Wedding Party Gifts
A wedding party is a time when people celebrate the joyous occasion of a marriage. Often gifts are exchanged not just between the bride and groom but are presented to the guests, bridesmaids, groomsmen and all the people present at the wedding. If you're going to attend someone else's wedding and are stumped about what to get the bridal entourage or couple, here are some ideas that can be of help when it comes to gift-giving.
Wedding Gift Options
For the Bride and Groom
Wedding gifts for the bride can include elegant jewelry - it can be a necklace, a pair of beautiful earrings, bracelets or even a tiara. Choose diamonds, platinum or silver for the jewelry according to your budget constraints. In case you are looking to get a unique gift for the bride, make a bridal goody bag - buy a pretty dress, some jewelry to go with the dress, a cool pair of shades, may be a cardigan, a hat, her favorite perfume, cosmetics all rolled up into a fancy good bag. Wedding gifts for the groom can include a pair of nice cufflinks, tie or bookends and watches as well. Try and personalize the gifts for the couple. In case you are looking for gifts that the couple can enjoy together, you can gift them home accessories like coffee makers, barbecue grill, music systems, or other appliances that the couple can incorporate in their house. As for the gifts exchanged between the couple - it could be anything - be it a honeymoon at a great destination, diamonds, a brand new car, an electronic gadget or even a self-written poem. It is always the feeling behind the gift that counts.
For the Mother-in-law
Picking out a gift for your mother-in-law is not a difficult task either. Beautiful and elegant pearls make for great gifts for mothers, gift her a beautiful pair of pearl earrings or a fine pearl necklace. A personalized jewelry box, or an elegant brooch might also be a great idea for your mother-in-law. In case you know her well, you can pick out gifts that match her hobbies and interests, but make sure you personalize your gift in order to add a touch of warmth to the gift - for example if your mother-in-law loves to cook, get her beautiful cookware, and an apron which has her initial on it.
For the Father-in-law
While picking out a gift for your father-in-law make sure you consider his interests and get him a gift accordingly. If he is an avid golfer, personalized golf balls and other golf accessories will definitely win you some brownie points. A beautiful pocket watch, finely crafted cufflinks, crystal chess set, or a crystal encrusted pen set might be some of the options to consider while shopping for your dad-in-law. If he is fond of reading, a collection of classic books might also be perfect for your father-in-law.
For the Bridesmaids, Maid of Honor, Groomsmen, or Best man
Gift for bridesmaids can include cosmetics as well as body care items starting with basic make-up equipment like lip colors, eye-colors, lip gloss and shimmer to moisturizers, hand and body creams as well. Compact manicure or pedicure sets can also be a great idea for bridesmaids. Personalized chocolate hampers, coffee hampers, tea gift bags can also be innovative and are useful gifts for the ladies. As for the groomsmen and the ushers pick out poker sets, or personalized beer mugs, which the guys will truly appreciate. Cufflinks can also be a great gift for the groomsmen, ushers as well as the best man in the wedding. Make sure to personalize the gifts.
For Guests (For Couples Giving Gifts)
The favors should not only be useful for the guests but should also remind them of the wedding celebrations. Personalized coasters, pen holders, or any other small knickknacks with a mention of the couple's name and wedding date can be a great gift for the guests. Personalized photo frames can also be a great idea and if you can have on the spot developed photographs with every guest and present it to them in a beautiful photo frame, then it will help them cherish your fond memories for a long time.
Things to Remember
- While picking out a gift, think of the person that you are getting it for and think whether she / he will really like it and use it. Think about individual tastes and interests while picking out the gifts
- In case of wedding favors, or bridesmaid favors or groomsmen favors, try to stick to same gift items for everyone. You can pick out special or slightly different gifts for the maid of honor and the best man.
- Personalize your gift, no matter what gift you pick, be it as simple as a bathrobe or as expensive as a gem-studded cufflinks; try to personalize the gift for the recipient. It makes the person feel more special.
- Take out time to pay attention to the gift-wrapping or the presentation aspect of the gift. Make sure you hand out the gifts in a decent wrapping paper or pick out convenient gift bags, which are easy to give away gifts and look attractive as well.
