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Over the Top BM Gifts?

smashley922smashley922
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So when I got engaged I was really excited about my ideas for gifts for my BMs, but as the big day gets closer I'm starting to rethink it all.  I'm worried I went a little overboard and wanted to get some opinions.  Here is a list of everything I am getting them:

- Personalized tote from theknot.com (on sale)
- Personalized keychain fobs
- Personalized tumblers
- Fleece blankets (Since the wedding is in October)
- Flip flops for the reception
- Lip balm (my cousin makes it)

Is that too much?

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    rbmojo1rbmojo1 member
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    No, I think that's all fine, but it really depends on what's norm in your family/social circle. 
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    Maggie0829Maggie0829 member
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    It is only too much if you went over your budget.

    I know it is a bit late to say this seeing as you most likely bought everything, but did you even consider whether or not the items in your gift are things your girls will actually want/use in the future?  BM gifts should be less matchy-matchy and more individualized to each person's likes and dislikes.

    Ask yourself this...would these gifts be something you would typically buy/think of when getting them something for their birthday or for Christmas?

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    jemmini6jemmini6 member
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    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/special-topic-wedding-boards_moms-maids_over-the-top-bm-gifts?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Special%20Topic%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:357Discussion:ac123daf-64f8-41d2-9870-5cb73b31cc63Post:02b31179-4500-4a17-b92b-6a2b4fbd4971">Re: Over the Top BM Gifts?</a>:
    [QUOTE]It is only too much if you went over your budget. I know it is a bit late to say this seeing as you most likely bought everything, but did you even consider whether or not the items in your gift are things your girls will actually want/use in the future? <strong> BM gifts should be less matchy-matchy and more individualized to each person's likes and dislikes</strong>. Ask yourself this...would these gifts be something you would typically buy/think of when getting them something for their birthday or for Christmas?
    Posted by Maggie0829[/QUOTE]

    <div>This.  </div><div>
    </div><div>But for your list as is, as long as you didn't go over your budget though, then I wouldn't think the amount of different items you've is too over the top.  However, if you've not yet purchased any of these things, I'd urge you to reconsider going the matchy/personalized route as it's usually not stuff people use after the wedding.</div>
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    Ali092011Ali092011 member
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    I don't think it's too much.
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    Moonstone TessaMoonstone Tessa
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    Tons of cute unique gift ideas! check out http://www.etsy.com/shop/moonstonecreation. it is such a cute shop with tons of handstamped jewelry, bottle openers, military related jewelry, keychains, cufflinks, etc... Makes great wedding gifts for bridesmaids & groomsmen. I really like the handstamped necklaces for the BMs. 
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