Lebanese Engagement Gift Ideas
Buying a Lebanese engagement gift is much the same as buying a gift for a couple of any other nationality. The idea behind it is the same, a couple is getting married; therefore, you might want to get them something useful for their first home or something special they will always treasure to remind them of their engagement.
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Traditional
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Traditional engagement gifts usually consist of things for the home, because the couple may be setting up housekeeping together. If you want to give a traditional gift that is Lebanese-influenced, look for cushions, picture frames, bedspreads and other household items with Middle Eastern designs. Paisley prints are typically Middle Eastern, as well as depictions of birds and trees in bright colors; the cedar tree in particular is a suitable image as it is featured on the national flag.
Patriotic
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If you want your gift to remind the couple specifically of Lebanon, give them a painting of a famous landmark, or a bas-relief sculpture. The ruined temples of Baalbek, one of the wonders of the ancient world, and Byblos City with its medieval city walls and castles are two recognizable Lebanese landmarks. Depending on how much you want to spend, you could splash out on a hand-woven carpet or at the other end of the spectrum, buy them a shisha pipe. You can also personalize the gift by having the couple’s names engraved on it.
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Jewelry
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Lebanese jewelry is renowned for its intricacy, particularly when it comes to gold. Turquoise, ruby and amber are popular stones. Be aware that if you’re intending to buy jewelry for both the bride and groom to be you might end up spending a small fortune.
Keepsakes
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Ornamental boxes also make good gifts. Choose a box with an intricate pattern with a Lebanese design, or in gold or silver with Middle Eastern engravings. You can have the names of the couple carved onto the box.
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