Three friends engaged in one month? Nine weddings on the horizon this year? It’s not just you…. when it rains, it literally pours in this wedding world of ours. Each friend’s exciting news and big day is worth celebrating, but it doesn’t stop our bank accounts from crying for help. Lucky for your wallet, we’ve rounded up 20 thoughtful engagement gifts under $20. From mugs to planning tools, you’re sure to find something to make all your newly-engaged friends smile.
Engagement gifts under $20
Engagement Mugs – We’re pretty sure it’s a right of engaged passage to own one (or more) “Does this ring make me look engaged?” mugs. Get our favorite engaged mug here.
Wedding Planning Wine Glass – The thought of wedding planning makes us want a glass (or two, maybe three) of wine…the process can only be better with a festive wine glass!
The Knot Ultimate Wedding Planner & Organizer – Help your friends get a jump start on their wedding planning with this all-inclusive wedding planning bible.
Engagement T-Shirt – This t-shirt is available in so many colors and in both women’s and men’s sizing. We looooove it!
First Christmas Engaged Ornament – Is there anything more festive than hanging a new ornament on your Christmas tree? This one will bring back memories during decorating every upcoming year.
We Decided On Forever Frame – The perfect place for the soon-to-be married couple can keep an engagement or wedding photograph. They’re sure to cherish this frame and keep it on display for the years to come.
Happily Ever After Pillowcase – There’s nothing more “home-y” than new decorative pillows, and we love this one. It’s perfect for any newly engaged couple who are in stage 1 of, “happily ever after.”
Books – When your eyes need a break from scrolling through Pinterest for hours on end but the wedding planning never stops, wedding planning books are the perfect resource for creating the wedding of your dreams. Some of our favorites are Equally Wed, Things I Wish I’d Known Before We Got Married, and Marriage-ology.
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Engagement ring ice cube tray – Your friend’s engagement ring isn’t the only ice around. Keep all the celebratory drinks cool with ice cubes in the form of diamond rings.
Jewelry Cleaning Solution – Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle, or the sparkle of an engagement ring. Keep diamonds dazzling with the handy jewelry cleaning solution.
Engagement ring pool float – Soak up the summer sun in an engagement ring pool float. Perfect for lounging around, taking cute photos and splashing around at bachelor and bachelorette pool parties.
Vow books – Whether you’re jotting down thoughts to get ready for the big day or writing the final copy to read during the ceremony, custom vow books make the perfect special place to write those lifelong commitments and keep them forever.
Wine Bottle Labels – Every celebration is made better with wine. And what’s better than wine? Wine bottles that are customized to your occasion!
One Pan, Two Plates Cookbook – 100% our favorite cookbook, and perfect for two souls becoming one!
Future Bride/Future Groom Sash – Engagement rings aren’t the only way to show off that someone’s getting married. A sash can be worn at an engagement shower, bridal shower, bachelor or bachelorette party or around the house just because (we don’t judge)!
Celebration confetti push-pop – What’s a celebration without confetti? Confetti push-pops give off a burst of color and are perfect for photos, engagement photos or simply just because!
Couple Flask Set – Take drinks on the go with these creative matching couple flasks.. A drink on the go…does a gift get better than that?
Customized Photo Canvas – Proposals are a moment couples want to relive over and over. Transport your loved ones back to that special moment with a custom photo canvas with a a proposal or engagement photo they can display with pride.
Wooden Double Ring Box – The idea of taking off an engagement ring may be unfathomable to anyone recently engaged, but having a safe place to put it during hands-on activities is important. This double ring box will give a safe storage option with decorative flair.
ENGAGED Banner Decor – For any event from the engagement to the wedding, we expect you’ll have this banner on full display!
Already stocked up on the engagement gifts? It’s time to party! Check out our ultimate engagement party checklist!