It’s your special day. Family and friends will be gracing your wedding with their presence. And of course, you can expect to receive incredible wedding gifts. One of the best parts of weddings is a great exchange that occurs when it comes to gift-giving. The couple not only receives presents but they in turn hand out gifts to honour special people. The bride and groom express their gratitude for the exerted time and effort loved ones have spent assisting with the big day.
There are many people who deserve to be honoured and remembered on this occasion. You certainly didn’t make it to this moment on your own. Several people played a vital role in your life to get you here. Staying organized by listing them down will keep you from forgetting and having a few names slip through the cracks.
Gifts for the Groom
First on the list is a gift for your soon-to-be-spouse. The bride and groom can’t forget to thank each other! It’s been an adventure getting to your wedding day, and you did it together. Give the groom a simple note that expresses how much you’re looking forward to your journey together. Let your message come with a sentimental gift. The best offerings are meaningful and come from the heart, showing how special he is to you. This can be something inexpensive that you know he’ll love. Grab him tickets to go see his favourite sports team or band, or hop on the Internet and find him a cool guy gift. When it comes to buying for men, there are so many options. A watch, cosy socks, or cigars would make ideal gifts.
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Gifts for the Bride
For your bride, a tennis bracelet, a pair of earrings, or a necklace should do the trick. Get creative and leave a message on the bottom of her shoes, or anything that says “Mrs.” or “Wifey” would be cute. Anything that lets her know you’re thinking of her on your wedding day. She’s done so much to prepare for the wedding; she deserves a big thank you! Be the one that gives it to her. Think of the things she loves and tap into her favourite interests.
Gifts for Your Parents
Next, think of a gift for your parents. They were really excited for you when they found out you found someone to spend the rest of your life with. The moment you declared your announcement would be etched as one of the favourite memories of their life. And for sure, they have spent a considerable amount of time and money to assist in your wedding. This is why a thank you gift is the least you can offer them. For the moms, a monogrammed cosmetic bag would be beautiful, or a satin robe paired with her favourite perfume. For the dads, a new set of cufflinks, a wine opener kit, or a personalized tie maybe. You don’t have to break the bank, just tap into what you know they love.
Gifts for Your Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids
Your backbone, your maid of honour and bridesmaids, the ladies who have been with you from the start. Giving them a present as a token of appreciation and in remembrance of your wedding would be a great thing to do. The gift for your maid of honour should be a little more special and over the range spent for the bridesmaid’s gifts. There are many options as to the gifts you can give for these ladies. It could be a bag, drinkware, jewellery, gift boxes and sets, robes, and a lot more. Think of gifting items you can all use as you drink mimosas while getting ready the morning of your big day. Monogrammed clothes and matching jewellery would be a fun way to say thanks.
Gifts for Your Best Man and Groomsmen
Your best man and groomsmen don’t expect anything, but there are so many fresh offerings out there that they will love. Just like your gift for the maid of honour, your gift for your best man should be a little more special than that of the groomsmen gifts. These men have exerted much effort to make your wedding day extra special and a gift presented to them simply expresses your gratitude. Make your gifts count by making it something they can cherish for many years to come. You can choose from flasks, decanters, cigars and lighters, barware, travel bags, and the like.
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Wedding Day Table Gifts
The wedding favours you give out are your way of thanking every guest who graced your wedding with their presence. Some of these guests may have travelled from afar and put in time and resources just to make it to your wedding. Make sure they leave feeling appreciated and valued for being part of your wedding. Choose from a wide variety of favours like wine bottle stoppers, glass containers, bottle openers, salt and pepper shakers, and many more. Look to match the gift with your wedding theme. And remember, these are gifts that should and will be household items that will be used and bring a smile on the face of your loved ones for years to come.
Searching for wedding table favours is probably last on your wedding to-do list. Your wedding guests have been carefully chosen, and everyone in attendance played at least a small role in getting you to the altar. These special people deserve more than just a kiss and hug as they exit your big day.
There are a wide variety of unique personalized wedding favours, and you can find an assortment of high-quality products for your reception.
Bottle Opener:
First up is a bottle opener. That’s pretty cool, isn’t it? Well, this wedding favour is cute, and it works!
Tabletop Piece:
These cute and adorable tabletop pieces that spark conversation amongst guests. This useful gift will be a hit at your wedding.
Rustic Bottle Opener:
A rustic metal key that doubles as a bottle opener. This decorative Piece gives your guest something they can use around their house after your wedding.
Cute Fridge Magnets:
This product is cool!. It’s magnets that look like Typewriter keys that stick to your fridge, or certain types of metals. They spell with the letters L-O-V-E….the love you and your partner have for each other.
Cutomised Poker Cards:
These are lovely cards, constructed well, and great for poker night. Cards always make great gifts. They have personalized ones too, which are cooler. What better way for your guests to remember your important day?
Bottle Stopper:
A bottle stopper that works well. This shiny item is a practical gift that your friends and family will love to leave with.
When to Buy Gifts
The sooner you can prepare for these gifts, the better. A more specific goal would be one to two months before your wedding. This way you won’t have to cram buying presents a week before your wedding. Make sure that you begin to shop months before your wedding so you can take advantage of fabulous finds both online and in stores. You’d be surprised how an excellent off-season sale can save you a lot when buying these gifts or how stumbling upon the perfect gifts may happen while doing other wedding errands.
How Much Should You Spend?
Determining the amount you should spend on each gift would really depend on your wedding budget. However, considering the amount they shelled out for your wedding you may want to put in a more significant amount on the gifts for your parents, maid of honour and bridesmaids, best man and groomsmen. They may have already spent a great deal on a plane ticket, hotel room, attire, your bridal shower, bachelor/bachelorette party, wedding and shower gifts, and the like. A range from $75 to $150 should be sufficient. In general, spend a little more for the maid of honour and best man and a little less for the flower girls and junior bridesmaids. It’s as simple as gauging based on how much they’ve spent on you.
When to Give the Gifts
Timing is everything! When to give your gifts should be thought of well ahead of time. The gift for your spouse may be given hours leading up to your ceremony. Take a quiet moment away from the hustle and bustle of your wedding day to say “I love you.” Share an intimate moment together to trade gifts, or ask someone from your wedding party to help you set up a gift swap if you didn’t plan to see each other before the ceremony. Some couples do it the night before the wedding. What’s important is to be on the same page as your spouse and enjoy a special moment together.
Your parent’s gifts may be given a few days before the wedding over a special lunch or dinner. They can also be given during the rehearsal dinner or on the morning of your wedding. The gifts may be given to both sets of parents together, or in separate moments individually.
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As for your wedding party, gifts may be given at the rehearsal dinner or on the day of your wedding over brunch, lunch, or while preparing together for the big day. They may also be given a few days before your wedding over a separate meal. If your gift is something you need them to wear on your wedding days like a shawl or scarf, jewellery, or cuff links, you may give this while you’re getting ready. By doing this, you lessen the risk of your wedding party, forgetting your gift at their hotel room or even misplacing it.
For the young attendants, like your flower girl or ring bearer, the gifts may be given during the rehearsal dinner as well. However, this will depend on what kind of gift you have and their age. Gifts that they need to use or wear during your ceremony should be handed to them on the day of your wedding.
The wedding favours which are intended for everyone may be positioned at each place setting or even as part of the table centrepiece. If the wedding favour is to be given per couple, you may label them with the couple’s family name and place on a separate table where guests may pick them as they enter the reception area.
Your gifts mean a lot, especially to the people closest to your heart. Don’t forget to personally hand them out or insert a personal message to express your heartfelt gratitude for all their love and generosity. So many have done so much for you leading up to the wedding, and this is your chance to truly thank them.
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