Choose your presents by type
Vashti Singh
Contributing Writer
NARROWING down what to give a wedding couple
‘can be overwhelming. You want your gift to be
_, wnique, personal and useful. We’ve compiled cate-
. ‘gories to help make decisions easier for you. Is the
couple adventurous, cosmopolitan or gourmet? Chose
_one, read away and go shopping. And don’t forget to
sign the card...

For the adventurous couple, look for something that matches
their active lifestyle.

"- Waterproof cameras can go from ski slopes to beaches in no tim

‘Ditto for waterproof binoculars which will be appreciated at a stadi-
um _and a mountaintop alike.

* > Indoor grills are increasing in popularity and can give an outside
couple barbecued food anytime, rain or shine.

Even camping gear makes a good gift. It-will definitely be put to
use and can still be romantic. A sleeping bag for two is a cosy way to
Spend the night in the great outdoors.

Dwayne Joharinson, assistant manager of Coast Mountain Sports

suggested putting a spin on a traditional gift by giving a set of camp-

ing pots or pans... : : .

5: Healso recommends a camping stove, which is essential for any

“overnight trip in the great outdoors: The stoves can suit anyone’s . .
- budget with prices ranging from $42 to $143.

If the, couple is really adventurous, check out gift certificates for

a bungee jump for two. The certificates will set you back about $200

at the Bungee Zonc in Nanaimo. This is a memorable way for the

duo to literally. “take the plunge.”

Cosmopolitan couples, who prefer fine dining to roasted marsh-
mallows, need chic home accessories that reflect their urbane lives.
“oA bar set with a martini shaker is essential for. the jet-setting cou-
ple. They can put this classy gift to use after a long day at the office
or when entertaining in their new home. .

“Nancy Bruzzese, manager’ for the Urban Barn on Lonsdale, has
seen a’ move ‘to: more castern-influenced pieces. The store carries
feng shui candles, with characters etched on top, as well as japanese

lanterns.) ¢ : we ER eo oo
“The. lanterns can be used indoors or outdoors and you can put .
tea lights in them,” Bruzzese said. : - .,
She added, che store also carries trendy bamboo placemats.
Help. cosmopolitan couples gear up in the morning with a stain-
steel coffee grinder. A coffee press or a cappuccino maker for the
couple. who’s always on the go will be well appreciated. ;
‘ if the. couple. travels ‘a lot,. consider giving the gift of luggage.

Although not the most romantic, present, its practicality makes it
well-liked. 5 0 coaei nied :

Guest still unsure-abour. what to give the cosmopolitan couple
Can rest assured.’ Virtually anything chrome or stainless steel is a safe’

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