Thank You Gifting on Your Wedding Day


As you near your wedding day, it might seem overwhelming to add gift-giving to your laundry list of things to do, but it's important to take a moment to  show your appreciation for those who helped you most leading up to your big day. A memorable keepsake or heartfelt handwritten card of thanks is a really nice gesture for those you hold dear on your wedding day.

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Who to Buy For & What to Buy:


Your Spouse


It's become fairly customary to buy a gift for your significant other to open on the morning of your wedding. Of course, after spending money on your wedding, this is not a necessary offering, but if you do choose to swap gifts, memorable gifts from the heart are a great choice for your wedding day.



Ideas for the Bride:

  • Jewelry
  • A personalized handkerchief
  • Something with your new monogram
  • A personalized memento
  • Framed photograph
  • A thoughtful handwritten card
  • Silk Pajamas/Lingerie
  • New perfume
  • Keepsake dish



Ideas For the Groom:

  • Watch
  • Personalized Cufflinks
  • Cologne
  • Custom Couples Portrait
  • Persoanlzied Flask
  • Whiskey Glasses
  • Engraved Tie Bar
  • Personalized Socks
  • The Bridal Party


Your bridal party has likely dedicated a good amount of time and money to be a part of your special day. It's important to show them thanks with a token of appreciation on the big day. Here are some gift ideas for the members of your bridal party:


Ideas for Bridesmaids:

  • Offer to pay for hair and makeup
  • Getting ready pajamas or robes
  • Personalized wine glasses or tumblers
  • Monogrammed dress hangers
  • Matching jewelry to wear on the day of
  • Ring dishes
  • Personalized travel jewelry cases
  • Tote bags



Ideas for Groomsmen:

  • Watches/Pocket-watches
  • Watch Box
  • Personalized Cufflinks
  • Personalized Flasks or Drinking Glasses
  • Cigars and lighters
  • Matching socks
  • Personalized toiletry bags



Gifts for Flower Girls or Ring Bearers

  • Keepsake jewelry
  • A favorite toy
  • Stuffed animal
  • Personalized book or coloring book



Your Parents


For Moms:

  • Personalized Jewelry
  • A personalized handkerchief
  • A personalized memento
  • Framed photograph
  • A thoughtful handwritten card



For Dads:

  • Personalized handkerchief
  • Watch
  • Personalized Cufflinks
  • Socks
  • A thoughtful handwritten card
  • A framed photograph
  • Personalized tie with photograph



Wedding Guests


A small token of appreciation for your guests is always a nice gesture. Although traditional wedding favors seem to be a thing of the past, many couples will offer some sort of token of thanks to their guests. Check out my post on Wedding Welcome Bags for some ideas on treating your guests!