I'd Like to Gift My Bridal Party An Experience. What Types of Events Would Work?

A gift certificate for a massage, facial, or even a pedicure will always be appreciated. Heather Dwight has some ideas for a unique gift. "Perhaps a day with the girls is more up your alley. A spa day is a perfect way to relax with your favorite gals and thank them for sticking by your side. Whether it's just manicures or a full day of treatments, a relaxing day will give everybody a chance to unwind before the special day. Many host special private parties, specifically made for a girls day out!"

Should I Make a Bridal Party Gift Box or Bag?

It's possible to buy pre-made gift sets, but it's also easy to make your own. Choose several small personalized items like a wine tumbler, compact, or piece of jewelry to start, and add in beauty products, day-of essentials , or self-care treats.

Should I Give a Gift When I Ask Them To Be Part of My Bridal Party?

" It’s not necessary, but definitely a trend right now," says Lowenthal. "A small gift or token of appreciation will let them know how excited you are to have them by your side ."

The 21 Best Bridal Party Gifts in 2021

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Unique Bridesmaid Gifts — Brides / Chloe Jeong

The people that make up your bridal party are some of the nearest and dearest. They’ve stood by your side through thick and thin, and now they’ll stand by your side as your squad. Plus, they’ve been an integral part of your wedding journey. From celebrating your engagement to helping host a blow-out bachelorette party, those special people in your life are the very best to walk down the aisle with you on your way to say your "I do."

Whether you met them on the playground or were desk partners at your first job, you and your bridal party have a special bond that will only grow stronger as you share life’s milestones—like your wedding day! That’s why it’s important to show them just how much you appreciate their friendship and all that they’ve done to support you on your wedding journey with a thoughtful gift that’s a token of your appreciation. Whether you indulge them with a fancy set of PJs or shower them in sparkling jewels, we’ve rounded up the very best gifts for your squad!

Here are a few of our must-have bridal party gifts!

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DivineBridalShop Bridesmaid Robes

Deck your squad out in these lovely floral cotton robes! They come in a range of vibrant shades to match your palette—or to mix and match so that each person has her very own robe. Packaged in an organza bag, this gift is ready to give!

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ModParty Personalized Floral Compact

Here’s a gift that’s bound to come in handy on the big day. These pretty compact mirrors make it easy for your leading ladies to check their lipstick one last time before heading down the aisle or hitting it on the dance floor! Plus, they’re the perfect size to carry in her clutch.

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TheSimpleBrideCo. Custom Wine Tumbler

Rosé all day will be more than just a catchy saying with these chic, personalized tumblers. Customize the color to match your palette or bridal party dresses. They come complete with a straw for easy sipping—how delightful!

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LeRoseGifts Bridesmaid Pajamas

Luxurious satin pajamas? Yes, please! Bonus: These come with embroidered monograms that can be customized with initials and wedding date. So your bridal party will look—and feel—like the queens that they are.

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MOSBEYStudio Peronalized Soy Candle

After the festivities are over, your bridesmaids may need a little downtime. So invite your besties to kick up their feet and relax by the light of this personalized candle. It comes in a range of soothing scents, such as lemongrass and sage—a thoughtful gift.

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ThePaintedPress Speckled Minimalist Ring Dish

This handmade jewelry dish is perfect as a standalone gift or added to a larger box of goodies. Custom-stamped with initials, this one’s a treasure and a treasure keeper!

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ModParty Bridesmaid Tumblers Set

When it comes to wedding-day essentials, staying hydrated tops the list, so these water bottles are bound to come in handy! Made of BPA-free acrylic, they’re personalized and have metallic tops that add a bit of bling that takes them from basic to baller.

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NavesDesign Set of Four Personalized Foldover Clutches

NavesDesign Set of 4 Personalized Foldover Clutches — Courtesy of Etsy

It will be a down-to-every-detail moment when your bridal party appears with these matching clutches. Made of high-quality vegan leather and custom printed with gold initials, they’re refined enough for the wedding day and chic enough to use after the big day!

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LalanaartsShop Bridal Gals Illustration

So much more than just a photo, this custom artwork is a sweet way to commemorate a special moment in your friendship. A gift that shows your bridal party that your friendship is worthy of a portrait.

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LLDGiftsByLaurenLash Bridal Purse

Here’s a gift for your glam squad! This acrylic and gold cross-body purse is an elegant accessory for the people in your wedding party. Choose a color that matches your palette and personalize them with names for a gift they can use on and after your wedding day.

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LaaLee Gold Zodiac Necklace

You might not be able to give your bridal party the sun, moon, and stars, but you can give them this cool zodiac necklace. Each one comes with a handmade gold pendant customized with its sun sign—a stellar gift for your outta-this-world squad!

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TheEngraver Engraved Bridesmaid Flask

Fancy flasks for wedding-day fun! These lovely gold onees come custom engraved with a name and delicate floral design, which makes them both pretty and useful.

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Uncommon Goods Minute Mimosa Sugar Cube Trio

An instant upgrade to any glass of bubbly, these flavored sugar cubes add a festive and delicious surprise to every glass. So if your crew loves cocktails, this gift will keep the champagne flowing—cheers to that!

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Zazzle Botanical Gold Grenner Personalized Tote Bag

Tote bags make a great standalone gift but they can also be used to package additional goodies for your bridal party. This canvas tote has a delicate watercolor botanical illustration and is personalized with a name for a pretty perfect present!

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Olive + Piper Primrose Studs

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend but might be out of the budget when it comes to bridal party gifts. While these pretty primrose studs aren’t made with diamonds, they are covered in glittering crystals. A simply stunning gift for your bridal party!

Event planner Heather Dwight mentions: "you can’t go wrong with a little bit of sparkle! Gifting your main gals with some bling will not only show them how much you appreciate them but will also give them something to remember your special day by."

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Z Create Design Personalized Makeup Bag

If your bridal party skews toward the love all the, pretty girly things, they’ll appreciate these handmade, personalized makeup bags. Gifted alone or filled with a few goodies—think lip gloss, nail polish, and hand cream—this gift provides a perfect place for them to keep all of their personal items for the big day and beyond.

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JeweeDiamond Dainty Initial Letter 14k Solid Gold/Silver Necklace

Delight your squad with these thoughtful, custom necklaces. Choose from letters, numbers, zodiac signs, and birthstones for a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry that shows how much you care.

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Mark & Graham Small Travel Jewelry Case, Shadow Printed

These chic, monogrammed jewelry cases make it easy for your crew to pack up their diamonds and pearls in preparation for your big day. Made of high-quality vegan leather, these cases come in a variety of shades, so they can suit each person's style or your wedding palette.

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Simone LeBlanc Relax & Renew Suite

Invite your bridal party to relax and renew with this luxe gift box. Packed with restorative treasures and treats to indulge the spirit and senses, this gift lets your crew know how much you appreciate all that they’ve done to make your wedding special.

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EMU Australia Mayberry Slippers

They’ve walked down the aisle, stood by your side, partied on the dance floor—now it’s time to invite your ride-or-die crew to kick up their feet and take a load off. These shearling slippers are fun and fashionable, so they’ll be relaxing in style!

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Marigold & Grey Wedding-Ready Totes

Marigold & Grey Totes Wedding Ready — Courtesy of Marigold & Grey

This cute jute and leather tote comes packed with a few choice items that will get your squad prepped and pumped for the big day. Stocked with a wine tumbler, eye gels, and champagne gummies, your crew will be ready to roll down the aisle!

"The fabulous thing about their tote bags is that you can stuff them with goodies based on the personality of each bridesmaid. Is she a total fashionista? Fill the bag with a gift card to her favorite store, magazines, or accessories you think would look amazing on her! Is she a yoga master? Pack her new tote with a fun and fabulous yoga outfit or a trendy new mat," says Heather Dwight.

What to Look for in a Bridal Party Gift

Think: a tumbler to stay hydrated, hand cream or fragrance to feel refreshed, a pretty robe, or favorite snacks. Then, consider gifts that feel special and personalized like custom jewelry that she'll wear long after the ceremony.

Olga Pomeransky, manager of Best for Bride offers some advice when trying to pick out. a gift. "Instead of buying lavish gifts, think about getting them things that they’ll be able to use every day. Makeup bags with their initials on them, blinged-out coffee cups, a jewelry box engraved with their name, etc. Taking the time to really choose a great bridal gift will go a long way with your bridesmaids. And to go step further, maybe buy each bridesmaid a different gift tailored to their own personal likings? This will show them how much time and effort you put into their gift and they’ll really love you for that."

FAQ

I'd Like to Gift My Bridal Party An Experience. What Types of Events Would Work?

A gift certificate for a massage, facial, or even a pedicure will always be appreciated.

Heather Dwight has some ideas for a unique gift. "Perhaps a day with the girls is more up your alley. A spa day is a perfect way to relax with your favorite gals and thank them for sticking by your side. Whether it's just manicures or a full day of treatments, a relaxing day will give everybody a chance to unwind before the special day. Many host special private parties, specifically made for a girls day out!"
Should I Make a Bridal Party Gift Box or Bag?

It's possible to buy pre-made gift sets, but it's also easy to make your own. Choose several small personalized items like a wine tumbler, compact, or piece of jewelry to start, and add in beauty products, day-of essentials, or self-care treats.
Should I Give a Gift When I Ask Them To Be Part of My Bridal Party?

"It’s not necessary, but definitely a trend right now," says Lowenthal. "A small gift or token of appreciation will let them know how excited you are to have them by your side."

Why Trust Brides

Brides contributor Elizabeth MacLennan has been scouring marketplaces around the world— and web— hunting down that just right object for over 15 years as a prop stylist. Read: she’s seen just about everything when it comes to gifts! With a discerning eye and astute mind, she considers quality, function, and design when she’s vetting products. Plus, she’s a girls’ girl with a crew of ride-or-die ladies in her life— read: she has a finger on the pulse of gifts that appeal to the girls.

Meet the Expert

Heather Lowenthal is a wedding planner and founder of Posh Parties, based in Palm Beach, Florida.
Heather Dwight is the founder and owner of Calluna Events, a Colorado-based boutique event planning firm.
Olga Pomeranksy is the manager of Best for Bride, a Canada-based bridal store with locations in Toronto.

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