An old tradition has come back into fashion. It is the giving of a bride gift or groom gift to each other. Though it can be given before or after the wedding, most couples opt to give each other the gift before the nuptials with the gift being something their fiance or fiancee will use for the wedding itself.

You're probably thinking, "what? another expense? No way!" and who can blame you. You are spending quite a bit on this very special day. The good news is that your gifts to each other do not need to be expensive. They just need to be well thought out and very personal gifts to your mate.

If you want to give your groom a gift to use for the wedding, practical and inexpensive suggestions would be a money clip or cuff links. You can even have them engraved if you order them ahead of time. How about a Cross pen for signing his name on your marriage contract? It's beautiful yet not too expensive and it will look elegant in your wedding pictures.

Of course you have more options if you don't mind the expense. How about a dress watch that he can wear on your wedding day? Get him a watch that he can use for those special occasions. He'll remember you every time he looks at his watch.

Guys, you have it easier. Generally, brides love it when you give them a gift that shows how much you appreciate the time you've been together. A gift such as a photo album or scrapbook of all your dates will be pleasing especially if you placed love notes to tell her why each moment is special.

If you'd like it to be for the wedding, a traditional gift is a piece of jewelry that she will wear at the wedding. Pendants have always been a favorite gift. You may want to give her a set that matches the wedding ring you'll be slipping onto her finger during your nuptials.