What is a good "wedding gift" idea well after the wedding?

If you know the couple and their taste well, something to add to their new home (still new for the first year) together such as art.

Also, many couples either because they are young and cash-strapped or because they lead really full lives might not have as much opportunity to do one-on-one outings as they would like. So tickets to some event they would both enjoy, a sporting event, music, a play, a gift certificate to an excellent restaurant would probably be very well received.

Another take on celebrating their romance would be a picnic kit with dishes that you could then add a bottle of wine and some delicacies to—to prompt their first use of it. These are available in all price ranges and types. Plus, they have the added advantage of being “green” in that they save the user from having to use disposable plates, cutlery, cups, etc.

In today’s world, first check and make sure they’re still married.

In many ways, it is really nice to give (and receive) a gift after the first deluge. That way you can avoid the fourth toaster oven or Elvis painted on black velvet. Why not ask directly or check whether they are still registered and if so, where?

Gail, Good idea, but I am concerned that it will be awkward to ask them that directly. I was hoping for ideas along the lines of what Marina said. Sadly, I actually have two couples for whom procrastination resulted in my not getting a gift before the wedding. Both are likely fully installed in their new homes, and as such, probably don’t need anything.

Newly-weds always lust after more stuff, in my experience. Can you visit and do a little peeping and prying? I’ve found that helpful. Check out their taste in everything – food, wine, throw pillows, art, recreation, vacation, good knives.

The picnic basket is a lovely idea if they like picnics.

a tandum bike!

tandem?

Most department store registries stay up for a year, so you can get them something they didn’t get. I like giving china; if you don’t get the good stuff for a wedding present, you probably won’t buy it yourself.

Go to EXPRESSIONERY.COM and buy them a return address stamp with their new home address and their names. Nice to use for sending thank-you letters, cards, etc.