Bridesmaid Gifts Come in All Shapes and SizesAhhh...bridesmaids! What would your wedding day be without these special ladies?? A bride depends on her maid of honor and bridesmaids for a lot of things as the wedding draws near and when the big day arrives. Surely, there's bound to be a little drama when a bunch of women get together, but – overall – your bridesmaids are women you'll treasure for the rest of your life.
That said, you'll want to make sure that you take ample time to select bridesmaid gifts as a way to say "thank you" to the women who have pledged to support and uplift you as you enter a new phase of your life.
There are many options when it comes to choosing bridesmaid gifts. Some brides decide to select an item that their bridesmaids can wear on the day of the wedding. For example, you may want to opt for some sort of personalized necklace that looks good with the bridesmaid's dresses. A smart choice is a heart-shaped pendant that can be engraved with the initials of the recipient. Similarly, personalized charm bracelets are also an excellent choice and they match just about any style of dress.
If you don't want to purchase bridesmaid gifts the attendants can wear for the wedding, consider something else from the bevy of personalized gifts available to fit a variety of budgets. For example, women enjoy keepsake-type items, like small jewelry boxes, photo boxes, or even picture frames. Photo frames are great for displaying that special bridal party picture!
Got bridesmaids who are on the go a lot? Then think about selecting a travel item for them such as a lovely tote, a pretty spa bag, a duffle bag, or handsome luggage tags. These are great for long or short trips.
These days, many personalized gift companies sell bridesmaid gifts that are emblazoned with the word "bridesmaid" or "maid of honor." These include items such as coffee mugs, water bottles, frames, t-shirts, necklaces, key chains, and more. They are a good reminder that she played a special role in someone's big day and most of them are items that she can use for years to come.
Most brides decide to buy the same thing for each bridesmaid, perhaps choosing something a little different for younger junior bridesmaids. Etiquette books note that this is best. But if you find that you what to buy something different for each one, go ahead! Try, however, to spend a similar amount of money on each.
When it comes time to present the gift, include a card with a hand-written note. If you're going to present the gift at the rehearsal dinner, practice a few lines that you can say about each bridesmaid in order to make them feel special.
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