Yes, of course it's the thought that counts when it comes to giving gifts. But at the same time, you don't want to spend your hard earned cash after all the wedding expenses you've already accrued, on something your bridesmaids secretly dislike or won't ever use.
There's a reason you've selected these specific women to stand beside you on the happiest day of your life, so spending the extra dollars to make gifts more personalized or detailed, is worth it. Not to mention it makes for excellent photos and memories when they continue to use their gift in the future.
Below are some of the best items for your bridesmaids, along with some unique and fresh takes on sometimes overplayed concepts.
First up is the top pick, tote bag with wedding colors and/or themes incorporated. Go the extra mile and have it monogrammed for each girl if you can.
If you don't have the funds to splurge on a fancy looking bag/ monogram- don't stress -- just pick up a cute and affordable tote to stuff with items for your crew to enjoy.
The tote bag I was gifted for one wedding included the items below along with snacks, mints and other tokens.
Most brides provide accessories for the day of the wedding. The accessories usually coordinate with the wedding colors or compliment them. If you can find a necklace that is simple and add a monogram, your bridesmaid will find herself wearing it routinely vs just for this occasion. Same goes for fun and colorful earrings or even a ring.
Keeping in line with accessories-- your bridesmaids will need somewhere to put their new pieces and old. For the bride on a budget- this is the perfect way to give your bridesmaids something to use and that is tailored to them or your wedding. Tropical, beach or summer weddings can add the theme of flowers or pineapples. Or go the closest craft store and pick up the appropriate pen to place the wedding date, names or your bridesmaid's initials inside the dish.
Take some of the stress out of getting ready by providing yourself, and your bridesmaids with outfits for that part of the day. Cute tee's that note Bride, MOH, Bridesmaids etc. are fun, picture worthy ways to get ready.Instead of the generic tees/tanks, one bride gifted me a monogrammed button up shirt so getting in and out was just as easy as it was looking fashionable. If you need a more affordable route, opt for sleep shorts from forever 21 you can have monogrammed instead.
Finally, number 5 is something that has to be done tactfully. Otherwise you are just handing your bridesmaid a glass at the end of the day. Its best to give a pair so she can have a set. Also provide a cute and fun bottle. This is very easy for a DIY- simply by an affordable bottle and spray paint it with different glitter. If possible, you can use the wedding colors or just keep it feminine and fun.
What's your favorite bridal party gift from a wedding you've been in?
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