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7 Meaningful And Thoughtful Gifts For The Bride-To-Be


Jessica Jex, Marketing Assistant at Guides for Brides
Jessica Jex Updated:
8th of March 2023

It's a special time when someone is preparing to walk down the aisle.

The bride may be planning and taking care of all the details to make their wedding day perfect, so why not give her something to show how much you care? Whether you're the groom, a bridesmaid, or a close friend, here are some meaningful and thoughtful gifts for the bride-to-be to show your love and appreciation. From personalised jewellery to luxurious spa treatments, you'll find something that she'll treasure forever. Give her something she can use to remember this special time in her life and show her how much you care.

Bride with Bouquet Gift
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Personalised Jewellery

Engraved Wedding Jewellery

If the bride-to-be is a jewellery lover, then personalised jewellery is an ideal gift. Look for jewellery that can be engraved, such as rings, necklaces, and bracelets. Personalised jewellery is a meaningful gift that the bride-to-be will wear often and will always remember you by. It's a great gift idea if you're on a budget, too, since you can find a wide selection of inexpensive jewellery pieces to choose from. If you're not sure what type of jewellery the bride-to-be would like, ask her friends or family members for suggestions. Alternatively, you can take a look at her current jewellery collection and see if there's anything she wears often. You can also take a peek at her social media accounts, like Instagram, to get an idea of her jewellery style.

 

Luxurious Spa Treatment

Pre Wedding Spa Pamper

Plan a spa day for the bride-to-be with you, her friends or family members. You can get individual spa treatments or go together for a group treatment. Choose from a wide selection of spa treatments, including massages, wraps, facials, manicures, pedicures, and more. You can even give the bride-to-be a gift card so she can choose her own spa treatment when she's ready for a pampering session. You can give the gift of a spa day in person or send it as a gift. If you're mailing it, wrap it in a fancy gift box with pretty wrapping paper. You can also add a spa gift basket with some yummy spa goodies, such as bath salts and oils, scented candles, and more.

 

Gift The Bag Of Her Dreams

Handbag Gifts for Bride-to-be

Consider giving her the bag of her dreams. From a classic leather tote to a modern crossbody, there is something to fit every style. Not only is it a thoughtful gift, but it's also a practical one. Brides can use their new bag to carry all the important items they'll need on the big day. It can also be used on the honeymoon and other special occasions, making it a lasting reminder of the special day. Has she been talking about a beautiful Fendi baguette bag for years? Or has she recently spotted the Louis Vuitton bag of her dreams? Then it’s a great gift for the bride-to-be. When she's using the bag, she'll always be reminded of your thoughtfulness. So make her gift-giving day special and invest in a bag that she'll love for years to come.

 

A Special Keepsake

Wedding Gift Wrapped

A special keepsake is a thoughtful gift that the bride-to-be will cherish forever. Look for a unique keepsake that reflects the bride-to-be's personality, such as a decorative item, framed artwork, figurines, or a special statue. You can also shop at your local thrift store or antique store to find unique pieces that are one-of-a-kind. You can give the bride-to-be a family heirloom or something that's special to the two of you. You can also give her a collection of items that she can add to as her wedding planning progresses, such as a wedding guestbook, a wedding scrapbook, or an invitation keepsake box.

 

Gift Basket

Wedding Gift Hamper

A gift basket is another wonderful gift idea. Shop for a gift basket that's full of the bride-to-be's favorite treats, such as chocolates, cookies, or other treats. You can also create a gift basket that's themed after the bride-to-be's favorite things. For example, if she loves going to the beach, you can put together a beach-themed gift basket with sunscreen, flip-flops, and other beach essentials. Put together a gift basket full of treats, snacks, and goodies that the bride-to-be can enjoy while she's busy planning her wedding. You can also put together a gift basket full of useful wedding planning items, such as a wedding guestbook, a wedding scrapbook, a wedding planning journal, or a picture frame.

 

Something for the Honeymoon

Honeymoon gifts

For a romantic gift, put together some items that the bride-to-be can use when she travels for her honeymoon. You can put together a basket full of her favorite travel-related items, such as sunscreen, travel-sized snacks, cozy socks, or a travel pillow. You can also give the bride-to-be a gift card so she can choose her own honeymoon items, such as tickets to a romantic getaway location, a romantic book, or new travel-related accessories. If the bride-to-be is planning to travel somewhere tropical, you can give her a palm tree or coconut tree plant. Alternatively, you can give her a pack of seeds to grow her own tropical plant at home. You can also give the bride-to-be a candle that smells like a tropical paradise or a relaxation pillow.

A Special Experience

Gift Card for Wedding

For a gift that the bride-to-be can treasure forever, give her a special experience. You can give her a gift card to her favorite spa, yoga studio, or fitness class. If the bride-to-be loves travelling, you can give her a gift card to a travel-related experience, such as a ride in a hot air balloon or a scuba diving lesson. You can also give the bride-to-be a gift card to her favorite restaurant or a gift card to her favorite massage or spa treatment. Another great idea is to give the bride-to-be a gift card for a photography session. You can give her a gift card to a professional photographer so she can commemorate her wedding day with beautiful photos. There are plenty of great options to choose from! 

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Jessica Jex, Marketing Assistant at Guides for Brides

About the author


Jessica Jex

Jess is a lover of all things wedding and dreams about being a wedding and event planner once she graduates from her BSc in Management at Loughborough University! She loves seeing how couples personalise their wedding days and what traditions they choose to follow. So, you can often find her figuring out all the latest trends from celebrity weddings and Say Yes To The Dress! Plus, as our office's resident Northerner, Jess is the best person to speak to if you need help planning your wedding in the North of England.

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