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Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Keys To Consider When Buying Bridesmaid Gifts

By Danny Ricks

The wedding day is one of the most important and memorable days in a woman's life. You would want everything to be perfect and special. Planning your wedding may be stressful and tough. There are so many things to do and those pressures can give you those wedding jitters every now and then. Thankfully, your bridesmaids, your best friends, are there to support you all the way. They help you for the wedding plans, choosing dresses, cakes, shoes and honeymoon plans. They are enthusiastic arranging bridal showers and a bachelorette party. Most importantly, your bridesmaids are always there whenever you need someone to listen to you every time you feel anxious and pressured. Their big role deserves a big thank you from you and you can show it through your bridesmaid gifts.

In buying bridesmaid gifts, decide whether you want something that is consumable, usable or long lasting. Do you want a token that serves as a memento of your wedding or something that your girls would want? Nowadays, the Internet is the most accessible and the easiest way to get information. You can browse various websites that offer a wide range of collections of gift items.

Also, set a budget when buying gifts. Do not let yourself be tempted to go overboard and spend more than what is planned. It may be tempting when you are out there shopping. Keep in mind that you need to multiply the amount of the goods you have chosen for all of your bridesmaids. If you have several of them, that can be very costly. Just try to make it simple. Your bridesmaids do not expect you to give them extravagant gifts. They already know that weddings are expensive.

Diamonds are a girl's best friend. Jewelry is one of the most favorite and the most common bridesmaid gifts that you can give to your bridesmaids. It could be a charm bracelet, a pearl necklace or rhinestone earrings. To make it more unique, add some personal touch to it by having their names or initials engraved on the jewelry.

Practical gifts are also a good choice. These are things that can always remind them of the journey you had together during the wedding. Monogrammed hand bags, tote bags and small purses are example of these.

Your girls would also love personalized gifts such as a gift certificate to their favorite spa or maybe a DVD of their favorite movie. Personalized gifts would show them that you had paid close attention to their interests and have not forgotten them.

You should not be saddened if you have a tight budget. With limited resources, you can still thank your bridesmaids by giving them simple mementos of your wedding. A simple handkerchief with their initials or a thank you note on it will be treasured. You can also buy them frames with your pictures on it, reminding them of the bonding that you had. The gift may be simple, but the friendship and memories you had will forever be treasured.

It does not matter what your gifts would be. Whether they are expensive, crafty or simple, the important thing is that you show them how much you are thankful for having them. Let them know that all of the things they have done are recognized and are very much appreciated.

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