Gifts for the groom don't have to be complicated

Everyone knows about bridesmaids gifts and groomsmen gifts, but far fewer newly engaged couples are familiar with the bride's gift and the groom's gift. No one knows where the tradition came from -- it may be new and it may be old -- but it's a nice way to calm frazzled nerves and soothe away tension just before the wedding.

The groom-to-be usually has it pretty easy because he can get away with buying a piece of jewelry if he's at a loss. The bride doesn't get off so easily! Men, as you may know, can be pretty hard to shop for. The good news is that gifts for the groom don't have to be complicated. It's likely that your groom will dig anything that he's been eying for his groomsmen.

Here are four cool, dude-friendly ideas:

A personalized humidor
A fancy shaving set
A steak branding iron (no kidding!)
A real personalized pocket watch

Want to know more? Smart Wedding Planning has put together a short primer on gifts for groomsmen, and you can draw some more ideas from there. Now start shopping!