Bridesmaid Gift Ideas [ Page: 1 | 2 ] [ Submit a Gift Idea | Wedding Entourage Index ]    The following is a list of unique and creative gift ideas to give to your bridesmaids in appreciation for their help in making your day even that more special.

"Bridesmaid Purses" Submitted by: P. DelRosario of San Jose, California A satin or beaded little purse would be a great gift for each bridesmaid since the bridesmaid doesn't usually buy a matching purse with her outfit. The purse should be big enough to accommodate lipstick, powder and/or Kleenex. In the little purse, include a pair of earrings as another "surprise gift." Not only can the purses be used again, they are a practical bridesmaid gift.

"A Photo that will Last Forever" Submitted by: M. M. of Houston, Texas At one of my sister's bridal showers, she had a picture of herself and all the bridesmaids taken. Then at the rehearsal dinner she surprised us with a beautiful frame - and inside was the picture! It was a wonderful memento of a very fun time! (I plan on doing the same, but I'm hoping to take all my bridesmaids on a hot air balloon ride and get a picture of all of us there.)

"Tears of Joy" Submitted by: A. T. of Silver Spring, Maryland Don't forget the tears of joy! Handkerchiefs make great gifts for attendants and parents. Just before my wedding, my sister gave us handkerchiefs to carry with our bouquets. It came in handy when I wiped my father's tears at the altar. Also, decorate a box of tissue using fabric scraps, lace, notions, etc. (in white, ivory or your color scheme) and place at the guest book table for incoming guests.

Satin Evening Bags Submitted by: Cara of Cleveland, Ohio I bought each of my bridesmaids a black satin evening bag. Something you never really buy yourself and they can be used over and over again.

Fun Board Games Submitted by: J.Hunt of Marlboro, MA We wanted our wedding party to remember our day as *fun*, so we gave them each party games, which we matched to their personalities/tastes -- from Scrabble to Outburst to Encore.

Wish Bowls Submitted by: G.L. of Vancouver, BC, Canada I am going to a ceramics store where you can paint your own pottery. I'll be making "wish boxes" They are little trinket boxes and I will paint words like love, prosperity, happiness, friendship...stuff like that and some other choice words that will remind each person about a memory we have together. Like for my friend Stacey I will paint on there the word "denny's" and she will remember about all of our late nights at Denny's. Then at the cover of the trinket box it will say " this is your box of wishes....for love....for life" Inside I will also include a pair of earrings or maybe a pair of rhinestone clips that they can wear at the wedding with their dress.

Pewter Bouquet Holders Submitted by: Katherine of Austin, Texas Pewter bouquet holders are absolutely beautiful to carry. I have found them with a base for displaying the bouquet at the reception and for the dried bouquet after the festivities are over. Each will be inscribed with a special message from us. The holders will become a special piece for their homes and a great way to remember the occasion!

Potpourri Submitted by: Dawn of Maspeth, New York I am giving each of my three bridesmaids a costume necklace to wear on the day of the wedding, a covered hand-made, hand-held mirror and a personalized lipstick (their color and a name of my choice, i.e. Sassy Samantha). In addition, since my matron of honor, has done most of the work (my other bridesmaids are in other states) I am treating her and myself to a day at the spa after I return from my honeymoon.

Comfortable Shoes Submitted by: Jennifer of Abilene, Texas This is not an idea I can take credit for, but I plan to use it for my "maids." Everyone who has ever stood in a pair of bridesmaid's shoes knows how much your feet hurt before the evening is over. I plan to buy my bridesmaids some pretty house slippers that match the color of their gowns for them to wear during the reception.

Unique Baskets Submitted by: Davine of Birmingham, Alabama Each one of my bridesmaids are going to receive from me a basket filled with pantyhose for the wedding day, earrings for the big day, a travel size sample of body fragrances, and a small photo album of pictures of me and each individual maid. The photo book idea is a great one if you have a bit of time between now and the time of your wedding... you'll be able to take and develop the pictures in plenty of time before your wedding. Give each maid a different photo book to reflect her unique personality.

Necklace and Bracelet Set Submitted by: Davine of Birmingham, Alabama I am giving my bridesmaids a necklace/bracelet set to wear on the day of the wedding. That is one less expense for them, but easy for me to pick out for all of them instead of, say, their shoes.

Personalized Album Submitted by: Elisha of Canton For my bridesmaids, I am making them personalized albums. First, I am putting pictures of the wedding and some older pictures of all of us together. Next, I am placing a personalized poem in each one. Lastly, I am going to have their names engraved on the album. I thought this would become a cherished item.

Aromatherapy Kit Submitted by: Kayte of Portland, Oregon, USA I am pampering my girls with an aromatherapy spa pack by "KAUTIA" which consists of lotion, shower gel, bath scrub, bath salts, soap, candle, scrub pad and a certificate for a mineral soak/wrap at a local Hot Springs. I especially like the large white square box with a "pop top" I have stuffed with rafia. I added a bow to open it for an extra special touch.

Christmas Tree Brooch Submitted by: Bronwyn of New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Idea for December brides: I really wanted to find a bridesmaids' gift that was Christmasy while not being corny. I located a Christmas tree brooch that looks like a wedding cake. Sounds awful but it is so pretty. It even comes in any color of a bridesmaid's gown, which I didn't know before I bought the all-white. I found the Christmas pins at www.christmastreepins.com

Pearls Submitted by: Tracy of New York, New York, USA I have eight bridesmaids, many of whom are travelling a great distance to be a part of our day. I really wanted to give them a gift that was special and elegant, and that they would always have but also didn't exceed our budget. I was so happy to find classic fresh water pearl bracelets at Fortunoff that were not only very well priced but also very pretty. I think it is the perfect thank you and can't wait to give them their gifts!

Skin Care Class Submitted by: Cathy B. of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA I have had many of my customers host a skin care class for the bridal party well before the wedding to get everyone's skin in the best condition. Also, they hosted a makeover so that everyone knew the proper colors and learned the technique to look their best the day of the wedding! The bride gave the bridesmaids their "color look" as a gift in a beautiful compact!

Wine Bottles Submitted by: C of Indianapolis, Indiana, USA I found a nice gift that my bridesmaids can use. I am giving them each personalized bottles of wine. Each bottle has a nice label with a personalized note. They can use the wine with a nice dinner and either keep the bottle as a reminder or recycle it.

Gift Certificate to a Spa Submitted by: A Bliss! Reader in Chicago, Illinois, USA I am origninally from Hawaii and was planning my wedding in Chicago -- all of my bridesmaids were either living in Hawaii or on the West Coast, so I planned a day at the spa with all of my girls and my mother a few days before the wedding. I gave them each a gift certificate and had them choose either a massage, facial or manicure and pedicure. Some of them opted to have more done and they paid for the difference. It was nice to be able to spend time with one another. I, then, treated them to a late lunch. I also paid for their hair and makeup for the wedding and my sister made all the girls' necklaces and earrings to match their dresses.

Special Gift Ideas for your Bridesmaid Submitted by: Linda of Los Angeles, California, USA Got a good friend who has been with you through thick and thin? Now you are asking her to, also, take part in the biggest day of your life. How about an extra special gift for her? Treat her to a spa treatment, special party, luncheon in her honor. Remember, good friends are friends for life! Congrats! To all.

Buy Their Dress Submitted by: Alex of Ontario For my bridesmaids, I decided to buy their dresses.

Satin Purse or Pouch Submitted by: Tiffany of Norwalk A great bridesmaid gift would be a small purse or satin pouch with sample fragrances, oil towelettes, and a pair of earrings. You can also add a few personal things like a hair clip, tissue, lip gloss, nail repair kit (because I always forget clippers), and a nice scented sachet for a refresher if there is alcohol or smoking permitted at your wedding. All these things will come in handy and since you, the bride, will be the first thing on their minds, they will forgot the basics.

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