Software
Houzz Logo Print
hzdeleted_19691726

Wedding gift for boss?

10 years ago

My boss (who is my age, early-nearing-mid-50s) is getting married for the first time to a lovely woman. He's a fairly private person, but his behavior leading up to the big event is very telling. He's reserved and quiet, but lately a rather giddy streak is coming out. He is obviously very excited and happy, and I'm excited and happy for him. He has three homes and has all the creature comforts, so there is nothing that I could buy for him that he doesn't already have, I'm sure. That said, I want to give the couple a little something to mark the occasion. It's important to me to observe their special day somehow. I know that he does like to display photos, so the only thing I've come up with is a pretty picture frame. I love Waterford frames, but I'd rather spend $50(ish) and Waterfords start at about double my budget. Can you suggest another frame maker that I might consider?

Any other ideas are welcome too. I am not invited to the wedding, as it's to be a small, intimate ceremony out of state. My gift will be given privately in the office, FWIW.

Comments (15)

  • 10 years ago

    A personalized frame is a lovely gift. Here's frames on Etsy.

  • 10 years ago

    Thanks! Personalization is a great idea. Problem is, I've kinda waited til the last minute to get this going and I'm running short on time. I found this lovely Vera Wang vase (not a picture frame, but I thought it was very pretty and I could see her using it), which is engravable, but would be a little over $140 to get it here in time and that's too spendy for me. :-(

  • 10 years ago

    Check out Tuesday Morning. They usually have some very nice higher end vases and frames.

  • 10 years ago

    Thanks! I go right by a Tuesday Morning on the way home. I'll stop in.

  • 10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    Also, Home Goods.

    Do you have a Things Remembered store nearby?

  • 10 years ago

    I don't know of a Things Remembered store near me, but their website is where I saw the Vera Wang/Wedgewood vase pictured above. I've always had good luck ordering from them. Although if you wait until the last minute, as I have, you pay dearly for expedited work! :-(

  • 10 years ago

    mimipadv beat me to it. I was going to add that if you find a crystal or metal frame that would be suitable for engraving, Things Remembered will do the engraving for you, and they also have frames in the store. Also Overstock.com.

    It would be OK to give the give after the actual wedding ceremony, in case you get crushed for time.

  • 10 years ago

    Forget the vase, they probably have a dozen vases. A picture frame will be displayed. Don't get hung up on a name brand, just gte something nice.

  • 10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    Amazon has several Waterford crystal picture frames for $46.00. The line is Marquis which has a lower price point than classic Waterford.

    http://www.amazon.com/Marquis-Waterford-Rainfall-Frame-Landscape/dp/B00384C8UU/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1458937887&sr=8-8&keywords=waterford+picture+frame

  • 10 years ago

    Agree that the wedding gift can come after the wedding. Absolutely appropriate.

  • 10 years ago

    With them likely having all the "stuff" they need, I'd look to do something in honor of them, if you know of a special interest they have. This is one I like, because it benefits the earth and has a nice certificate, but there are a gazillion ideas out there. If you have a non profit/ park type project in your community where people purchase paving bricks or other items that are engraved, you could buy a Bill and Judy 2016 brick for them...
    Arbor Day trees

    Another option
    American Forests

  • 10 years ago

    I would have a difficult time finding a gift in that price range for a couple who do not need the usual starter type household stuff. Tuesday Morning is probably your best bet for crystal ware if you are sure that would be to his taste; I noticed in your op you said "I love Waterford frames." That's often the way I pick out gifts too, lol!

  • 10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    I was thinking the same as Oly. At this point, I think they don't need another thing.

    Side story: Years ago I loved Lenox and would buy Lenox pictures frames for just your type of situation. I'm sure it wasn't to everyone's taste, but the thought was there.

    If they have a common name, sometimes you can find a good quality wine that just happens to have their name on the label.

    A bottle of Champaign?

  • 10 years ago

    I went ahead and ordered a Waterford frame from Amazon. Boss told me yesterday that the wedding will be very small and simple, but his new bride is going to insist on tons of photos, so I know they will be able to use a frame. Paid a bit more than initially planned, but expedited shipping was free and I'm satisfied with the choice. Thank you for all the good ideas. I'll tuck them away for future reference and not wait so long to make plans the next time a gift is needed.