Questions about Bridemaids gifts?

bridezilla= · October 2012

Okay, a few questions, starting with... When do they get these? At the rehearsal dinner? Before wedding? After wedding ?

Second... I was planning on spending about $50 on gifts for each girl... Which gift do you think is better...

$50 gift card to really nice day spa?

Or (and I was leaning toward this)

A small coach wristlet?
http://www.coach.com/online/handbags/-walletswristlets_wristlets-us-us-5000000000000013513-en?t1Id=5000000000000013510&t2Id=5000000000000013513&tier=2

They are priced between $48 and $68 depending in style. An extra $20 per girl will not break me if I go with the $68 style.

I personally think they would really like the wristlets (the spa too, but the wristlets more)... Because although the spa is always nice, one time and $50 is gone. But they could use the wristlet over and over and it's not something that screams "bridesmaid" like a personalized bag or something.

But if I do the wristlets, do I get them all the same? Pick different ones? There would be a gift receipt so they could ALWAYS exchange them no matter what if they really didn't like the style. I'm just unsure if they should stick with one style, or two styles (I have four bridesmaids), so give two one style, and two the other?

Thoughts? Thanks in advance.

hjay07 · October 2012

I gave my girls theirs at the Rehearsal dinner, but I have no idea if there is a rule about that!

I think either gift would be great, but would lean toward the wristlets. And I think those will depend on the girls- I got tote bags for my bridesmaids and they all turned out completely different because I chose which one I thought they would each like. In the end, these are your nearest and dearest so I'm sure your gut feeling is right and they will love whatever you pick!

yoshijo · October 2012

My sister bought her BMs Coach wristlets and I may buy mine the same or a coach wallet, bottle of wine, and maybe a gift card. I really like the idea and I'm sure you know what your BMs would like.

kerbohl · October 2012

I think wristlets are a cool idea - I myself was thinking about something along the same lines. And from what I have heard, rehearsal dinner is a good time to give them their gifts (when I was a bridesmaid this is when I got mine), but if you decided on the spa day, you could give it to them before in case they want to indulge with you before the wedding.

yoshijo · October 2012

Also, if you decided wristlets get them different ones to match what they would like. I never wear brown so I would have no use for a brown wristlet. KWIM? I think I will be giving mine out at the rehearsal dinner. Also are there any Coach outlets near you? The one by me has a sale around Christmas and sometimes during the year for 30% off.

libby2483 · October 2012

I would like either of these gifts, but I don't know your BMs personally, so I can't say what would be right for them. Like some PPs have said, you don't have to get them all the same thing. I received a Coach wristlet for being a BM before, and it is something that I use often. The bride got us all different colors/styles that match our individual tastes.

[Deleted User] · October 2012

I gave my girls their gifts last weekend prior to the bachelor party. But I have to explain why, in addition to the necklace & earrings that I got them from Charming Charlies I got each of them a Thirty-One tote and made them each an "emergency kit" for day off emergencies to make sure they are comfortable the whole time. We're getting dressed at the church so the girls will be able to put their shoes/makeup and whatever else they need to get ready in the bag & grab it & their dress & leave. After we get dressed they can put their other clothes into the bag for each transport home. By giving them the bags early they have time to put their stuff for the day of the wedding together at their convenience and not last minute.

Viczaesar · October 2012

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/wedding-boards_wedding-party_questions-about-bridemaids-gifts?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Wedding%20BoardsForum:37Discussion:47e31f5c-ed3b-4dae-a198-376ef679e84fPost:e97e400e-28ef-4da1-98e8-ad74fa2cfa0c">Re: Questions about Bridemaids gifts?</a>:
[QUOTE]I gave my girls their gifts last weekend prior to the bachelor party. But I have to explain why, in addition to the necklace & earrings that I got them from Charming Charlies I got each of them a Thirty-One tote and made them each an "emergency kit" for day off emergencies to make sure they are comfortable the whole time. We're getting dressed at the church so the girls will be able to put their shoes/makeup and whatever else they need to get ready in the bag & grab it & their dress & leave. After we get dressed they can put their other clothes into the bag for each transport home. By giving them the bags early they have time to put their stuff for the day of the wedding together at their convenience and not last minute.
Posted by Erikan73[/QUOTE]
I'll tell you straight up, I would not be at all happy with this present. First because it's all about your wedding, not me. Second because I'm picky about my jewelry and can't wear cheap stuff because of allergies, and I don't want someone to dictate what jewelry I wear to their wedding. Third because I don't need or want a tote bag, especially not one that is identical to what everyone else is getting and is filled with aspirin and floss and whatever.

bsciulli02 · October 2012

I would definately do jewelry

mrsroberson123 · October 2012

I took mine on a girl's day that included a mini shopping spree. We had brunch and mimosas in the morning then hit the store. I let them pick out some things they wanted, and I took them home. I'll wrap them and give it to them at the rehearsal dinner. That way, you get a fun day with your girls and they are sure to like their gifts. Just an idea. I'm not one for spending money on something unless I know the person will use it.

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