With the 2022 wedding season still fully underway and 2023 already predicted to be one of the biggest wedding years ever -- approximately 2.2 million weddings are forecasted, according to the Wedding Report, Inc., with an average spend of nearly $25,000 -- there will be lots of opportunities to show up for couples in a big, beautiful way in the coming weeks and months.
This Saturday, Oct. 22, is one of the most popular wedding dates of the year according to The Knot, and it's likely you have some shopping to do (if you haven't done it already). But how to pick a memorable gift the lovebirds will cherish forever?
If you're not sure where to start, "GMA" tapped lifestyle contributor Lori Bergamotto and Zola director of communications Emily Forrest to spill the tea on what's hot in the world of wedding gifts this season.
Additionally, two very recently married brides -- celebrity and bridal stylist Micaela Erlanger and lifestyle influencer Tanya Zielke -- chimed in to share their own highly recommended picks.
Registry expert and executive editor for The Knot Lauren Kay also offered up the top gift picks on her radar and shopGMA shared even more options!
Get ready to scroll, shop and enjoy giving these hot-ticket items that will leave your loved ones saying, "I do."
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Lori's picks:
Another GH Kitchen Gear Award winner! Minimal effort, maximum result in a sleek-looking caffeinator that looks stunning on any countertop. Plus, the espresso is barista-quality!
The gold standard by which all other Dutch ovens are judged! This is a GH go-to for even heating and delicious soups, sauces and stews.
You can't ever go wrong with a classic white sheet set for the newlyweds. It doesn't hurt that this one feels like sleeping on a cloud -- as evidenced by the nearly 70,000 glowing reviews!
Gift them a year's worth of experience inspo and the camera to capture it all. A really unique gift for the couple who loves a little adventure!
File this under things they didn't even know they need, but will be so grateful to have! Perfect for an elevated picnic, outdoor dinner or backyard entertaining.
Micaela's picks:
You can never have enough fresh towels! Plus, this six-piece set comes in six great colors.
Replace your mixed dinnerware with a fresh set of classic pieces. I love the clean lines and simplicity of this China set.
Emily's picks:
Kitchen and tabletop are always the most popular registry categories, but ceramic cookware in particular has become one of the fastest-growing registry categories in recent years. Couples love it because it's dishwasher-safe and is a naturally non-stick material without any harsh chemicals! Ceramic cookware also comes in so many fun colors, and especially this year as we're seeing green become the most popular color on registries, Caraway Home's set in Sage has become a super popular registry add.
Couples are still choosing to spend lots of time outdoors, so grills, outdoor furniture and fire pits remain very popular for registries in 2022. About 34% of couples getting married in 2022 have at least one grilling item on their registry, but actually outdoor pizza ovens and accessories have surpassed traditional grills and now account for roughly one-third of total outdoor cooking products added to registries. So many of my colleagues at Zola have the Ooni, and they are all obsessed.
2022 couples are getting more personalized than ever before with their weddings, and their registries are no exception either. While drinkware is the No. 1 category that guests absolutely love to gift, colored glassware in particular is having a huge moment on registries. Roughly one-third of all drinkware added to registries in 2022 has been colored glass as opposed to clear. I really love the Estelle Colored Glass Regal Wine Goblets and Le Cadeuax Fleur Wine Glasses -- they are so vibrant and fun and versatile enough to be used for fancy dinner parties or just spicing up your everyday glass of water.
Travel has come back in a big way this year, and that's definitely represented on registries. While all sorts of luggage and travel accessories, such as packing cubes and luggage tags, are always popular, 2022 couples are adding four times as many travel backpacks this year than pre-COVID. A travel backpack is a great registry add because it is so versatile, especially as we start heading back to the office or a hybrid work mode. Dagne Dover's Dakota Backpack and Tumi's Alpha Bravo Essential Backpack are two of the top on Zola because they're so versatile and great for travel of course, but also perfect for lugging around your laptop and all of its accessories as well.
There is nothing I love more than an organized home, and Zola couples seem to feel the same way. Couples are definitely becoming more eco-conscious and we're seeing sustainable organization essentials like Stasher Reusable Bags and OXO Container Sets popping up as top registry items across the country.
We have a fully stacked bar cart, but our glass game is slipping. We would love to get a high-end glass set that, depending on the drink we make for our guests, there is a glass that matches the vibe of the drink. This set at West Elm is the perfect assortment for just that!
Tanya's picks:
Can you call yourself a cook without one of these? I don't think so! Fun fact -- I rarely cook. Anthony (Tanya's new husband) is the cook in our household. He would love to add this as an addition to all his cooking essentials.
We are all about doing activities together as a couple and entertaining guests at our place. Making a pizza from scratch and having a pizza night as a date or with friends is a gift that keeps on giving. We love hosting, so this gift would allow us to create a fun environment at home.
We are honeymooners ready to take off in style. Being gifted new durable high-quality luggage is good for any couple. It allows you to travel with ease and in style. We are headed to Bali for 23 days, and having new luggage that is easy to travel with was a big priority to us.
We are obsessed with this pan and only have one currently. We would love another so that no one has to fight over this pan. Always pan is the best pan on the market for everyday cooking and is considered a favorite when it comes to our kitchen essentials.
Lauren's picks:
The Instant Vortex Plus 10 Qt. Air Fryer Oven from Instant Pot made The Knot Registry Awards list this year as a try and true kitchen staple. This Air fryer is easy to use and goes well beyond frying—you can bake, broil, roast, dehydrate and reheat. It uses hot air and 1-step EvenCrisp Technology that retains the flavor and crunch you love, without the excess oil.
Another award-winning product from The Knot Registry Awards is the all-purpose Wine Glass set from Estelle Colored Glass. This set is great for adding a pop of color to the dining table and the mix of hues ensures you’ll always know which glass is yours. Made in Poland by glass artisans, and hand-blown for an extra special touch, this stemware totally elevates date night in.
The CrossWave Pet Multi-Surface Stick Vacuum is a perfect choice for couples with fur babies. This made The Knot Registry Awards this year because of its unmatched wet or dry cleaning on a variety of household surfaces. The stick design is compact, allowing it to fit into small homes and apartments with ease. It also has a 2-tank technology that keeps dirty water separate from clean water, and a multi-surface pet formula to help reduce odors.
The Gas Smoker from Cuisinart is a worthy addition for couples who like to cook in the great outdoors and bbq fans alike. The smoker is compatible with propane gas and boasts 4 stainless-steel smoking racks measuring 14" x 14" and a stainless-steel tray that will cradle those flavor inducing wood chips for the ultimate smokehouse cuisine.
Editor's note: This story was originally posted on April 25, 2022.
