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Gifts For Your Bridesmaids
Your bridesmaids are some of the most special women in your life. Usually your bridal party is made up of sisters, and grade school friends. Maybe even that friend that introduced you to the man with whom you are planning to spend the rest of your life. No matter if you are planning a simple ceremony, or a grand parade fit for a princess, there will be at least woman who will be standing by your side when you pass through this next milestone in your life. Among all of the traditions and hubbub, it can be easy to have her feeling a bit over looked. After all, she has been either helping you plan this momentous occasion, or she has put up with your bridezilla impressions and soothed all in your wake. Giving gifts to your bridesmaids and maid of honor goes beyond another check mark in the wedding planner. It is a way of showing how much you appreciate them showing up to wear those dresses.
Traditionally, bridesmaids are given practical gifts before the ceremony. This is one way to ensure that everyone has a matching pair of pearl earrings for the wedding. Tennis bracelets or hair combs jeweled with swarovski crystals are other fine gifts which they can use again later and will remind them of this special day they spent with you. If budget allows, gift certificates for a spa treatment, or even a Mani-pedi, will help everyone relax after the hustle and bustle. This can even be an opportunity to plan a girls night after the honeymoon so they can scoop all of the details of your post ceremony trip.
Sometimes, a little creativity and personalization can go a long way. Even something as simple as a lettered charm with their initial for the bracelet shows that you put a bit of thought into the gift. When budget is a concern, personalizing a simple gift highlights how special you hold your relationship with them. A small wooden jewelry box from the discount store may not seem like much. However, when it holds a picture of the two of you as children or a letter telling them how much you appreciate their friendship it becomes a treasure for the ages.
Traditional may not be your cup of chai, but giving a gift does not have to fall in the realm of jewelry and pink taffeta bows. Dinner out with the ladies, or individual lunches at a cafe, gives the gift of time and attention they may not even realize they need. And, there is always room for glasses from the bachelorette party and personalized tank tops as a fun break from the checklists.
Women recognize how much of your time and energy is going into your wedding. The knowledge that you have taken the time out of that busy schedule to do something just for them will help them to enjoy this day with you. So, take a little time to search out those gifts for your ladies. You may find that those moments you spend looking for the perfect gifts helps you to refocus on the excitement of the big day they will be sharing with you.
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Gifts for Groomsmen
As the big day comes closer, your groomsmen are starting to get into the groove of things. There is a bachelor party to plan and a car to decorate. Although they may not be needed in their traditional role of protecting the dowry, or helping you to kidnap the bride, their responsibilities abound with tux fittings, escorting bridesmaids, and putting up with rehearsals. These men have been your wing-men over the years, and this is the ultimate time for them to stand by your side. The wedding planner has a box for a check mark next to Groomsmen Gifts, and your first reaction may be that it is just one more responsibility that has fallen to you for this occasion. However, gifts for your men are more than a simple formality. This is an opportunity for you to give them something more than a hard time.
Some of the most common gifts for groomsmen have been cuff links and engraved flasks, and items like these are easily available to be ordered and shipped straight to your home. By following the traditional route of matching gifts there is little chance of leaving someone feeling slighted. The shopping can also be expedited by only having to make one decision during an already stressful time.
Remember, that traditional does not have to mean impractical and boring. Just about anything can easily be personalized, so any interest can be represented. After all, a set of engraved wrenches may even help keep the peace at some point in later years.
For some, budgets or hobbies may fuel your choice of gifts. Remember, these are gifts to show your appreciation. For some, it may be the one time that you can express how important they are to you without the normal masculine stigmas. Passing the best man your treasured first edition comic book, or even your little black book may help you to show your appreciation. By taking each man aside and individually offering them a thoughtful token, even a short personal letter, the price tag may be avoided. In any case, it is always good to cater to each man's interest. Gift cards can be purchased for a wide variety of places such as Bass Pro Shop and Academy. Likewise, prepaid debit cards will allow them to pick out just the right item for themselves. Even a subscription for their favorite hobby magazine could keep the gift new past the wedding.
Not all gifts have to be something which can be wrapped or engraved. Taking the guys to a game, or on a deep sea fishing trip for the day, would allow everyone a bit of peace amidst the storm. Concert tickets or an afternoon playing paintball can also help release some stress. If you are wanting to locate something memorable, keep your eye out for what you would like to have yourself. So take a little time to show your appreciation for these men who have each agreed to stand with you and witness one of the most momentous events of your life.
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