13 Awesome Wedding Gift Ideas for Bridesmaids

So after months of stressing, planning and stressing about planning, the big day has finally arrived! You’ve no doubt had a lot of help from your friends and family to get to this stage and you’re sure to want to thank those who have pitched in with their time and effort. With that in mind, we take a look at 13 brilliant bridesmaid gift ideas so you can show your appreciation for all their help!

1. Personalised Jewellery

Say a big thank you with a piece of jewellery that’s unique to each bridesmaid. We’re thinking earrings that come with a message of appreciation, a monogrammed bracelet, or something different with a special meaning to you and your bridesmaid. We recommend checking out all the great options on Etsy and Not On the High Street.

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2. A Special Mug

With all the excitement (and nerves) you and your entourage are probably not going to get much sleep the night before your wedding day. Caffeine is most likely a necessity so supply your bridesmaids with these cool little personalised mugs by Sophia Victoria Joy and get the coffee flowing while you prep.

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3. Matching Clutch Bags

In many ways, a clutch bag makes the perfect gift for bridesmaids. They can be stylish and practical AND can match your wedding colour scheme too! They’ll last for years as well and your bridesmaids can reminisce about your big day every time they use it.

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4. Nail Polish

Another great opportunity to do a spot of colour scheme enhancing and give your bridesmaids something they’ll love at the same time. A gift of an upmarket nail polish is always welcome, and your squad can make a real statement of solidarity with their fabulous matching nails.

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5. A Lucky Charm

The ever-popular charm bracelet provides an excellent opportunity to give your bridesmaids a gift they’ll cherish for a long time to come. Whether you choose to gift the same charm to all of them as a reminder of your day, or one that’s unique to each bridesmaid, they are sure to love this thoughtful present to add to their collection.

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6. A Bottle of Champagne

Nothing marks a celebration quite like champagne! Pick out something nice and present it to your bridesmaids as a thank you for all their hard work and support on your wedding day.

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7. A Pampering Session

Whether you decide to give this pre- or post-wedding it’s sure to go down a treat. Give the gift of pampering to your bridesmaids to show your appreciation with a trip to a spa or nail salon or what about all going together for a great day out with your friends?

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8. A Collage

This heartfelt bridesmaid gift is guaranteed to tug at the heartstrings! Take a trip down memory lane and celebrate all the fun you’ve had together over the years with a collage of photos from throughout your friendship. You’re sure to enjoy putting them together just as much as your bridesmaids will enjoy receiving it.

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9. A Personalised Hanger

This cute little gift idea adds a bit of personality to the prep room on the morning of the wedding and will also be a wonderful memento from your wedding day. As an added bonus, the dresses on hangers shot makes a nice photo for the wedding album!

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10. A Compact Mirror

Following on with the pre-wedding prep theme, why not provide your bridesmaids with a personalised compact mirror? It’s thoughtful and practical and makes for a wonderful reminder of your wedding every time they need to touch up their make-up.

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11. Personalised Sunglasses

Depending on what look you go for, this bridesmaid gift can provide style or bit of humour on your wedding day. Make it personal by having your bridesmaid’s name printed on them and prepare yourself for lots of summery, ‘shades-on’ selfies.

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12. A Bridesmaid Survival Kit

Making your own box of goodies is a great way to ensure your bridesmaids have everything they need on your big day. Personalise the box with whatever message you want and start getting creative with the contents of your bridesmaid survival kit.

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13. Transfers

Think transfer tattoos are just for kids? Think again! You can buy some seriously cool temporary tattoos, like these transfers from DaydreamPrints on Etsy, which make an awesome little bridesmaid gift for that edgy look on your wedding day.

With so many great ways to thank you, treat your bride tribe to some of these amazing bridesmaid gift ideas and they’re sure to be delighted!

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Looking for gift ideas for the groom? Then you’re in luck! Have a read of 13 Gift Ideas for the Groom and get inspired!