Creative Bridesmaid Gifts

Bridesmaids do more than wrap themselves in silk and taffeta to look pretty in your wedding photos. You hand-picked them because you want them standing by your side on the big day, and along the way they’ll (hopefully!) help you get ready to walk down the aisle.

It’s always good to give your girls a special thank you for their support and to honor their special relationship to you.

Tradition has many brides gifting their wedding party with jewelry to match the bridesmaid dresses. What about the idea of getting a little creative with your gift, though? It’s a nice thought to pick something that they can enjoy well beyond the wedding itself.

A THING OF BEAUTY IS A JOY FOREVER…

Brides aren’t the only ones who want to feel pretty. Beauty gifts can help your wedding party primp on the day itself, but still have value and purpose afterward.

Philosophy’s “Thank You” set includes two of their popular Grace scented shampoo, bath and shower gels. The packaging is adorable and ready to gift.

Cake’s “You Deserve This” set contains luxury hand and foot cream. It’s another themed gift that’s perfect to show appreciation.

OPI has an entire collection of sheer nail polish shades with names like Catch the Garter and Pearls Night Out.

Even if your bridal party comes from all over the country, you can still treat them to a pampering massage or pedicure on their own time. SpaFinder is an online service that offers gift cards redeemable at over 6000 location nationwide (the website has a full directory).

GETTING PERSONAL…

Getting monogrammed or otherwise personalized gifts is always a nice option if you want to give something unique to each of your bridesmaids.

Girly Twirly is a fun website that offers everything from monogrammed wristlets and umbrellas to personalized water bottles and flip flops.

Etsy is a virtual marketplace for tons of handmade and custom pieces. Personalized pocket mirrors and scrapbooks are unique and affordable gift ideas.

Erin Condren specializes in bright, candy colors on every variety of personalized paper good. A set of note cards or pads would make a cheery and useful gift.

Amazon has maid-of-honor and bridesmaid picture frames that would be perfect to house special photos from your special day. The website also offers many other customizable gifts.

ALL THAT GLITTERS…

If you’d still like to go the jewelry route, there are many options out there that go outside the traditional square box.

Charms are all the rage, and a charm chosen specifically for each bridesmaid would make a thoughtful gift. Bucket of Beads and Zable make Pandora like bridesmaid charms that would be a fitting reminder of the event.

Etsy, again, has a ton of options for unique and whimsical jewelry. Margo’s Originals “shop” on the site has many bridal party sets that can be customized with your choice of charms, stones, initials, etc.