Few would argue against the fact that the wedding industry as a whole shows a bias towards the bride. This is understandable, grooms to be may be less interested in things such as flowers or décor, while a bride has been dreaming about it her whole life. One area where you can really have fun planning together is the wedding gift registry. It’s a chance to share your ideas for the future and to explore the lifestyles you envision as a couple. However, most registries fall into the same trap as the rest of the wedding industry, with the majority of gifts aimed at the bride to be. To help redress this imbalance we’ve put together a collection of “B for Bridegroom” themed wedding gift ideas just for the boys.
Bar
Whether it’s hanging with the bros in the man cave, or a dinner party with friends or family, no man should be without the tools he needs to entertain in style. As couples shift from going out on the town to dinners at home, the home bar provides an important bridge between these worlds. Provide ice in a leather bound Ice bucket with matching tongs; pour single malt from a square top whiskey decanter; or bring a touch of fun to the party by shaking up a cocktail. A well-stocked and well-equipped bar is the mark of a sophisticated and cultured gentleman.
Bites
If you’re instead the kind of guy that goes full Gordon Ramsay the minute you step into the kitchen, you will love this next set of items focussed on male culinary pursuits. No home chef’s arsenal is complete without a proper chef’s knife, and splashing out for a high quality one is an investment that will pay off for years to come, especially if you keep the edge sharp with a classic knife sharpener. What could be manlier than sharpening your own knives?
Be the host with the most and expand your entertainment possibilities for both friends and family. Impress your in-laws at Sunday lunch as you perfectly carve the roast; create your own minced meat for your signature hamburger patty at a Saturday braai; or serve up perfectly sliced, artisanal pizza that will blow your guests away.
Beats
And while we’re on the subject of entertainment what is a dinner party without music? Electronics may not be the first thing couples think of when creating a registry, but they are a central part of modern married life. Our wireless and Bluetooth speakers let you take the music with you from room to room.
Brews
Round off the evening, or start the next morning with the perfect cup of coffee. If you’re the kind of guy who knows their Americano from their macchiato then you would love a high quality espresso maker. An item like this is a true investment and if you’re a coffee lover you almost can’t put a price on having great coffee at your fingertips. If you aren’t quite at the level of enthusiast, but still love your morning coffee, you can’t go wrong with a copper French press for the perfect cup without the effort.
Braai
Cooking with fire is as old as human history. It’s in our blood and it’s no wonder that even today, the braai is regarded as a bastion of manliness. The most essential ingredients of an impressive braai area is, of course, the braai itself, but that’s really just the beginning. Having the right tools for starting the fire, handling the meat and maintaining the braai make weekend afternoons at the braai a pleasure.
You can also look at braai accessories to broaden your repertoire; allowing you to cook a wider array of dishes on the fire. Items like a reversible grill or a poultry roaster give you more options and allow you to get creative at the grill.
We hope this article has given you some ideas for creating a registry that excites both partners. After all, creating a wedding registry should be a fun, collaborative part of planning your wedding; an opportunity for you and your partner to bond as you visualise your future together. It’s a chance to take stock of what you already have, and see what you still need to live your best life together.
