There are so many details when it comes to planning a wedding, including finding the perfect personalized gifts for your bridesmaids. Sure, you could just buy a necklace and call it a day, but why not put a little more personal thought into it? Buck tradition and thank them by giving ’em something more special, unique and… personalized! It’s no secret that we are big fans of monogram everything, but we’re talking more than just the usual monogrammed jewelry gift here. With everything from totes to clutches to art, these gifts will let your fave ladies know how much you really care.
1. Floral Custom Wine Label ($21): If you still need to ask your special ladies to stand by you on your big day, what better way to do it than with a bottle of wine? This Etsy shop custom prints waterproof labels that you can personalize with your wedding date and slap on your friend’s favorite bottle.
2. Rose Gold Dipped Tote ($120+): Every girl loves a gold dipped bag. This Baggu from West Elm will be perfect for toting around all their essentials over the wedding weekend.
3. Embroidered Monogram Pillow ($68): For the bridesmaid who takes pride in crafting a cozy home, this embroidered pillow is the perfect personal addition to a bedroom. The unique details in the embroidery really make these pillows stand out.
4. Little Portrait ($75): So much better than just a piece of jewelry, a commissioned portrait of your bridesmaids is the ultimate in personalized gifts. Just send a photo of your bridesmaid to artist Kris Atomic, and she will create an adorably accurate ink and watercolor portrait.
5. DIY Luggage Tags: Planning a destination wedding? Make sure your bridesmaids are prepared with colorful personalized luggage tags. They’ll think of you every time they travel. (via Home Depot)
6. Personalized Transport Tote ($178): Got a few fashionistas in your bridal party? Turn to Madewell for their monogram shop, which will personalize a number of their leather pieces in addition to this fab tote.
7. Monogrammed Garland Ring Dish ($10): These delicate monogrammed ring dishes are ideal for bridesmaids who love handcrafted wares. Made by ceramicist Karen Guethlein using a six-day process and a 50-year-old kiln, these dishes are charming in their detail.
8. Monogramed iPhone 6 Case ($24): For your bridesmaid who’s never away from her phone, this adorable phone case will make sure she is stylin’ and never loses it. Plus, she’ll think of you whenever she checks her messages.
9. Field Notes Notebook ($16): Available as a notebook, address book, or day planner, this personalized gift is great for keeping your bridesmaids organized. It’ll help them remember exactly where they should send thank-you notes, or perhaps even chronicle their adventures leading up to their own weddings.
10. Sticky 9 Instagram Magnets ($15): Surely you have a ton of Instagrams with your besties, so get them off your phone and on your bridesmaids’ fridges. Turning 9 of your favorite memories into magnets is a gift your friends won’t soon forget.
11. Monogram Pouch ($15): For the bridesmaid who loves vintage touches of detail, this personalized pouch will always come in handy. It’ll definitely be great for carrying those fashion emergency essentials on your wedding day.
12. Personalized Floral Monogram Art ($18): If your bridesmaids are the kind of ladies who have everything, a piece of personalized art is always a good idea. It’s a simple gift that will never go unappreciated.
Did you receive an extra-special gift when you were a bridesmaid? Let us know in the comments below!
