Watching two people express their eternal love for one another is a moving experience and truly a special moment. This is especially true when one, or both, of the persons involved in the wedding means a great deal in your life. Besides having to find a date and something to wear, the only downside to receiving a wedding invitation is buying the right gift. Knowing what to get for even the closest of friends can be a challenge. If you happen to be a procrastinator that likes to wait until the last minute to buy gifts, all of the affordable gifts on the registry are most likely already taken so it can be tough to find something without emptying your bank account. Rather than sticking to the tried, true and tired standard gifts, consider going with "just for fun" wedding gifts to make a lasting impression.

Who says that wedding gifts have to be boring and conventional? There is no doubt that marriage definitely takes work and deciding to spend the rest of your life with someone is a huge decision. But some of the happiest times in one’s life come as a result of this union. It is time wedding gifts reflect this.

Fun and Games

At some point, the honeymoon must end and newlyweds will need to find an activity to occupy their time so that the newfound bliss does not turn into wedded boredom. Board games are a great way to pass the time and have fun either as a couple or with a group of friends. To make the experience extra special, personalizing a board game is absolutely the way to go. Lovopoly is a romantic twist on the classic and ever-popular board game Monopoly game. What separates this game from all of the other replica Monopoly games available is that each board space is personalized with special moments from the couple’s life together and the center of the board features the picture of the happy couple. With personalized details such as these, the gift is sure to be a hit with the bride and groom to be.

Or perhaps the soon to be wed couple likes to work on jigsaw puzzles. Of course, you are not going to want to get them a 1000-piece kitten in a purse puzzle for a wedding present. Instead, get the couple a heart-shaped or square puzzle that you can personalize with their picture, names, and wedding date. Not only will they get years of romantic enjoyment out of it, but they will always remember your thoughtfulness every time they take the game out of the box.

Another festive and overlooked gift idea is a set of romantic playing cards. No, this does not mean they you hit the convenience store on the way to the ceremony. With a little extra thought and effort, you can create a customized deck of cards with the names of the bride and groom, their wedding date and a cartoon pictures made in their likeness. These fun cards are definitely a winning gift for a wedding of any season.

Fun and Flirty

If your friends share your flirty sense of humor than consider getting them a gift to help them keep the home fires burning long after the rice has been thrown. Consider getting the couple a pillowcase with a fun saying on it, a quote, or even a funny photo that will hold special significance to the couple. While these pillowcases probably won’t be used along with the 1200-thread count sheets that the couple requested on their wedding registry, they will be the kind that get used for special occasions.

If you are searching for a fun complement to a more traditional gift, perhaps consider buying the wedding couple a jar of chocolate body paint to go alongside that bathroom towel set. While they may initially be shocked at the gifts or laugh it the disparity between the two, they will secretly love them. You may not ever hear about it, but this gift is sure to be at the top of their favorites list.

As with any gift, always remember the most important element is the thought you put into it, not the price tag. Wedding gifts no longer have to be boring i.e., can openers, ironing boards, and other conventional domestic gifts. Bring a unique and fun wedding gift that shows specific attention to detail concerning the couple and you will surely be giving them something that no one else will. Most of all keep in mind that more than anything, the bride and groom will be pleased that you were able to share their special day with them.