or A Sweet Personalised Hankie for Their Happy Tears

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Photo by Love by Serena via Style Me Pretty | Photo by Adam Barnes Fine Art Photography via Style Me Pretty

4. Some Socks for Himself

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Photo via Pinterest | Every Step of the Way via Etsy

5. Or Some Robes so They Feel the Part on The Wedding Morning

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Photo from Michael & Lauren’s real wedding by Michelle Prunty Photography | Photo from Gina & Edward’s real wedding by Brenda McGuire

6. Pick Up a Sweet Matching Necklace Set for You & Your Mam

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Mother & Daughter Necklace Set via Etsy

7. Or Some Engraved Cuff Links for Your Dad

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Photo by Finn Mooney

8. A Personalised Tote Will Always Come in Handy

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Photo by Kellie Kano via Style Me Pretty

9. Fill a Gift Box Full of Your Mam or Dad’s Favourite Things

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Photo via Hello Splendid

10. A Mug will Get Lots of Use and Will Be a Gorgeous Reminder of the Big Day

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Mug from So Lovely Weddings on Etsy

11. A Special Hanger for Your Mum’s Gúna

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Photo via Pinterest

12. Write a Heartfelt Note in a Mother of the Bride or Groom Journal

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Journal via BHLDN

13. A Beautiful Frame with a Special Photo

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Frame via Little Peanut Gallery on Etsy