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19 Bridesmaid Gifts They'll Actually Want to Keep

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Wedding planning involves a lot of details, from big decisions like choosing a venue to smaller details like the seating chart. Amidst all of the chaos, don't forget to show your bridesmaids a little appreciation. While it's traditional for the bride to gift her bridesmaids a meaningful gift, the timeline is up to you, whether you want to do a bridesmaid proposal, something for a bachelorette weekend, or a gift on the wedding day. If you're feeling overwhelmed, don't worry because we found the best bridesmaid gifts to show your bridal party some love.

A bridal party gift can be anything you want it to be, whether a personalized gift for each bridesmaid or something surrounding the wedding theme. We have a preference for practical gifts that someone can use, but don't be afraid to add a personal touch too. Whether you're creating an Instagram-ready gift basket or different personalized items for each girl, the best bridesmaid gifts are the ones your wedding party will cherish beyond the wedding day.

Lululemon

This cult favorite bag sells out so often you need to set an alert to know when it's back in stock. The good news is that the brand has dropped its biggest restock yet, allowing you to snag a few belt bags for your bridesmaids. It's available in an array of colors, so your bridesmaids can wear it everywhere -- from the airport on the way to the bachelorette weekend or to brunch when you're going over the finer details of your big day. Since the belt bag is such a sensation, they'll reach for it just as often for girls' night as they do everyday wear.

Collective Home

If you want to give them something wedding-themed that isn't too on the nose, get them personalized ring dishes. You'll need one when you get your wedding ring, and they can use one with their own jewelry. It will be a lovely reminder of your wedding day all year long, but you can also add a personalized touch by getting their initials engraved.

Uncommon Goods

If your upcoming big day feels like a giant celebration, keep the good times rolling by adding champagne cocktail sugar cubes into their gift bags. You drop a cube into a flute of bubbly, and it magically turns into a bellini or mimosa. These cubes release color, flavor, bits of fruit and a little glitter to make your drink feel extra special. Three packs come in one order, so you can split them between bridesmaids if you have a large wedding party. 

Uncommon Goods

Sometimes the best presents are edible ones. What sweeter way to thank your bridesmaids for being part of your special day than with cookies? These shortbread biscuits are customizable, allowing you to add everything from a heartfelt thank you to a cheeky inside joke. A box contains 24 of these, so you can either give one to each bridesmaid or break them out into smaller packaging.

Artifact Uprising

If you're the sentimental type, skip the knick-knacks and instead gift your friends a curated photo book of your memories together. From childhood sleepovers to wild Thirsty Thursdays at college to sophisticated wine dinners in adulthood, everyone will be misty-eyed flipping through these. Most importantly, they'll know exactly what they mean to you.

Anthropologie

If you want to stick to wedding-themed gifts, you can't do better than this "I Do" travel spray scent. It uses a blend of peony and musk to create a feminine scent that will have them thinking of lace veils and wedding bells. You can invite them to wear it on the actual wedding day, and every time they use it afterward, they'll feel a wave of nostalgia when they think about clinking glasses in the bridal suite, walking down the aisle with you and dancing under twinkling lights at the reception.

Etsy

If you're looking to give your bridesmaids something special for the morning of the wedding, you can't go wrong with matching personalized slippers. They're big and fluffy, which means they won't get lost in pictures. Your girls also won't accidentally grab the wrong pair while changing, since each foot has a name embroidered on it. 

Oak & Luna

Whether you love Sex and the City or your friends just love to wear personalized things, this nameplate necklace is the perfect addition to their goodie bag. It's written in clean, minimalist cursive, and you can choose between sterling silver, gold plating, rose gold or gold vermeil. It's a nice way to make the gift more about them rather than their role, adding a balance to their gift bag.

Amazon

Are you and your friends foodies? Then give them the gift of food with the "Love is Served" cookbook. While on the surface, it seems love-themed -- which is on-brand for a bridesmaid gift -- it's also about loving oneself. Each recipe is named with an affirmation like "I Am Fearless," "I Am Humble" and "I Am Open-Hearted," making this gift more about them than the wedding.

Zazzle

Everyone loves totes, whether they're going to the farmer's market, a weekend brunch or running errands. People love them even more when they're personalized. Surprise your bridesmaids with a rustic flower design with their names underneath. You can even use this bag as a gift bag, holding all the other small trinkets you may have gifted them.

Etsy

You can't go wrong with an aesthetic candle, and this one will match any bridesmaid's style. There are 11 scents to choose from, with some being wedding themed like Wedding Cake and Champagne Toast, and others being more trendy like White Tea or Rosemary & Sage. The label is also sweet, defining your friend as a "dream supporter" and "secret keeper." She'll love lighting this throughout the year and thinking of your bond.

Papier

If you're a Type A bride who prides herself on her lists and multiple calendars, then you will love this gift. Get your friends these daily planners to help them keep track of every important wedding event. From dress fittings to bridal showers to brunch get-togethers, they'll have written reminders of what's to come. This will not only help your friends keep track of the year's to-dos, but it's also helpful for their personal lives. Plus, you can personalize them with their names, adding an extra touch.

Walmart

If you don't have many bridesmaids and want to make their gifts extra special, consider gifting them a white Fuji camera. You'll have so much fun taking silly candids at the bachelorette party, and the idea can bleed into the wedding itself. You'll end up with a permanent snapshot of the fun times you shared wedding planning, partying with R-rated straws and hats, and finally celebrating on the big day.

Patchology

If you want your bridesmaids glowing on your big day, then fill their goody bags with masks. You can't go wrong with the Patchology Bubbly Hydrogel mask, which they can use the morning of your wedding day. Flush with skin-saving antioxidants and other soothing goodness, these masks will give your bridesmaids the glow-up they deserve.

Etsy

If your bridal party will do a lot of traveling for your big day -- whether that's to an island-based bachelorette or a destination wedding -- then make packing easier by gifting your friends a personalized jewelry case. It's big enough to hold a couple of earrings, necklaces and rings, and will help keep their items from tangling in their suitcases. It's as practical as it is chic.

Etsy

For the brides who host weekly wine nights with their friends, you can't go wrong with a vino-oriented bridesmaid gift. Get your favorite bottle of wine, remove its label and put on this bridal party one instead. If you want to get extra fancy, pack this in with artisanal cheeses or gourmet chocolates for a foodie bridesmaid box.

Amazon

If you want your bridesmaid gift to be more about your friends than the big day, consider the Oh Really? card game. It's a party game that gives you five different scenarios each round, and you guess your friend's order of preferences. The results can be surprising and will help you bond and learn more about each other. It's especially great if you're giving this gift at the bachelorette, as it can give you an activity in between rosé cocktails.

Welltree

These puffy, marshmallow-like shoes took off on TikTok, with fashion influencers embracing their athleisure aesthetic. Judging by the hundreds of thousands of likes on their videos, followers agree. Gift your bridesmaids a white pair if you want to stick to a bridal theme, but whichever color you choose, you know they'll be rocking the It item all wedding season.

Uncommon Goods

Do you take great stock in your horoscope? If you and your friends plan your week according to the stars, then add this candle to their gift box. They can keep any bad Mercury-in-retrograde vibes at bay with the help of this flower and crystal-laden candle. You can add a fun note with it, asking them to light it whenever you're meeting with the caterer or going dress shopping -- just in case.

Source: cnet.com

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