What is traditional?
Jewelry the female attendants will wear in the wedding and engraved
money clips for the groomsmen are the usual fare. But what about bridesmaids who have chosen
different style gowns in the fabric and color the bride has chosen? While one strapless version can handle the
necklace, maybe the jewel necked version can't.
Brides may choose to give the wedding jewelry as a gift to their
attendants because they want the symmetry of everyone the same, but brides may
give more thought to a gift that is more personal and says thank you for being
in my wedding and an important part of my life.
We are seeing more brides - and grooms too - putting real
thought into their attendant gifts. And
we are seeing more individual gifts that reflect that person's tastes and
preferences rather than a one size fits all gift. Granted, giving individualized gifts takes
more time and thought, but can reflect a deeper appreciation for that person's
role in your life and your wedding.
A cookbook or monogrammed measuring cup for someone who
likes to cook, a novel by a favorite author for a passionate reader, two
tickets to a movie theater with a gift card for dinner or drinks at a favorite
hangout, a clutch handbag for the" fashionista", electronic gear for
the gizmo fanatic or a special bottle of wine for the aficionado are all
options to consider.
Wedding party gifts don't have to be "wedding"
focused, nor is there such a thing as a "standard" gift that is
expected. These are treasures you have
found to say thank you to people who matter to you.
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