Gift Ideas for Bridesmaids and Groomsmen

Great Groomsmen Giftscharms with the initials of the bridesmaid or date of the
Although brides tend to do the majority of the planningwedding engraved on them are also becoming very
for the wedding, the choices for the groomsmen giftspopular as part of a set of bridesmaids gifts.
has traditionally been left up to the groom himself to doOther gifts for bridesmaids include items she can use
the choosing of those wedding favors.such as flower seeds to plant in her garden as a
Traditional groomsmen gifts have included silver cuffcommemoration of your special day, a tote bag that
links with each groomsmen's initials engraved on eachwill hold items for day to day errand running. Candles
cufflink. Cocktail Shakers with engraved glasses orare also part of many bridesmaids gifts complete with
simply an engraved beer mug with the initials or thean engraved candle holder with the date and names
date of the ceremony have also been commonly usedof the bride and groom.
as groomsmen gifts for decades.Special Gifts for a Special Maid or Matron of Honor
More modern groomsmen gifts include engraved Ipods,She's your best friend, your confidant and helped you
engraved golf ball sets with a monogrammed towel ormost of all to keep your sanity during the stress of
something along the lines of a personalized soft bodiedplanning your wedding. Make sure to remember this
cooler filled with yummies such as wine, crackers andspecial lady with a very special gift to show your love
cheese is another way to show your appreciation.and affection for one of your favorite people.
You can also give a unique Tuxedo Wine BottleTraditional gifts for a maid or matron of honor include
Stopper make even the wine included in your giftkeepsake jewelry, often with more than initials
special.engraved, but also usually a sentiment such as "You're
Wedding Favors Bridesmaids Will Lovealways there for me, Thank you" or "Thank you for
The other half of the wedding party will include yoursharing our special day" are two frequently used
bridesmaids and their gifts are traditionally chosen byphrases for maid/matron gifts. Giving the jewelry in a
the bride herself. Traditional gifts for bridesmaidspersonalized jewelry box will make a great gift that
include jewelry, such as bracelets and necklaces withshows you put a lot of thought into her gift. Other
a small charm engraved with each bridesmaid's initials.commonly given gifts include friendship vases or a
Made in sterling silver, this gift can be a wonderful giftpersonalized bud vase complete with her initials etched
and when you visit with someone that was in yourin the glass.
wedding party years from now, she can hold up herMore modern gifts for the maid or matron of honor
wrist and show you the charm dangling, and you caninclude personalized tote bag that has items just for
both recall the day you took your vows andher. Those items can be gourmet cheeses and
remember the lighthearted moments of the things thatcrackers along with a memento bottle of wine from
seem to go wrong and don't seem that funny at thethe wedding ceremony. Or a new outfit with a blouse,
time, even in the most thoroughly planned weddingsskirt or slacks or you can put in a gift certificate to her
but are remembered with a smile years later.favorite boutique. Personal care items are also popular
Since everyone seems to have a cell phone, cellgifts including make up bags and manicure sets.
phone bling is also a popular gift. Crystal or silver