10 Best Gifts to Give the Groom Before the Big Day
Last month, we focused on the brides-to-be, but this month, we’re focusing on the grooms, because planning a wedding is filled with once-in-a-lifetime moments. Amidst the venue tours, guest lists, and suit fittings, it’s easy to overlook something just as important: the perfect gifts for the groom. Whether you’re a bride looking to surprise your soon-to-be husband, a groomsman hoping to give something meaningful, or a family member celebrating this new chapter, a thoughtful, personalized gift speaks volumes.
At Custom Photo Prints, we believe every gift should tell a story, especially when that story is about love, commitment, and the journey ahead. These ten curated, personalized items are ideal for grooms who want to remember the moments that matter most. From humorous keepsakes to heartfelt artwork, each product listed below offers something uniquely special for the groom and his soon-to-be spouse.
#10: Wedding Collection (Our First Anniversary Flowers – Personalized) StarFire Prints™ Hanging Glass Print
Celebrate the first milestone after “I do” with this elegant StarFire Prints™ Hanging Glass Print. Featuring delicate floral imagery and fully customizable names and wedding dates, it’s a timeless way to honor the love story that started it all. Grooms will appreciate its sentimental value and artistic appeal.
Hang it in your shared home or gift it as part of your one-year anniversary plans; it’s sure to bring back memories of the big day.
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#9: Friends the Television Show (The One With the Marriage – Personalized) 11 oz White Ceramic Mug
Could this gift BE any more perfect? For grooms who grew up watching Friends, this personalized mug puts their marriage in sitcom-worthy context. Add your name in for an ideal mix of humor and sentimentality. Use it as a wedding morning gift, groomsman favor, or part of a his-and-hers set.
Friends the Television Show (The One With the Marriage – Personalized) 11 oz White Ceramic Mug
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#8: Family Collection "Family" Photobook
There’s no better way to reflect on the journey to marriage than with a unique photo book. Include snapshots of childhood, couple milestones, family members, or even behind-the-scenes wedding day memories. Grooms can flip through this keepsake for years to come, reliving the story that brought them to this chapter.
This also makes a heartfelt gift from the groom’s parents or in-laws, offering a glimpse into cherished memories while symbolizing a bright future ahead.
Family Collection (Family) Photobook
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#7: Trend Setter Original (3 Photo Collage) FilmPix™ Photo Insert
Celebrate your wedding with this sleek, modern, and endlessly personal FilmPix™ insert. Featuring a trio of your most meaningful photos, think proposal, engagement, and wedding. This collage is designed to fit into the FilmPix™ Light Display (sold separately), creating a soft glow that keeps your story shining day and night.
A top-tier wedding or post-wedding gift, it turns everyday lighting into a memory showcase.
Trend Setter Original (3 Photo Collage) FilmPix™ Photo Insert
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#6: Wedding Collection (Our Story - Personalized) Morphing Mugs® Heat-Sensitive Mug
Every love story is unique, and this heat-sensitive mug reveals yours in a way that feels truly magical. Watch the mug transform with a warm drink as your design appears. It’s a simple yet sweet gift that grooms will use every day, whether during wedding planning mornings or cozy honeymoon coffee dates.
The mug initially starts off black, but as mentioned before, when you add a hot liquid, the image gradually appears, creating that beautiful shape you worked so hard to personalize. Watch the groom's (or bride’s) face as they see a beautiful design while drinking their cup of Joe.
Wedding Collection (Our Story - Personalized) Morphing Mugs® Heat-Sensitive Mug
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#5: Wedding Collection (Save the Date - Personalized) Hardboard Magnet
Turn a practical necessity into a lasting keepsake with this personalized magnet. While “Save the Date” cards often get discarded, this hardboard magnet is built to last and serve as a sweet reminder on the fridge or in the groom’s workspace. Plus, it’s easy to personalize with photos and wedding info.
Wedding Collection (Save the Date - Personalized) Hardboard Magnet
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#4: Couples Collection (One Year Anniversary - Personalized) Framed TrendyPrint™ Wall Art
One year is 12 months of understanding, 52 weeks of laughter, 365 days of bliss, 8,760 hours of friendship, and we’ve only just begun. Mark the traditional paper anniversary with something modern and meaningful. This stylish wall art captures a favorite wedding photo and adds your names to create a one-of-a-kind gift. It’s a powerful way to say “We made it” after 365 days of love, laughter, and partnership.
Couples Collection (One Year Anniversary - Personalized) Framed TrendyPrint™ Wall Art
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#3: Engaged – Personalized Date & Photo Upload StarFire Prints™ Hanging Glass Print
The moment of engagement is one of the most treasured memories in any relationship. This StarFire Prints™ Hanging Glass Print preserves that joy with a crystal-clear photo and customizable engagement date. Whether it’s displayed in the groom’s office, bedside table, or shared living space, it’s a beautiful reminder of what brought you here.
A perfect engagement gift from the bride, or vice versa!
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#2: Every Family Has A Story – Full Photo Upload KNEXAGON™ Wood Print
This personalized KNEXAGON™ Wood Print blends rustic style with heartfelt emotion. Upload a favorite engagement or wedding photo to make it truly yours. The hexagon shape gives it a modern edge, perfect for decorating shared spaces or even displaying on your wedding day as part of your guestbook or gift table.
Grooms will love its warm design, a perfect nod to both the past and future. It’s great to hang on a wall, or put on a table in your office or home.
Family Collection (Every Family Has A Story - Full Photo - Upload) 11.5" X 10" KNEXAGON Wood Print
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#1: Wedding Magazine Cover – Personalized Framed TrendyPrint™ Wall Art
For grooms who love a little flair and fun, this faux magazine cover brings bold style to your wedding day memories. Fully customizable, it puts the newlyweds in the spotlight as cover stars of their very own “Aisle Style” moment. Own your wedding day, and Tie the Knot to show how much you truly care about your significant other.
Featuring a beautiful frame, this piece is guaranteed to earn a prime spot in the groom’s home or office.
Trend Setters Original (Wedding Magazine Cover – Personalized) Framed TrendyPrint™ Wall Art
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The Final Word: Grooms Deserve Keepsakes Too
In a world where wedding gifts often lean toward the bride, it's time we make space for meaningful, personalized gifts for the groom as well. Whether you're celebrating an engagement, commemorating the big day, or honoring the first anniversary, Custom Photo Prints offers a wide variety of personalized items that help capture every unforgettable moment.
So don’t wait for the registry, surprise your groom with a gift that shows how much you love your story together.
Explore the full Wedding & Engagement Collection and find something he'll treasure for years to come.