If you know a marriage isn't going to last, what do you buy the couple as a wedding gift?
921704
I've been in this exact same situation recently. The bride was my best friend from college, so I still bought something that they could use but that wasn't super expensive. Buy something off of their registry but pick something that you think relates more to whichever party you are closest too. i.e. if you are great friends with the bride buy something you know that she would like but that the groom could care less about and vice versa. I know it sounds a little harsh but if it should happen not to work out then your friend or relative is more likely to get to keep your gift.
981723
I now you don't want to get the watch but by her saying its broken is a sure sign that she wants you to buy her a new one - I did the same thing. I got a DKNY watch off my Fiancee last Christmas and love it. It means a lot to me as he chose it himself and picked up on the hints and I get to wear it everyday. \n\nIf you're really agaist it then how about making up a basket of all her favourite things - eg. Perfume, bubble bath, a CD, DVD, Nice underwear (not crotchless panties), a simple pair of earrings that she can wear everyday, It doesn't matter if you've already bought her a pair women love jewellery and it makes it more special and personal. Fave sweets or chocolate, how about a disposable camera to capture the Christmas moments together. I posh picture frame with her fave pic of the 2 of you in.........
390209
You should ask the bride and groom.
1140157
Wait until you've pawned your wife's wedding ring. I'm sure you'll still have some money left over after bailing out your girlfriend.
58394
I wouldn't go with some materialistic like diamonds or a gift certificate...you'll both be getting enough wedding gifts to fit this kind of category. Rather I agree with the framing idea of a love letter. Or create something special out of a souvenir you have from a special day you shared or do something special with a photo. Better yet, (and I am getting married in July and would love this ) you could write down all the reasons you want to marry her and roll it up, place it inside an antique wine bottle and have it secretly placed in the room where she'll get dressed on your wedding day...LOVE IT!
352206
an ipod, or sumthing equally expensive. but if u want to give him sumthing from the heart, make a scrapbook of your relationship, or buy a promise ring, or a cute teddy bear
1095459
I've been keeping that very important gift for my fiance, it's all her's after we get married.\n\nI never cheated on her before I knew her, so I can trust myself and so ca she, that I will not cheat on her after marriage.\n\nI plan on waiting the day after we get married to consumate.\nThe wedding night in bed will be non-sexual but will a emotionaly/psycological time of  intimacy, but the next morning, really early... whoo hoo.
631174
You should give a gift, but you never have to give anything.  If you don't want to go to the wedding then just send a card, to most people a card should be enough of a gift because it shows you are thinking about them and care about their special day.
987105
We have had some very nice gifts from the bride and groom when attending out-of-town weddings, here are a few of them:\n1.) Basket filled with all little munchies and two bottles of soda\n2.) Basket filled with bath salts, combs,toothpaste etc.\n3.) Basket filled with bandaids, thread and needle, cookies,snacks and water\n4.)Colorful bag with name of Bride and Groom filled with cupcakes, twinkies, gum, mints and 2 bottles of iced tea\nAnd believe me all were appreciated very much!
70382
yes\nit is a gift to give to your husband on the wedding night
829400
Why not make her dinner, give her a list of reasons that you love her, draw/paint/print a copy of the church/place that you were married in and promise her a return trip to renew your vows on your next anniversary (giving her time to plan a party).  Write her a poem or make her a mix tape.\n\nYou don't have to buy her a present.
909016
For your spouse----or for a couple?\n\nI gave (as a package decor) the cutest tree ornament of a couple in bed, and the sign of the bedspread said, ''Our First Christmas Together''.\n\nEven for your spouse-------something like this would be nice, and then, just a gift of something he/she would like.
825754
Generally premarital gifts are considered "conditional promises".  The gift was contingent upon the subsequent marriage. I think the ring donor will recover the gift if the marriage doesn't take place.  However, each state's laws are different, and there may be other circumstances that would allow you to keep the ring. For example, California law says that you may keep the ring if the marriage contract is breached by your fiance, with no fault on your part.  Your best bet is to speak with an attorney. Maybe one who specializes in family law.
349124
Choose gifts that last for a long period of time, are personalized or celebrate the fact you are now committed.  Gifts should look to the long-term, be personalized and have an air of romance or permanence.\n\nWhat about a "diamond Key to My Heart necklace" Cost only a couple of hundred.\n\nI know you had a lot of bike information but, treat her more as girl, then as her riding partner.\n\n4 years, maybe an engagement ring
43564
I'm married, so I buy gifts for both myself and my husband. I'll probably make some brownies and we can watch something good on tv together. Sweet and simple.
310266
If you are an artist give some of your artwork.\nIf you are not, look for something very super-simple gift like a teddy bear or two teddy bears hugging or something like that. It doesn't have to be expensive. Look for simplicity and they will appreciate.\nYou may try also to give a tree to plant, if they have a garden, the tree will grow with their love creating a strong bond.
442796
Newly married / been together for years it doesn't matter.... For me, I can always be impressed with fresh beautiful flowers (anytime is a good time - for no reason is even better), a great dinner (you cook it or we can go to a nice restaurant), if I mention that I would like to have something and the man actually listens and then goes out to buy it and surprise me with the gift; a nice piece of jewelry; set aside an evening and do all the extras for a very romantic evening (you know the candles, lotions/oils, light fruit, wine, lacey outfit that you went out an bought, a great night of sex).  These are some of the things that will impress me!