Glassware: The perfect wedding present
Glassware: The perfect wedding present
With the Royal Wedding of 2011 only months away, the media's attention is turning to the ceremony, the guests and the wedding presents the happy couple Prince William and Kate Middleton will receive. Whether it's a decorative crystal vase or elaborate wine goblets, glassware is likely to feature in some shape or form.
Among ordinary people, the last decade or so has seen the rise and rise of the wedding list, with many newlyweds choosing in advance the gifts they will most need for married life and friends and family members buying items from the list. Although this form of gift giving is now the preferred option for many couples, it is still possible to make a strong statement and choose a very personal gift with glassware.
One of the main advantages of glassware as a wedding gift is that it can be either practical or decorative - or even both. An elaborate crystal jug looks superb as a display piece but can also be used to impress at dinner parties or other special occasions. Similarly, a special set of wine glasses look fantastic on their own but also serve a very practical purpose, especially when used to drink an expensive or rare bottle of wine.
When choosing a glassware gift, it is best to take this practical element into consideration; attics and lofts all over the country are full of unwanted wedding gifts that people can't bear to give way for fear of causing offence. By choosing something that is likely to be used, even if only from time to time, you increase the chance that your glassware wedding gift goes on to give years of service to the recipients, rather than just cluttering up storage space.
It is also important to remember that you are buying for someone else rather than yourself and that rather than taking a risk on an edgy piece of glassware to impress, it may be best to go for something more classically elegant. Most major department stores stock a wide range of timeless designs that are well-suited to any occasion and a simple but attractive set of wine glasses is likely to give a lot more use and enjoyment than an avant-garde decanter.
Glassware also offers numerous possibilities for personalising your gift. Many drinks, from wine to beer to spirits like brandy and whisky, have their own special glasses that can enhance the drinking experience. Finding out what the newlyweds' favourite drinks are and choosing appropriate glasses is amounts to a very thoughtful gift. If you'd like to go a bit further, a special vintage bottle of wine or whisky to go with the glasses can make the perfect addition.
A glassware wedding gift is an excellent way to provide a thoughtful and unique present to a newlywed couple away from the constraints of the wedding list. With so much choice at hand, there is sure to be something suitable for everyone. Flights To Manila- A Different Place With Amazing Holidays Punta Cana, Dominican Republic Top Billed Family Trip Tips Villas Combos Good Food And Hot Spots Hydroxatone The Advanced Anti Wrinkle Cream That Delivers Visible Results Safe Ways Of Breast Uplift Edmonton Wedding DJ Service Pounds Till Payday- Cover Up Your Over Dues Go With A Flower Shop Who Specializes In Weddings What Do You Need To Earn Your Degree Online? Cool Clothing For Kids The Golden Shopping Season---Attractive Christmas Gifts from DinoDirect.com Spring is a good time to install double glazing Herbal Cosmetics, A Harmless Way To Enhance Women's Beauty Measuring For The Perfect Plus Size Designer Dresses Fit So You Can Look And Feel Your Best