Wedding Gift Ideas for When You Want to Splurge & Buy Off-Registry

Discover high-end options perfect for when the wedding registry doesn't include anything you'd be excited to gift the couple.

Whether you want to get a special engagement or bridal shower gift for a couple who has not yet set up their registry, or you don't like any of the items on their wedding wish list, take a look at these luxury gift ideas!

By Kelcy Christy

Photo: Laurie Bailey Photography

Imagine this scenario: You've been invited to a dear friend's wedding and their wedding website indicates they've registered online and in-store at the typical retailers couples so often register for wedding gifts. You browse the registry, and nothing is catching your eye as the perfect wedding gift for your best friend – either they haven't made selections that are speaking to you, or the registry gift you wanted to buy them has already been purchased by another attendee. What's a thoughtful wedding guest to do? While many couples prefer their loved ones bring or send a gift that was listed on the wedding registry, there are certainly exceptions to this rule!

If you have a special gift in mind for the couple, know the bride or groom has been wanting a certain luxurious item that they felt uncomfortable adding to their registry, or really just know the pair so well that you feel 100% confident they'll love and cherish a product not found on their wish list, by all means buy a wedding gift off-registry! Chances are, they'll still get almost everything they asked for and also get to receive a very-special gift selected just for them by you. Another way to ensure they'll love their off-registry wedding gift is to choose a luxurious piece that comes from a designer they've always admired.

To help find luxury wedding gift ideas that will be perfect for the newlyweds-to-be, we asked the team at high-end retailer GEARYS Beverly Hills to share five chic gifts that their couples love. Take a look below, and be sure to click each item to shop your favorites!

Photo by Jose Villa Photography; Planning & Design by Mindy Weiss Party Consultants; Registry: Gearys; From Real Wedding: The Luxury Fall Wedding of EF Collection Jewelry Designer, Emily Faith

Registries are a fantastic way for a couple to let their guests know exactly what they need to begin their new life together. However, there are some instances when you may feel inclined to purchase a gift that is off a couple’s registry of popular items. For example, you may personally know their taste very well or have something custom in mind. Whatever the reason, if you are feeling bold enough to shop off-registry, GEARYS Beverly Hills has selected five chic gifts for couples to enjoy at home.

5 Chic Wedding Gifts To Buy Off-Registry

Lalique Small Bacchantes Vase

Available in five stunning colors, the Lalique "Bacchantes" Vase adds timeless luxury to any home. Featuring beautiful figurines dancing around its exterior, each vase makes a statement with or without a bouquet.

Christofle MOOD Party Tray

Crafted to share life’s sweet and savory moments, the Christofle "MOOD" Party Tray includes a two-handle stainless steel tray accentuated by a removable walnut board and bowl. The tray is also composed of six porcelain compartments that double as removable serving dishes — the perfect piece for the couple who loves to entertain.

Baccarat Wine Therapy, Set of 6

The Baccarat "Wine Therapy" set boasts six unique wine glasses, each with its own stunning pattern and shape. The set makes a wonderful wedding gift for the couple who is passionate about wine.

Saint Louis Oxymore Square Decanter

The "Oxymore" Square Decanter by Saint-Louis Crystal stands out thanks to its architectural design and the purity of its staircase cut. This beautiful crystal piece will serve as the centerpiece to any bar cart for generations.

William Yeoward Studio Bella Blue Cake Stand & Dome

An elegant choice for the couple who enjoys sweets, the William Yeoward Studio "Bella" Blue Cake Stand is a vibrant and whimsical display for homemade baked goods. Complete with a matching dome, this gift is ideal for both display and storage.

For more wedding registry and wedding planning ideas from Gearys and other luxury wedding professionals, discover ideas and trends for every stage of wedding planning, read expert tips and wedding registry trends for this year, and view gift ideas for couples who had to postpone their weddings.

Opening photo by Laurie Bailey Photography; Planning & Design by Rikki Ladenheim Events; Registry: Gearys; From Real Wedding: An Intimate At-Home Ceremony + Backyard Reception in California