Gift Guide: Holiday Gift Ideas for the Newlyweds' Home

What to buy the newlyweds for the holiday – without the help of their registry.

Gift Guide: Holiday Gift Ideas for the Newlyweds' Home

By Kelcy Christy

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Photo: Jana Williams Photography

If you recently attended your friend or family member's wedding, it will likely be their first holiday season as newlyweds! Instead of a traditional holiday gift, why not get them something they'll actually use? There are a number of gifts available for the home that can complement what they received from their registry!

Help them entertain for the holidays with items for their bar cart, including a copper-and-marble ice bucket and an etched decanter set, or satisfy both the coffee and tea lover with a two-in-one countertop appliance. Many online retailers are offering extended discounts for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, so look out for some steals as you're browsing the items listed.

Take a look at 16 holiday gift ideas for the newlyweds' home below! Click on each photo to learn more about the products, and let us know your favorites in the comments!

Marble and copper ice bucket holiday gift idea home

Ideal for the couple who loves to entertain, this beautiful white natural marble ice bucket with a stainless steel handle featuring a copper finish is the perfect gift for someone who has it all. It looks lovely on a bar cart too! "Marble & Copper Ice Bucket," $109.05 by Williams-Sonoma; williams-sonoma.com

Mr and Mrs ring dishes dish from BHLDN newylwed gift ideas

If your best friend just got married, a sweet gift for the holidays is a set of ceramic dishes to hold wedding rings when it's necessary to remove them and other special treasures. "Mr. & Mrs. Ring Dishes," $16 (set of 2) from BHLDN; bhldn.com

Black and Decker coffee and tea maker two in one

If one half of the newlywed pair likes coffee and the other prefers tea, this two-in-one coffee and tea maker keeps coffee grounds and tea leaves separate for hot cups of their favorite brews any time. It's the perfect compromise for newlyweds with different tastes in caffeinated beverages! "12-cup Coffee & Tea Maker," $69.99 by Black+Decker; target.com

Rabbit winged corkscrew black gift idea home newlyweds

There's no such thing as having too many wine bottle openers, and this winged corkscrew makes it easy for any vino-loving couple to pop open their favorite bottle of wine – whether it's just the two of them or for entertaining the in-laws. "Winged Corkscrew Wine Opener," $39.95 by Rabbit; williams-sonoma.com

Riedel Veritas Champagne Glass wedding gift for newlyweds holiday gifts

Made from high-quality crystal in Germany, these elegant Champagne glasses are fine, light, and perfect for toasting to the couple's new life – and possibly first holiday season – as a married couple. "Veritas" champagne glasses, $65 (set of 2) by Riedel; surlatable.com

His Hers and Ours decanter set BHLDN newlywed holiday gift idea home

Another great addition to the bar cart is this three-piece decanter set, which includes a decanter engraved with "Ours" along with two glasses hand-engraved with "His" and "Hers." Add a bottle of their favorite whiskey for a complete gift they'll both love. "His, Hers & Ours Decanter Set," $118 from BHLDN; bhldn.com

Villeroy and Boch blue and white dinnerware Casale collection holiday gift idea home

Even if the newlyweds had china on their wedding registry, they'll always appreciate more dinnerware for entertaining. The blue-and-white design pictured above offers a sophisticated take on the winter holiday season, which will be welcomed with open arms to the couple's new shared table. "Casale" dinnerware, prices vary by Villeroy & Boch; villeroy-boch.com/shop

Cuisinart four slice toaster stainless steel holiday gift idea newlywed home

Couples no longer have to fight over a burnt piece of toast if a bagel was made beforehand. This four-slice toaster will keep both halves of the pair happy with easily marked toasting options for bread, bagels, waffles, and more. "4-Slice Metal Toaster," $115 by Cuisinart; jcpenney.com

Gold key metal bottle opener from BHLDN holiday gift idea home

Wonderful for both the beer-lover and wine aficionado, this pretty gold key bottle opener has a secret corkscrew compartment that makes entertaining a breeze. "Passkey Bottle Opener," $22 from BHLDN; bhldn.com

Snowe stemless wine glass with red ornament inside holiday gift idea

Get the newlyweds their favorite bottle of wine and pair it with these dishwasher-safe stemless wine glasses for their beloved red, white, or rosé. "Stemless Wine Glass," $48 (set of 4) by Snowe; snowehome.com

Juiceman three in one juicer newlywed home gift ideas

Long after the pre-wedding diet has ended, couples still need a way to make their favorite blended and juiced beverages! This three-in-one tool allows them to make shakes and smoothies with the blender attachment, nutritious juice with the juice extractor, and fresh-pressed orange juice with the citrus juicer. "3-in-1 Total Juicer," $119.99 by Juiceman; juiceman.com

Pink quartz gold foil agate cheese board holiday gift idea newlywed home

Elevate entertaining to a rock-solid level with a pink quartz agate cheese board featuring a chic gilt border. Not only is it great for a charcuterie, but it's pretty enough to leave on the counter. "Agate Cheese Board" in Rose Quartz, $78 by Anthropologie; anthropologie.com

Snowe staycation black candle with white palm tree home newlywed gift idea

Not everyone goes on vacation for the holidays, but your favorite newlyweds can experience an at-home getaway with this 100% soy wax candle. The fragrant juniper twig, tonka bean, and cardamom scent will burn for 75 hours giving an instantly cozy, cabin-like feel to the couple's new home. "Staycation" candle, $30 by Snowe; snowehome.com

Snowe Red and white dish towels newlywed holiday gift idea

A lovely gift for the couple who loves to cook together, this Belgian flax towel is durable and machine-washable. And for a two-in-one gift, it can also be worn as an apron! "Chef's Towel," $18/each by Snowe; snowehome.com

Nest Cashmere Suede diffuser wedding newlywed holiday gift idea home

When you don't know what to get someone for the holidays, a go-to option is an aromatic diffuser. This pretty design will leave the couple's home fragrant for months with notes of tobacco leaves, black amber, and soft suede. "Cashmere Suede Diffuser," $42 by NEST Fragrances; bloomingdales.com

Grey pom pom knit throw holiday gift idea for newlywed home

One of the most useful presents to give during the holidays is a soft throw blanket to stay warm on cold winter nights. This knitted throw featuring faux-fur pom poms is both festive, fun, and fruitful. "Faux Fur Pom-Pom Knitted Throw," $129 by Pottery Barn; potterybarn.com

View our gift guide for newly engaged couples, discover the 25 most popular registry items, learn how to transform your bedroom into a newlywed sanctuary, and see what to do in your first year of marriage.

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