37 Best Engagement Gifts Any Couple Will Swoon Over in 2022: Keepsakes, Gift Boxes, Gift Baskets, Cheeseboards

By Lauren Dana

Putting a ring on it is always cause for celebration, but finding the best engagement gifts can be tough. Newly engaged couples are often bombarded with presents leading up to their wedding days, many of which are impersonal and impractical (though well-intended). The best gifts are the ones that take into consideration the couple's passions and personalities, making them especially thoughtful.

Fortunately, you don't have to spend a small fortune to find the perfect gift. In fact, some of the best engagement gifts can be found for under $50. These include everything from personalized engagement ring dishes and decadent chocolate gifts to romantic scented candles and heart-shaped photo frames. Alternatively, you may choose to spring on something that the future newlyweds will cherish forever, such as a set of crystal champagne flutes, a stunning scrapbook to help them preserve these special memories, or a gift card to a subscription service that sends them unique engagement gifts every month.

From photogenic finds like polished marble cheese boards engraved with the couple's names or engagement date and fresh flowers to tasteful home decor and meaningful keepsakes, read on for some of the best engagement gift ideas for your favorite happy couple from retailers such as Nordstrom, Amazon, Etsy, Harry & David, Artifact Uprising, and more.

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For the best friend who tends to lose important things, consider gifting a custom wooden ring box. The handsome keepsake box comes engraved with the couple's wedding date (or engagement date) and names, and it can also be used during the ceremony to carry the rings.

Any couple will appreciate the engagement present of crystal champagne flutes for enjoying copious amounts of bubbly. This beautiful set from Waterford features a stunning, timeless design that represents an eternal flame of love.

This handcrafted ring dish from Etsy is small in size yet incredibly special. You can customize it with the couple's initials, engagement date, or wedding anniversary.

Treat your favorite couple to something sweet, like this Harry & David gift box. The mouthwatering set comes with artisan chocolate truffles and a dessert wine that's perfect for sharing.

Frame their engagement photo in this personalized wooden picture frame which is, nicely, under $20.

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Engaged couples will love this personalized map which memorializes a city that's meaningful to them (perhaps where they got engaged or are holding their wedding). The photo frame is optional, but it's a great—and easy—way to elevate the gift.

For a fun and festive engagement party gift, look no further than this custom ceramic Christmas ornament, which is handmade in upstate New York. It's a sweet way to remind them of their seasonal engagement, year after year.

This engraved cutting board from Etsy is handcrafted from sustainably sourced hardwood and doubles as a cheese board, making it a unique gift they’ll get plenty of use out of.

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For some, the best part of any wedding planning process is dreaming about the honeymoon, and that's where this Leatherology set comes in. This thoughtful engagement gift features a passport cover and a matching luggage tag, both crafted from full-grain leather.

You can never go wrong with gifting fresh blooms. This beautiful bouquet from UrbanStems can be delivered anywhere throughout the US and features a simple yet stunning assortment of roses.

This engagement journal and memory book makes a beautiful bridal shower gift. It's filled with thoughtful prompts and questions, plus a few pages for wedding planning. There is even a special space for couples to write love letters to be shared with one another on their wedding day.

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For something fun and untraditional, place an order for this M&M's gift set, which contains M&Ms customized with the couple's faces and personalized messages.

Raise an (imaginary) glass and toast to the newly engaged couple with this delicious-smelling Homesick candle. The best part? There are no hangovers involved.

Couples can proudly display their engagement photos inside this gorgeous heart-shaped photo frame. Choose from silver, gold, and rose gold varieties—all of which are absolutely stunning.

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Consider gifting the couple matching wooden ring dishes, which are daintly flourished with florals or mountains as well as their initials.

For Instagram-worthy charcuterie displays, gift your favorite newly engaged couple this elegant bamboo cutting board and cheese knife set, which is conveniently available on Amazon (in case you need a last minute gift). It comes complete with a drawer that houses slate cheese labels and chalk, a wooden fruit tray, and a cheeseboard guide for effortless serving and snacking.

Newly engaged couples can store their most cherished mementos and keepsakes inside this cloth-covered organizer from Uncommon Goods, which also makes an excellent wedding gift. The hand-painted lettering adds an extra-special touch.

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This monogrammed agenda will help keep couples organized throughout every stage of the wedding-planning process. Choose from an array of vibrant hues, from emerald green to blush pink.

For a set of contemporary drinkware that's trendy yet timeless, you can't go wrong with these rose-toned, handblown wine glasses, which come in stemless versions too.

This eye-catching engraved "I do" diamond keepsake from Harry & David is sure to dazzle your soon-to-wed pals.

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This minimalist scrapbook album from Artifact Uprising is organized by chapters that help share and preserve precious memories. The album features engaging prompts, a sleek construction, and a stylish fabric exterior that's worthy of display.

Not sure what to bring to your loved ones’ engagement party? Here's gorgeous set of coasters made of acacia wood and alloy that, when stacked together, create a modern piece of art for their table.

Sometimes it's challenging for engaged couples to find time for each other in all of the exhilarating lead-up to the wedding day. This helpful book is packed with fun, exciting date ideas that will strengthen bonds and increase intimacy.

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This cute beer mug set from Kate Spade will come in handy for your friends as they bust out the fancy beer to celebrate this milestone. Cheers!

This two-piece Williams Sonoma gift set comes complete with monogrammed soaps and 12 monogrammed guest towels, making it ideal for hosting once wed.

The clock is ticking away to the big day, and this adorable countdown calendar lets lovebirds visibly display their excitement. Each page of this custom calendar includes the wedding date, a romantic quote, and the number of days remaining until the wedding.

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What better way to say congrats than with a little bit of everything? This handmade engagement gift basket includes an amusing "Totes Getting Married" tote bag, celebratory balloons, "Put a Ring On It" scented soap, and more. You can include a personal card and have the option of upgrading the gift basket with fresh-baked cookies and ceramic mug.

Get creative by gifting this customizable tic-tac-toe set from Uncommon Goods. Instead of your standard x's and o's, use the couple's initials to create a one of a kind game.

Everyone, including any bride-to-be, needs to stay hydrated, especially during busy periods. Fortunately, this adorable acrylic tumbler from Kate Spade makes it easy to hit H2O goals.

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Instead of spending money on a single bottle of red or white vino, consider gifting your engaged friends a wine subscription box. This one from Winc offers personalized picks from a wide selection of bottles from all over the world.

This one of a kind gift is a worth-it splurge for art lovers. Brooklyn-based artist Brendan Lorber will draw a custom map for your favorite newly engaged couple based on their interests and love story.

As the saying goes, all brides need something old, new, borrowed, and blue, the latter of which is fulfilled by this powder blue leather notebook. The treasured keepsake can be used to jot down memories and details leading up to and about the wedding.

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Available on Etsy, this rustic cork holder lets wine-loving couples stylishly display corks they collect (and can be customized to feature a desired design, date, or names).

Cooking together as a couple is a great gift for friends who enjoy activities and trying new foods, so give them the chance to try the SELF Certified meal subscription service Home Chef, which ships recipes and fresh ingredients to their door.

Wine-loving couples will also love this rechargeable cordless wine opener, which makes cracking open a bottle (or two!) of wine easy. This set nicely includes a thermal stainless steel wine cooler to keep the bottle ice-cold.

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Here's an idea that will last: Send your engaged friends a plant from The Sill to mark their engagement—one they can easily nurture together over time. The Sill also offers a plant subscription box, should you want to keep them rolling in green every month.

Speaking of stressful, why not treat your favorite couple to a much-needed escape? This nifty gift card can be redeemed for a romantic one-night stay at over 2,000 hotels in more than 100 countries.

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