Follow the couple’s wishes first
Check whether they have shared a wedding list or asked for a particular kind of gift. A personal mug can be a modest keepsake alongside your chosen contribution, but their request should guide you. Think about how they live: a pair of individual mugs may suit two morning coffee drinkers, while one shared couple portrait can work as a small congratulations gift from a friend.
Find a photo with two clear faces
For a gift before the wedding, use a favourite picture of them together rather than waiting for ceremony photographs. Both faces should be well lit, with enough space around their heads to avoid an awkward crop. For a gift afterwards, choose a wedding portrait they love and check permission to use the image. Watercolour adds a softer illustrated feel; the original photo style suits couples who prefer the photograph itself.
Use names that belong to them
Do not assume a surname change or automatically write ‘Mr and Mrs’. First names, ‘Just married’ or ‘Our next chapter’ can suit marriages and civil partnerships without guessing anyone’s title. Confirm the final wedding date before adding it. Cream with bows makes a gentle starting point, but their own wedding colours can be more meaningful. Each 11oz ceramic mug is £15 including VAT, with free UK delivery in 1–2 working days; leave time to inspect your design before the celebration.
Fictional portrait example · illustrative mug