Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who has a passion for interior design and a love for vintage and retro pieces, there are several meaningful and personal gift ideas that are sure to make their wedding day even more special. Here are some suggestions:

1. Vintage Decorative Items: Look for unique vintage decorative items to enhance their home decor. This could include vintage picture frames, antique vases, or retro-style wall clocks. These timeless pieces will add character to their living space and align with their love for vintage aesthetics.

2. Retro-inspired Furniture: Consider giving them a statement piece of retro-inspired furniture. This could be a vintage armchair upholstered in a bold, retro pattern or a mid-century modern coffee table. Such a gift not only reflects their love for retro designs but also adds functionality and style to their home.

3. Interior Design Books: Help fuel their passion for interior design by gifting them a collection of coffee table books showcasing vintage and retro interior design styles. Books like "Mid-Century Modern: Icons of Design" or "The Retro Home" can provide inspiration for future design projects and be a wonderful addition to their home library.

4. Subscription to a Vintage Magazine: Consider gifting them a subscription to a magazine that focuses on vintage or retro designs. This will keep them up to date with the latest trends, provide inspiration for their own projects, and give them something to look forward to each month.

5. Vintage-inspired Prints or Artwork: Find vintage-inspired prints or artwork that align with their taste. Look for pieces with bold colors and patterns that reflect the retro era. This could be a print of a classic movie poster from the 1950s or a vintage travel poster featuring their favorite destination. Customizing the frame to match their home decor will add an extra personalized touch.

6. Gift Cards to Antique Stores: Allow your friend to curate their own collection of vintage and retro pieces by giving them gift cards to local antique stores or flea markets. This will give them the opportunity to browse and choose items that speak to their personal style and design preferences.

7. Vintage-inspired Kitchenware: Consider gifting them a set of vintage-inspired kitchenware, such as retro-style enamel mugs or a set of colorful vintage-inspired dinner plates. These items will not only add a touch of nostalgia to their kitchen but also be functional and practical.

8. DIY Vintage Map of a Special Place: Create a DIY vintage map of a special place for the couple, such as the location of their wedding or the place they first met. Personalize it with their names and wedding date, and have it framed in a vintage-style frame. This thoughtful gift will serve as a beautiful memento of their special day.

Remember, the most important aspect of a wedding gift is the thought and effort put into it. By selecting a gift that reflects their love for interior design and vintage aesthetics, you are not only providing them with a meaningful present but also showing how well you know and appreciate their interests.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date of the wedding.

Lisa Winkler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“My cousin loved her wedding gift.”