ANSWER:

The parents are allowed to give their daughter whatever gift they would like.

Any man with dignity would refuse such dowry coming in his name. He must insist that these items belong to his wife and not to him.

QUESTION: The groom has refused dowry, but the bride’s family insists on gifting items out of love as she’s their only daughter. They ask the groom to buy what he can, and they’ll cover anything missing. If it’s not demanded and given willingly as a gift, it’s allowed for the groom to accept it, as long as there’s no pressure or obligation. Intent matters in Islam.