While this year has been full of twists and turns, one thing remains the same, and that is love! Many engaged couples have had to pivot to accommodate the changing times, but not being able to see our loved ones as often as we’d like has been a wake-up call for many.
Today we’re talking about appreciating those loved ones, specifically those in your wedding party! These ideas are just the tip of the iceberg and can be adapted depending on if your wedding party is more traditional (women as bridesmaids, men as groomsmen) or a little less traditional! There are no rules when it comes to choosing the perfect gift for those standing by your side on your wedding day, as long as it’s meaningful to you and them!
Without further ado, here are some awesome gift ideas that your wedding party will love (and actually use!):
Wearables: From jewelry to top quality sunglasses for the entire wedding party, you can’t go wrong with a little something extra to improve their attire on the wedding day. Depending on what you choose, you can order these gifts in bulk, saving you time and money while still making your wedding party look as stylish as ever!
Travel Accessories: One thing that most people do frequently is travel! Whether it is taking a vacation to the coast or flying internationally, a high-quality leather weekender bag or passport case can be a perfect gift for those wedding party members that just can’t stay in one place for long.
Food and Treats: Everyone loves a sweet treat or two. If your wedding party is comprised of too many personalities and complex characteristics to choose just one all-encompassing gift, you can always personalize food easily. From your whiskey-loving groomsmen (a small bottle of high-quality whiskey with some personalized shot glasses) to your chocolate-obsessed maid of honor (a nice chocolate box and a bottle of wine), sometimes food can be the thing that brings it all together!
Candles and Novelties: While this swings to the more feminine side, depending on the men in your wedding party, you can probably choose a candle scent that suits everyone in your wedding party. Consider opting for a scent that reminds them of your wedding (if your wedding color is lavender, choose a lavender candle!). This gift can be personalized easily by adding to it, from a nice bath set for the ladies to artisan beer from your local brewery for the men.
Personalized Outfits: We’ve all seen the popularized dressing robes before the wedding, but what about taking the extra step and getting them embroidered?! While I advise my clients to stay away from things like imprinting your wedding date, a nice nod to your friends like “best friend” or their name embroidered can be something they’ll use for years down the line. (pc: A&M Photography)
As you can see, there are millions of options when it comes to choosing the perfect gift for your wedding party. While you can choose to select a singular gift for each of your friends, you can also elect to choose the same gift for everyone. This saves you precious time and sometimes money! Whatever you choose, just remember how important your loved ones are when choosing the gift. Though there are many things to do before you walk down that aisle, these gifts show how thankful you are to have these people in your life.
For more gift ideas or planning advice, contact me today for your free consultation!
