19 Jul SOS: Last-Minute Wedding Gifts for 25 Types of Couples
Sometimes, weddings sneak up on us. We put the invitation on the fridge with the best of intentions… only to cover it up with our kid’s artwork by accident. By the time the memory surfaces, every registry gift has been purchased — except for the $2,100 espresso maker. But have no fear, Hammerhead. You’ll find something here!
1. The Orca-nizers
These neat freaks channel Marie Kondo in all they do. Their love language? Spreadsheets! A 12-cube organizer will help them store their new gifts… and score you an A+ with your most Type A pals.
2. The Blue-Gilled Grill Masters
This sizzling pair has grilling gills of steel, so they need steel hardware to match! This grilling tool set will be a surefire winner.
3. The Caring Herrings
Your favorite philanthropists love gifts with a porpoise! Each Lifestraw sold provides clean drinking water and hygiene education to a child in need.
4. The Gobblin’ Sharks
What do fun-loving foodies crave? Homemade pasta! They probably already own a Kitchen Aid stand mixer, so get them this pasta attachment for it!
5. The Sommeliers of the Sea
Whether they have expensive tastes or drink Yellowtail, any vino-loving duo will dig this wine gift set.
6. The Bar-acudas
Shopping for a couple of cocktail connoisseurs? Snag this 23-piece mixology kit!
7. The Jammerheads
Need a gift for your group’s resident rock-starfish? They’ll love this wireless turntable.
8. The Sunfish
Even the most sun-loving sweethearts need some shade from time to time. They’ll find it in this 2-person tent.
9. The Nomadic Mackerels
Help your favorite set of vagabonds strengthen their bond with an AirBNB gift card.
10. The Cuttlefishes
Is the cuddliest couple you know tying the knot? Help them kick their snuggle game up a notch with this weighted blanket for two!
11. The Life-of-the-Party Calamari
What to get a set of super-hosts? A super-sized charcuterie board!
12. The Clownfish
Did the clownfish in your school of friends find their perfect match? Light up their latrine with this silly (but useful) toilet night light!
13. The Green-Thumbed Groupers
Are your favorite garden gnomes getting hitched? Weddings are enough pressure! Take the strain off their joints while they’re in the weeds with this stool.
14. The Movie-Loving Mahi Mahis
Need a gift for your favorite cinephiles? This movie trivia game will be a hit!
15. The Golfin’ Dolphins
Help your lovestruck golfers putt their skills to the test — at home or the office — with this indoor putting green.
16. The Racin’ Morays
Know a couple of morays who are always tackling more races? These smitten sole mates need a medal organizer!
17. The Hooked-on-Books Worms
Are the most voracious readers in your reef taking the plunge? This spine bookshelf can store a lot of books — without taking up too much space!
18. The Crafty Crabs
Couples who create together, stay together. Help them make art, and memories, that are a cut above the rest with this DIY cutting machine!
19. The Paddlefish
Shopping for a couple of canoers, kayakers or whitewater rafters? This handy dry bag will keep their belongings safe while they hit the water.
20. The Electric Eels
Did your favorite gizmo whizzes find their ultimate connection? Help them protect their tech with this home alarm system.
21. The Wordsmith Shrimps
Are Mr. and Mrs. Wordsmith writing the next great American love story? This writer’s toolbox is the antidote to writer’s block!
22. The Sports Fins
Got a team of sports fans on your hands? Celebrate their match made in heaven with a table tennis… table!
23. The Catfishes
On the prowl for a purrfect gift for some caffeine-loving cat fiends? These frisky felines will put a smile on their mugs
24. The Dogfishes
What to get a dynamic duo of dog lovers? A pet-monitoring camera! Technically, it’s a great gift for anyone with pets… and a little anxiety about leaving them home alone.