20 Last-Minute Engagement Gifts for Couples That Don’t Seem Rushed

They’ll never know you waited until the very last second.
Four last-minute engagement gifts: Milk Bar gift set, custom star map, NEST candle subscription, flower delivery
Photos, clockwise: Milk Bar, DigitalArtonEtsy, NEST New York, Urban Stems
Mia Maguire
Updated Oct 26, 2023
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Whether you've found out the news about your favorite couples' engagement late or you're just a serial procrastinator, we've all found ourselves in need of a quick, last-minute engagement gift at some point in our lives that doesn't seem last minute. Whether it's your closest friend, a work wife, a family member or just an acquaintance, finding the right engagement gift for a newly betrothed couple can be challenging regardless of the time frame you're working with, but especially when there's a bit of a crunch. Fortunately, finding last-minute engagement gifts for couples has never been better thanks to Amazon Prime's fast shipping and a huge variety of digital gifts that can be sent instantly online. Instead of panicking or resorting to a bottle of wine and a random gift card from the grocery store, we've rounded up some perfect engagement gift ideas they'll never know were last-minute finds.

1. Rustic Wedding Day Countdown Calendar

Rustic wedding countdown calendar last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

Available for two-day shipping with Amazon Prime, this handsome, wood wedding day countdown calendar will help them showcase their excitement. The piece will serve as a visual reminder of the big day ahead of them. And they'll think of you every time they see it.

2. Prewedding Couple's Massage

Prewedding couples' massage gift card last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Spafinder

Regardless of how long or short the couple's engagement is, you can't go wrong with gifting them a relaxing couple's massage to help them unwind before they say "I do." After all, wedding planning can be stressful and this gift will help them decompress ahead of their wedding day. This gift card can be delivered via email or text and is valid at many spas in any area.

3. Couples Wine Glass Set

Couples' wine glass set last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

Not only is this playful his-and-hers wine and cocktail glass set available for fast shipping with an Amazon Prime membership, but it also comes with a bonus candle. They'll be able to toast to their upcoming nuptials with cocktails by candlelight to celebrate. Very romantic for a last-minute engagement gift for friends or family!

4. At-Home Wine Tasting Kit

At-home wine tasting kit last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Sugarwish

If the future spouses are wine lovers, send them a wine tasting box directly to their doorstep. Notification of the gift will be delivered as soon as you check out with a personalized email or text. The couple can choose their wine tasting box of choice, delivery date and other details at their convenience.

5. Mr. and Mrs. Passport Travel Set

Mr. and Mrs. passport travel set last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

For the newly engaged couple who loves to travel, this his-and-hers gift set comes with two passport holders, a keepsake jar and a picture frame to help celebrate the journeys they'll take together as future spouses. Whether they use it on their honeymoon or just their next opportunity to jet set, this giftable box will make it on time. Here's to free two-day shipping with Prime.

6. Intimacy-Enhancing Card Game

Intimacy card game last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

Relationship therapist and sexuality expert Esther Perel's card game, Where Should We Begin?, was designed to help enhance communication and foster intimacy through the art of storytelling. The game is available on Amazon with quick shipping via Prime. It'll show up just in time (so long as you have two days or so!).

7. Iconic Sweet Treats

Sweet treat gift box from Milk Bar
Photo: Milk Bar

What better way to celebrate your favorite couple's engagement than with sweet treats? Milk Bar offers a wide range of celebratory cakes, cookies, pies, truffles and other confections available for quick shipping to the recipient's home—the perfect last-minute engagement gift ideas. Shipping fees depend on the area of delivery, but are as quick as one to two days. We love this cookie and truffle combo pack as a sweet edible engagement gift.

8. Online Cooking Class for Two

Online cooking class for two last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Sur La Table

For the culinarily inclined couple who loves to cook (or wants to love to cook!), gift them a virtual cooking class. You can pay for the course online and send the gift instantly to the couple's email, making it an excellent very-last-minute gift that still feels thoughtful. Plus, it allows them to celebrate their togetherness with a shared experience—and a meal!

9. Romantic Picnic Set

Picnic set last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

If the future spouses are outdoor people, foodies or just like to dine alfresco, consider gifting them with this Prime-eligible compact picnic backpack set. They'll use it and cherish it for years to come. What better way to celebrate than with a romantic sunset dinner for two?

10. Classic Floral Arrangement

Classic floral arrangement last-minute engagement gift
Photo: UrbanStems

You really can't go wrong with a gorgeous bouquet or floral arrangement and UrbanStems has plenty of options to choose from, whether you're truly in a pinch and need same-day delivery (only available in select US cities) or have a few days to spare. You can also include a thoughtful gift with the floral arrangement, like a luxe candle or box of candy, along with a wide array of vase options, cards and greetings. It's a great last-minute engagement party gift, too, if you send the flowers straight to the venue. Get 15% off with our code: THEKNOT15.

11. Couples Painting Class

Couples painting class last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Uncommon Goods

Say congrats to your favorite duo with an online painting class for couples. Just select a date and time before adding to cart and select the gift option. They'll be able to bond together over art and they'll leave the virtual course with a new piece of decor to display in their home.

12. Memory-Capturing Instant Camera

Instant camera last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

There's nothing like a tangible photo and an instant camera is a great way to celebrate a new engagement. Plus, this camera is available for quick shipping with Amazon Prime, so you can have it delivered to their door as a gift. This is also a great last-minute engagement party gift idea, since they can capture moments from the event. Just remember to include some film.

13. Wine Subscription for Two

Winc wine subscription last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Winc

Winc's accessible, yet premium wines are the perfect way to celebrate a new engagement. You can send a digital Winc gift card instantly via email with redemption instructions (you pick the gift card amount and the recipient picks the wine). So even if you're truly in a bind, you're in good hands with Winc.

14. Special Food Delivery

Goldbelly e-gift card last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Goldbelly

With a digital gift card to Goldbelly, the newly engaged couple will be able to choose from some of the best foods delivered straight from top restaurants around the US. From authentic NYC bagels right to their door to filet mignon feasts for two from luxury steakhouses, Goldbelly brings fine dining to the comfort of their own home. Yum!

15. Engagement Date Personalized Star Map

Engagement date star map last-minute engagement gift
Photo: DigitalArtonEtsy

Available for digital download in just a few hours (but up to 24 hours) after your purchase via Etsy, this personalized star map by date feels anything but last-minute—they'll think you ordered this thoughtful gift months in advance. If you know the exact date that they became engaged (check social media if you forgot), ask someone close to the couple for the time to get an accurate star map that they'll cherish as a keepsake forever. This lovely print also includes their names, a location and a saying of your choice.

16. Forever Rose Bloom

Forever rose last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Venus ET Fleur

For a fresh take on the traditional floral bouquet delivery, consider gifting the newly engaged couple this sweet single forever rose. Just like the couple's love, Venus ET Fleur's flowers are picked at full bloom and treated with a toxin-free preservation solution that allows the arrangement to last for up to a year—no watering or maintenance required. It'll arrive in one to three days with the rush-shipping option.

17. Unforgettable Experience

Tinggly unforgettable experience gift card
Photo: Tinggly

From hot air balloon rides to all-inclusive resort stays, Tinggly's digital gift cards (which can be delivered via email instantly or printed out for in-person gifting), allows the couple to pick a celebratory adventure to experience together. If you have a bit more time, you can also gift them with a Tinggly gift box, which will ship to the couple's home and includes a catalog of over 10,000 experiences. Sounds fun, huh?

18. Personalized Video From Their Favorite Celebrity

Cameo personalized video last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Cameo

Cameo allows you to send a personalized video from one of the platform's celebrities, TV personalities, actors, influencers, athletes and more. Choose the celebrity, tell them what to say (congratulations!) and get your video within seven business days. The video file will be sent to you or the couple directly, depending on your selection. Some top celebrities on Cameo include Lindsay Lohan, Kenny G, Dorinda Medley and Lance Bass.

19. Monthly Fragrance Delivery

Monthly fragrance gift last-minute engagement gift
Photo: NEST New York

With NEST New York's scent subscription box, you can give the gift of aromatherapy delivered to their door monthly. You can choose from six subscription box options, ranging from two months to a year, and opt for a single candle or a diffuser box subscription. The giftees will receive an email notifying them of the gift to come after you check out.

20. DIY Hand-Casting Kit

DIY hand-casting kit last-minute engagement gift
Photo: Amazon

Available for one- and two-day shipping for Prime members, this romantic DIY hand-casting kit is a thoughtful way to celebrate the couple's engagement. Not only does it allow for an experience for the couple to share together, but the end result is a beautiful sculpture symbolizing their union and love story. The kit comes with everything they'll need to create their sculpture.

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