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40 Thoughtful Gifts for Couples, No Matter Where They Are in Their Relationship

Only the best for your favorite duo!

By Kaitlin Madden and Cailey Lindberg
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It can be so hard to pinpoint the perfect gift for a couple who has everything. Whether you're shopping for their wedding, a special anniversary, the holidays or just because, browse the best gifts for couples below. Any of these gift ideas are a great way to celebrate their bond and show just how much you appreciate them.

When reviewing this roundup, consider who they are together and what would really mean the most to them. Keep in mind that top gifts for couples are typically practical items they can actually use, especially if they love to entertain, as well as personalized, sentimental or romantic gifts that'll cue the tears. You can also go for unforgettable experiences based on their interests — think an Airbnb gift card, a date night subscription box or an online cooking class for two.

And if you don't think just one gift is enough, try a special pick for each partner (you can't go wrong with any of these thoughtful gifts for him and her). That way, you can guarantee they'll both have something to unwrap (or experience) when the time comes. No matter what kind of couple you're shopping for (married, engaged or dating), these unique gifts have you covered.

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I Wrote A Book About Us

I Wrote A Book About Us
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I Wrote A Book About Us

$14 at Amazon
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There's nothing sweeter than this personalized book. It comes filled with prompts so they can tell each other all the reasons why they're in love! Over 16,000 Amazon reviewers have tried this gift and many say they'd "highly recommend" it.

At this point, all of their date nights look exactly the same: Grab dinner, watch a movie and fall asleep on the couch well before the credits come on the screen. This scratch-off poster will get them out of their rut, offering 100 fresh date ideas, everything from a virtual cooking class to strawberry picking.

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Love Capsule Notes

Love Capsule Notes
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Love Capsule Notes

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These cute capsules will come in handy any time they need a good dose of love (without being over the top). Each one comes with a note that they can write themselves to bring joy to their day.

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Something They Can Do Together

Date Night Box

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Something They Can Do Together

Date Night Box

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The next time they're having a chill night at home, they can whip out this board game and, well, heat things up. It starts off with standard question-and-answer cards, then things take a spicy turn when the activities and challenges come out.

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Sunset Lamp

Sunset Lamp
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Sunset Lamp

This sweet lamp features a couple enjoying the sunset together — an ideal gift if this happens to be one of their favorite pastimes. And if they really want to set the mood, they can choose to adjust its brightness level.

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Personalized Cutting Board

Personalized Cutting Board
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Personalized Cutting Board

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No matter if they're newlyweds building their first home or "oldyweds" in need of an upgrade, this dark wood cutting board makes a special addition to their kitchen, especially since it comes engraved with the couple's last name and anniversary date.

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Great Gift For Long Distance Couples

Love Note Messenger

Amazon’s Choice
Love Note Messenger
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Great Gift For Long Distance Couples

Love Note Messenger

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They can send each other love every day with this cute love note messenger. It's also smartphone-compatible for sweet messages and tear-jerking photos at the touch of a button.

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Our Q&A a Day: 3-Year Journal for 2 People

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Our Q&A a Day: 3-Year Journal for 2 People

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Sweeter than your average journal, this book repeats the same questions each day over the course of three years, giving couples a clear visual of how they've evolved.

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Custom Star Map

Custom Star Map
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Custom Star Map

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Send an important date (like their first date or anniversary) and its corresponding location to this Amazon shop and they'll create a framed version of what the sky looked like that night.

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Matching Couple Bracelets

Amazon’s Choice
Matching Couple Bracelets
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Matching Couple Bracelets

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Take holding hands a step beyond with these matching couples bracelets. Made of agate for him and amethyst for her, they'll instantly link up while they walk hand in hand.

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The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small

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The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small

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Encourage them to find new adventures in the months ahead with this awe-inspiring coffee table book, full of 1000 wanderlust-inducing activities scattered across the globe.

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The New York Times Custom Anniversary Book

The New York Times Custom Anniversary Book
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The New York Times Custom Anniversary Book

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First, confirm their anniversary date. Then watch them take a walk down memory lane as they flip through the front pages of the year they said "I do."

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Experience Gift For Couples

At-Home Cooking Class

At-Home Cooking Class
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Experience Gift For Couples

At-Home Cooking Class

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Cooking at home can get pretty bland, especially when couples have been together for a while. Why not help them spice things up with a Sur la Table cooking class? Plus, it's fully interactive, making it brilliant for a date night.

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For A Romantic Night In

Couples: Conversation Starters for Great Relationships

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Couples: Conversation Starters for Great Relationships
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For A Romantic Night In

Couples: Conversation Starters for Great Relationships

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They might think that they've talked about it all — but this card deck will show them otherwise. Each card features a thought-provoking question — some spicier than others — to inspire deeper conversations.

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A Fun Delivery Each And Every Month

Monthly Subscription Box

Monthly Subscription Box
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A Fun Delivery Each And Every Month

Monthly Subscription Box

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Each month, take the stress out of planning date night and let DateBox Club do the hard work for them. Boxes match a specific theme — cocktails or brainteasers, for example — and come packed with enough activities to last them the whole night.

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DIY Gift For Couples

Couples Hand Casting Kit

Amazon’s Choice
Couples Hand Casting Kit
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DIY Gift For Couples

Couples Hand Casting Kit

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Help them produce a work of art — and bond while they're at it — with this couples hand casting kit. It comes with everything they'll need to create a lasting memory, together.

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More Creative Than A Basic Jigsaw

Personalized Jigsaw Puzzle

Editor’s Choice
Personalized Jigsaw Puzzle
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More Creative Than A Basic Jigsaw

Personalized Jigsaw Puzzle

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Their lives changed when they decided to go all-in — whether it was the day they moved in together, said "I do" or officially became a couple. As they put together this 500-piece puzzle, they'll go right back to the moment two became one.

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Luxury Gift For Couples

Personalized Bath Robes

Personalized Bath Robes
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Luxury Gift For Couples

Personalized Bath Robes

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Because they're made of 100% Turkish cotton, these robes are more than comfortable. The collar features satin trimming and there's the option to add a monogram for a personal touch.

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Mini Projector

Mini Projector
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Mini Projector

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Yes, their TV is fine for binge-watching all six seasons of Schitt's Creek, but imagine how incredible "A Little Bit Alexis" will look once they connect their Netflix account to this projector, which works on any wall up to 150".

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Light Up Rose

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Light Up Rose

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Bring tears to their eyes with this beautiful light up rose, perfect for any romantic holiday. Its LED lighting is safe to burn all night and it will be a treasured symbol of their love.

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Kaitlin Madden

Kaitlin Madden has more than ten years of experience as a home decor and interior design writer. She's held staff positions at Modern Luxury, New England Home, and Wayfair. As a freelancer, she's written for Architectural Digest, Martha Stewart Living, 1st Dibs, Amazon, Chicago Magazine, Modern Luxury Interiors, Conde Nast's CNX agency, and more. When she's not writing about decorating trends, gift ideas, and DIY projects, she's putting her expertise into practice in her own homes, fixing up her family's 1930s colonial in Connecticut, and revamping an '80s log cabin in Vermont. She lives with her husband, three young children, and black lab.  

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Commerce Editor, Gifts & LIfestyle

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com. 

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