22 Etsy Bridesmaids Gifts You Can Find for Under $30

Jordan Strohl
Jun 26, 2018

Every bride-to-be knows that Etsy is *the* place for unique decor, gifts, and favors at great prices. And since bridesmaids are the unsung heroes of wedding planning, you want to make sure they know how appreciative you are. After all, they wore the dress you chose, planned your awesome brunch bridal shower and, most importantly, are going to stand by your side to celebrate the happiest day of your life. Spoil your go-to gals with one of these 22 affordable gifts, and they know you’ll never forget their special part in your big day.

1. ModParty Personalized Compact Mirror ($12): Mirrors are an absolute must on your wedding day. Supply your girls with their own personalized compact so that they can do a lipstick check and be photo-ready all day long.

2. Cheeky Corner Gift Shop Bride Tribe Mug ($13): All of those latte dates spent wedding planning won’t be complete without this adorable coffee mug. Whether your girls drink tea or coffee, this cup will help them keep caffeinated.

3. Rebelle Heart Custom Luggage Tag ($15): Packing just got a whole lot prettier with these custom luggage tags.

4. BoRann Personalized Notebook ($18): A handmade hardcover notebook? Yes, please! Give your bridesmaids something to write their ideas down in while they craft their speech or help you plan.

5. My Bebe Cadum Personalized Tote Bag ($13): A personalized tote will help everyone keep their things in one place during your bachelorette weekend.

6. Everyday Calligraphy Champagne Flutes ($10): The only thing better than drinking Champagne is drinking Champagne out of a glass with your name on it. Make your girls feel classy AF while they sip all day long.

7. Little Flower Soap Co. Bridal Box ($28): Wedding planning can be a tad stressful. Pamper your girls with a customizable box of goodies that will give them the home spa day that they deserve.

8. The Mint Orchid Bridesmaid Socks ($14): Bring on the coziness! There’s nothing better than snuggling up in a pair of knit socks while scrolling through all the wedding photos. Every time they put these on, they’ll remember your amazing celebration.

9. Love Mia Co. Hair Ties ($28, set of 10): Just like your bridesmaids, these ties are at the ready whenever you need to put your hair up and get to work.

10. Piyama Bridesmaid Eye Mask ($15): Let your girls slumber in style with an eye mask that’s both affordable and fashionable.

11. Cinderollies Foldable Flats ($14): Nothing beats flats when you’re ready to kick off your shoes and hit the dance floor. Save your BFF’s feet with a gilded pair for when it’s time to get low, get low.

12. Limon Bijoux Blush Earrings ($20): Sure, diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but these earrings are pretty rad too.

13. Drink Bliss Water Bottles ($12): We all know the importance of drinking water, especially during the bachelorette party. Keep your bridesmaids hydrated with personalized bottles that they can use for both your wedding and their yoga classes.

14. PCB Home Really Pretty Makeup Bag ($20): When it comes to organizing makeup, the struggle is real. Help a gal out by giving her a makeup bag that tells her how you really feel.

15. ModParty Jewelry Dish ($10): Your girls won’t lose their rings and things with a jewelry dish that looks fab on a dresser or nightstand. It’ll instantly become home to their jewels, keys, or spare change.

16. Abbingtons Bridesmaid Mug ($14): The more mugs, the better. Your bridesmaids will remember your awesome wedding every time they take a sip of their morning cup of joe.

17. Lola Bean Jewelry Initial Necklace ($25): The simplicity of this necklace is absolutely stunning on its own but can also be worn stacked with their other necklaces. Customize it with each girl’s initials and they’ll add it to their daily look.

18. Bridal Monograms Bridesmaid Robes ($25+): Because what else would you wear while getting all dolled up? Monogrammed robes are the perfect pre-wedding outfit for getting your hair and makeup done while sipping mimosas.

19. Meshka Design Nude Bridesmaid Clutch ($29): We’ve found it! This is the clutch that goes with absolutely everything. Just like the unique bridesmaid dress you picked out, this will be used again and again.

20. Grace Personalized Initial Birthstone Ring ($29): Don’t just stop at the initial — get extra-personal with rings that feature their birthstone too! They’ll know that you went the extra mile to thank them for all the hard work they put in.

21. Mignon and Mignon Personalized Jewelry Bridesmaid Proposal Gift ($27, set of 2): Get your “Will You Be My Bridesmaid” plan in order with these personalized bangles.

22. Forward World Personalized Wine Cup ($10): Wine on the go — who doesn’t love that?

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8 Ways I’m Changing My Grocery Budget Just in Time for Tax Season

There have been many years when I really had to scrimp to pay my taxes, but I’ve found that casseroles, frozen veggies, and meatless meals are a great way to help make ends meet. Admittedly, you should be frugal about your grocery expenditures at any point during the year. But during tax season, it can be especially crucial to pinch pennies (at least until you get that tax refund, that is!).

Not long ago, I was that person who went to the grocery story list-free and haphazardly selected items for my cart as I passed by. Then I realized that as tax season was approaching I should consider a more frugal approach to feeding myself. Intrigued by the idea, but skeptical about my ability to execute on it, I dove in and decided to pare down my grocery bill. Originally, I was worried that scrimping on price would mean lowering my standards for quality, but it turns out that with a little careful planning, you can make some really delicious meals on a dime. Scroll on to see what I discovered.

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Use a Grocery List

The number one tenet of saving on your grocery bill is to make a list and stick to it. This goes hand in hand with meal planning and makes everything from budgeting to cooking a more streamlined process. Although it seems like a lot of upfront effort, think about it like this: Even if it took you one hour a week to plan — which, according to Investopedia, could help you save about $640 or more a year on food waste and other costs — that would save you about $12 an hour. For those who make $12-$15 an hour, the savings are like taking a paid week off of work!

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Buy In Bulk On Sale Items

So many things freeze beautifully. When items that you use regularly are on sale, from bread to butter to meat, snap them up in bulk. Although the savings seems minimal, when you add it up over a year’s worth of purchases, the amount of money you keep in your pocket will be significant. Plus, if you buy in bulk, you’re always guaranteed to have your favorite ingredients on hand.

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Stockpile In The Freezer Section

If you’re doing things right and stockpiling, then you’re going to make good use of your freezer. Although we want to eat our favorite fruits and vegetables year-round, buying things in season is significantly cheaper, which means that when these items are affordable and available you’re going to want to stock up. Even if you’re buying pre-frozen fruits and vegetables, you’re saving money, and the research shows that you’re not losing any nutrients by doing so.

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Shop In Season

While you can most likely find your favorite items at your grocery store year-round, prices (and not to mention taste) will fluctuate greatly based on the season. In particular, if you’re buying tomatoes, berries, grapes, peaches, or asparagus out of season, you could really be hurting your grocery budget. Instead, opt for their frozen counterparts or wait until they are *naturally* back in the store.

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Enjoy More Casseroles

Casseroles do not belong in the 1950s. In fact, they are every bit as valuable today as they were 70 years ago. Why? Because they’re a healthy and delicious way to stretch out pricier ingredients and feed more mouths. You could feed each person one chicken breast or you could use two in an entire casserole which will feed you both for dinner and leave you with leftovers for lunch the next day. If you’re not sure where to begin, find tons of Brit + Co casserole recipe inspiration.

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Use Herbs and Spices

Scenting your meals with a handful of herbs and spices is a good way to add a lot of flavor with little extra cost. Bonus points if you grow your own herbs. Also, you should definitely be buying spices in the international section of the store. I recently noticed that an ounce of cloves costs $3.79 in the spice aisle but 99 cents in the international section.

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Go Meatless Most Days

Meatless Mondays are all fine and dandy, but if you really want to save a few extra dollars, you need to make more than one day of the week meat-free. Not to mention, it’s better for your overall health to eat less meat. Studies show that people who eat less meat have a lower risk of dying from cancer, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses. So you’ll be doing something good for your wallet, and your well-being to boot.

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Everything You Need To Know About The 90-Minute 'White Lotus' Season Finale

White Lotus season 3 is coming to a close, and the internet has a lot of questions — led, of course, by Who is The White Lotus killer? Well, I can't answer that one for you just yet, but we'll all get the answer this Sunday, April 6, when the White Lotusseason finale airs. Here's everything you need to know about how to stream the White Lotus finale episode (and how to rewatch all the episodes leading up to it).

Here's everything you need to know about season 3 The White Lotus season finale episode, airing on HBO and Max April 6, 2025.

Where can I watch the White Lotus season finale?

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The White Lotus season 3 finale will air on HBO and Max April 6, 2025 at 9 PM EST.

How many episodes of The White Lotus season 3 are there?

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The White Lotus season 3 will have 8 episodes total, and episode 8, "Amor Fati," is premiering this week! Here's the full schedule:

  • Season 3, Episode 1 "Same Spirits, New Forms" premiered on February 16, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 2 "Special Treatments" premiered on February 23, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 3 "The Meaning of Dreams" premiered on March 2, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 4 "Hide or Seek" premiered on March 9, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 5 "Full-Moon Party" premiered on March 16, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 6 "Denials" premiered on March 23, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 7 "Killer Instincts" premiered on March 30, 2025
  • Season 3, Episode 8 "Amor Fati" premieres on April 6, 2025

Who's in The White Lotus season 3 cast?

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The White Lotus season 3 cast is one of the best on TV right now! The list includes:

  • Jason Isaacs as Timothy Ratliff: a financier vacationing in Thailand with his family, and with some secrets.
  • Parker Posey as Victoria Ratliff: Timothy's wife.
  • Patrick Schwarzengger as Saxon Ratliff: Timothy and Victoria's eldest son who works Timothy.
  • Sarah Catherine Hook as Piper Ratliff: Timothy and Victoria's daughter, a college senior who's studying religion.
  • Sam Nivola as Lochlan Ratliff: Timothy and Victoria's youngest, a high school senior.
  • Michelle Monaghan as Jaclyn Lemon: a TV actress on a girls' trip.
  • Leslie Bibb as Kate Bohr: one of three friends on a Thailand girls' trip.
  • Carrie Coon as Laurie Duffy: a lawyer escaping the real world with a girls' trip.
  • Walton Goggins as Rick Hatchett: a guest at The White Lotus traveling with his younger girlfriend Chelsea.
  • Aimee Lou Wood as Chelsea: a young English woman staying at the resort with her much-older boyfriend.
  • Lalisa Manobal as Thidapon "Mook" Sornsin: the White Lotus' health mentor.
  • Lek Patravadi as Sritala Hollinger: an owner of the White Lotus.
  • Natasha Rothwell as Belinda Lindsey: spa manager visiting from the White Lotus Hawaii vacation.

Where did The White Lotus season 3 film?

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The White Lotus season 3 filmed from February 2024 until August 2024, and filmed in various locations around Thailand, like Bangkok, Phuket, and Ko Samui.

Is White Lotus season 3 finished?

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The final episode of White Lotus season 3 airs this week, April 6, 2025. But filming for the show finished in August of 2024.

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Aldi vs. Trader Joe’s: This 1 Store Will Absolutely Save You More Money

An Aldi fan on Reddit recently compared the cost of their grocery list at Aldi to several major stores, and we’re absolutely floored by the results. One of our favorite places to go even ended up being 71% more expensive than Aldi – yikes!But in this economy, we can believe it.

Of course, if we're talking about grocery stores, we can’t forget to mention Trader Joe’s! Not only do we love TJ’s for their notoriously quirky vibe and fun new finds, we opt to shop there because it’s seemingly affordable (keyword here being seemingly).

We calculated the cost of a similar grocery list at Trader Joe’s to the Aldi’s one on Reddit, and the final tally was a bit… shocking.

Scroll on to see which retailer wins for affordability in the Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi debate!

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The original poster on Reddit, an Aldi fan for sure, totaled up a basic grocery list consisting of 22 items from Aldi and concluded: “All I can say is, wow. I know I’m preaching to the choir here but these savings are insane.”

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The Redditor also provided grocery list totals for several other popular grocery stores to compare the Aldi list to. They also made sure to note that they get their grocery shopping done in the Chicagoland area, so that could definitely explain why the numbers may be a little different where you live. Knowing that, here’s what they came up with:

  • Aldi: $60.40
  • Walmart: $74.80 (24% higher)
  • Jewel: $83.90 (39% higher)
  • Whole Foods: $103.51 (71% higher)

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We did the heavy lifting and concocted a similar grocery list for Trader Joe’s. For reference, see the Aldi bill above, and the TJ’s bill in the bullet points below:

The Trader Joe's List

  1. Tiny Fruity Cuties Cereal (like Fruit Loops) $3.99
  2. Everything but the Bagel Seasoned Crackers (This was the most similar TJ’s product to Aldi’s cheese crackers we could find, plus most of TJ’s crackers average around $2.99 anyways.) $2.99
  3. Saltines (TJ’s no longer sells their version of saltines, but according to one Redditor, they were $1.99.) $1.99
  4. Avocado oil$7.99 (Two more dollars than Aldi!)
  5. Organic black beans $1.19
  6. Unscented deodorant $4.99
  7. Brownie Truffle Baking Mix $3.97 (Two more dollars than Aldi!)
  8. Romaine hearts (We weren't able to find an organic option listed on TJ’s site.) $2.99
  9. Large eggs $4.99
  10. Multicolor peppers (Only organic is listed on TJ’s site.) $2.99
  11. Green peppers (Only red organic peppers are listed on TJ’s site.) $3.99
  12. Seedless cucumber (The only comparable option TJ’s has for the Aldi’s list above is the Persian cucumbers.) $2.49
  13. Mild cheddar cheese (The only comparable option TJ’s has for the Aldi list above is the Shredded Unexpected Cheddar Cheese.) $4.99
  14. Cilantro (This isn’t listed on TJ’s site, but they do sell it in-store. Various sources report different prices for cilantro. Abillion forums say it’s $1.29, but Taste of Home reports $1.99. We're averaging the two for a final item price.) $1.64
  15. Tuna pouch $1.79
  16. Hummus (Only organic is listed on TJ’s site.) $2.99
  17. Yellow onion (Assuming 1 since the quantity isn't clear in the Aldi list above.) $0.99
  18. Red onion (Assuming 1 since the quantity isn't clear in the Aldi list above. TJ’s doesn’t have red onion listed on their site, so we're also assuming it’s a similar price to their yellow onion.) $0.99
  19. Carrots (Assuming 1 since the quantity isn't clear in the Aldi list above. Only organic is listed on TJ’s site.) $2.49
  20. Avocados(Pack of 4, like Aldi.) $5.99
  21. Celery (TJ’s doesn't have celery listed on their site, but they do sell it in-store. For this comparison, we're assuming it’s the same price as Aldi’s celery.) $1.69
  22. Potato chips (TJ’s doesn't have baked chips like Aldi does, so we went with the most basic potato chip option to compare, the Ridge Cut Potato Chips with Sea Salt.) $3.99

Aldi vs. Trader Joe's: The Price Comparison

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Aldi’s total came to $58.75 without tax, while the Trader Joe’s total ended up clocking in at $68.14 without tax for (mostly) similar items on the Aldi list. That means that TJ’s only came to cost $9.39 more than Aldi for a very comparable haul. 🤔

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So, who really wins the Aldi vs. Trader Joe’s debate? If you were to measure it solely by the numbers, it’d be Aldi – though the margins aren’t as big as they are at, say, Whole Foods (71% more, remember?!) or drastically big in general.

Aldi vs. Trader Joe's: Who's The Winner?

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Both Aldi and Trader Joe's definitely have their respective charms. While Aldi boasts a fan-favorite ‘aisle of shame’ and a streamlined store design, Trader Joe’s never stops the flow of fun, new products that keep fans in a chokehold. If you’re set on choosing a clear winner, we say go with your heart – going off of this basic comparison, you’ll honestly end up spending a similar amount of money shopping at Aldi vs. Trader Joe’s.

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Oh Oz! Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo Stun In First 'Wicked: For Good' Poster.

I've been waiting to see Wicked: Part 2 (officially titles Wicked: For Good) since long before the credits rolled on Elphaba's "Defying Gravity" in November of 2024. I was born for this! And not only have we gotten a brief glimpse at Cynthia Erivo's iconic Wicked Witch of the West look, we also just got a look at the new Wicked: For Good poster thanks to some folks at CinemaCon — and it shows off Elphaba and Glinda's (Ariana Grande) incredible costumes in the new movie.

Here's a breakdown of that Wicked: For Good poster from CinemaCon — and Cynthia Erivo & Ariana Grande's new Wicked costumes.

What's up with the Wicked 2 poster?

The first Wicked: For Good poster debuted in Las Vegas during CinemaCon, and attendees immediately clocked the new images upon arriving. After Wicked ended with Elphaba escaping the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum), Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh), and the Emerald City, and Glinda staying behind, it's no surprise that the first look at both these ladies features a huge chasm between them. Another X user also points out the two cliffs and the Wizard's castle between them form a W!

But my favorite detail about the Wicked 2 poster is Glinda and Elphaba's costumes. With her broom, her hat, and her coat, Elphaba looks more like the Wicked Witch of the West than ever before, while Glinda has swapped her all-pink wardrobe for a periwinkle gown.

I immediately clocked the color shift — especially since Glinda is working so closely with Madame Morrible now, and it totally feels like the clothing reflects just how much influence Glinda's allowing Madame Morrible to have over her. After all, the Emerald City might be green, but Shiz University is all blue (as are Madame Morrible's most iconic outfits).

What does "for good" mean in Wicked?

"For Good" is a song in Act 2 of Wicked (that we'll also hear in Wicked: For Good) about how Elphaba and Glinda have changed each other's lives forever — and, even though they say "who can say if I've been changed for the better?", I'd say that they way they affected each other's empathy, confidence, and kindness proves they really did change each other for the better.

What is Wicked: For Good going to be about?

Wicked: Part Two is going to pick up after the events of Part One: Elphaba is on the run (and being blamed for everything going wrong), Glinda has stayed behind and become the spokesperson for the Wizard, and the animals continue to lose their ability to speak. Meanwhile, Fiyero (Jonathan Bailey) is determined to find Elphaba, and Nessarose (Marissa Bode) is increasingly infatuated with Boq (Ethan Slater).

When does Wicked: For Good come out?

Wicked: For Good is flying into theaters November 21, 2025.

Who's in the cast of Wicked: For Good?

The Wicked: For Good cast features all your favorite stars from the first movie:

  • Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba: an emerald-green young woman possessing remarkable magic.
  • Ariana Grande as Glinda: Elphaba's best friend who's morphed from popular girl to political spokesperson.
  • Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero: a dashing prince who refuses to believe the rumors about Elphaba.
  • Ethan Slater as Boq: a munchkin who's in love with Glinda.
  • Marissa Bode as Nessarose: Elphaba's little sister.
  • Jeff Goldblum as The Wizard of Oz: a man from our world who found himself in Oz.
  • Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible: Shiz University's sorcery professor.

We Totally Missed This Bridgerton Cameo In The Wicked Movie. Did you?

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Zendaya Will Play Ronnie Spector In A24 Biopic 'Be My Baby'

Zendaya's got her plate full with an engagement to Tom Holland and starring in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, but she's still on a mission. Her latest project finds her embodying singer Veronica "Ronnie" Spector in A24's Be My Baby and it feels like the ideal role for her. It's true she's known for her acting and ethereal style (guided by Law Roach's watchful and genius eyes), but Zendaya also has a beautiful singing voice. In our honest (and unfiltered opinion), it's about time she's granted the opportunity to portray a legendary figure in the music industry.

Scroll to learn everything we know about Be My Baby and Zendaya's role as Ronnie Spector!

What is the plot for 'Be My Baby?'

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Deadlinereports Be My Baby will cover Ronnie Spector's life as it specifically pertains to being with late producer Phil Spector. Harper's Bazaar also reports the film will show the formation of the Ronettes, their record deal at Phil Spector's Philles Records.

Though he was known for contributing to some of the greatest acts in music (the Ronettes and Ike & Tina Turner), Phil was still a problematic man who eventually committed a deathly crime (via The Independent). Before that, The Independent revealed Ronnie & Phil's marriage was the result of an affair that led to the singer having to run for her life after being held hostage in her own home.

Did Ronnie Spector pen a memoir that has the same name as the film?

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Yes! Ronnie Spector's memoir Be My Baby was released after her death and gives readers an inside look at being a member of the Ronettes, fame, and volatile moments in her relationship with producer Phil Spector. Though parts of her story will garner tears, Ronnie also details the highs of her career once she found her voice again.

Did Zendaya have to audition for the role of Ronnie Spector in 'Be My Baby?'

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According to Variety, Ronnie Spector selected Zendaya to play her in Be My Baby. The singer was also set to be an executive producer of the film before passing away in 2022 (via Deadline).

Her death garnered a heartfelt tribute on Zendaya's Instagram as the actress referred to her as "a magical force of greatness." She ended her lengthy caption with, "I hope to make you proud."

Who's the director and screenplay writer for 'Be My Baby?'

Filmmaker Barry Jenkins (Mufasa, If Beale Street Could Talk, and Moonlight) will direct Be My Baby while Dave Kajganich (Bones and All) is in charge of the film's screenplay.

Production hasn't started yet for Be My Baby, but we're looking forward to seeing Ronnie Spector's life told through Zendaya, Barry Jenkins, and Dave Kajganich's eyes.

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