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Bridesmaid Gifts

sarahroslanskysarahroslansky member
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Hi ladies! So I'm thinking of getting my bridesmaids lovely pretty getting-ready-robes from weddingprepgals.com, and I can't decide if I should get "bridesmaid" "maid of honor" etc on the backs of the robes. I think it would look cute for the pics but I don't think they would like the robes as much afterwards. Thoughts? Also, has anyone used that site before?
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  • mlg78mlg78 member
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    So you're going to waste money on a robe they are going to use for an hour one day (where you benefit) and never again? That is NOT a gift for a BM!  Besides, I'd be totally creeped out to be in a robe with someone taking pictures.

    Shop for them like it's their birthday or a holiday.  I highly doubt each girl is really desiring a robe right now...especially one of those short skimpy ones.
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  • MrsGandthebeagMrsGandthebeag member
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    Ditch the robe idea.  I don't like them personally.  Like pp said, shop for them like it's their birthday.
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  • JMalettasJMalettas member
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     I think if your budget allows it, that this is a really cool idea on top of getting them a gift. As mentioned by the other ladies, something similar to what you'd buy them for their birthday etc. I got my girls clutches for the night of, earrings with matching necklaces to go with their dresses, and a lipgloss. Maybe you could add one of these ideas to your gift? :)
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  • JoanE2012JoanE2012 member
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    In Response to Bridesmaid Gifts:
    [QUOTE]Hi ladies! So I'm thinking of getting my bridesmaids lovely pretty getting-ready-robes from weddingprepgals.com, and I can't decide if I should get "bridesmaid" "maid of honor" etc on the backs of the robes. I think it would look cute for the pics but I don't think they would like the robes as much afterwards. Thoughts? Also, has anyone used that site before? Thanks!!!
    Posted by sarahroslansky[/QUOTE]

    Skip it.  I would never wear a robe anywhere but the privacy of my home.

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  • mlg78mlg78 member
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    In Response to Re: Bridesmaid Gifts:
    [QUOTE]  I think if your budget allows it, that this is a really cool idea on top of getting them a gift. As mentioned by the other ladies, something similar to what you'd buy them for their birthday etc. I got my girls clutches for the night of, earrings with matching necklaces to go with their dresses, and a lipgloss. Maybe you could add one of these ideas to your gift? :)
    Posted by JMalettas[/QUOTE]

    You didn't even take your own advice and shop like it's their birthday...  You got them a clutch (for the night, as you said), jewelry (for their BM dress) and lip gloss (not everyone likes gloss?)...so it wasn't very thoughtful for each girl...
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  • JMalettasJMalettas member
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    In Response to Re: Bridesmaid Gifts:
    [QUOTE]In Response to Re: Bridesmaid Gifts : You didn't even take your own advice and shop like it's their birthday...  You got them a clutch (for the night, as you said), jewelry (for their BM dress) and lip gloss (not everyone likes gloss?)...so it wasn't very thoughtful for each girl...
    Posted by mlg78[/QUOTE]

     All of the gifts I bought were things they could use again for an eve out. Either a nice clutch or matching jewelry set are things I would buy as gifts to any 4 of my girls for a Bday, holiday etc. All 4 of my girls use lipgloss, and shop where I specifically purchased them. Obviously it's going to be different depending on your friends, or your budget. For MY girls, these were gifts I knew they would like, and get future use of, and a 'suggestion' as extras, if you didn't read. To say they aren't thoughtful gifts is just rude. 
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  • AddieCakeAddieCake member
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    Save your money and skip the robes. They are not likely to make as cute of pictures as you think. When I got ready for my wedding, I wore yoga pants and a tank top. I would do the same if I were getting ready for your wedding. If you wanted me to wear the robe, I'd put it on, but it would be OVER my yoga pants and tank top b/c robe ties come loose and while I have great boobs, I doubt the whole room of people wants to see them. Others may feel the same and suddenly nobody is really in "matching" getting-ready outfits after all. Plus, you are not likely to actually purchase many (if any) of your getting ready shots, so don't try to "stage" cute ones. 
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  • Benigrl28Benigrl28 member
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    I got each of my girls a coach wristlet (Not specific to colors of the wedding so they didn't feel the need to use it that that day), giftcards to places they liked, a copy of the movie Bridesmaids, and braceletes that were individual to them  (not necessarily the day).In  the end  you know your friends the best, and I'm sure they are grateful for whatever they get and are happy to support you. 
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  • acj928acj928 member
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    JMalettas said:

     I think if your budget allows it, that this is a really cool idea on top of getting them a gift. As mentioned by the other ladies, something similar to what you'd buy them for their birthday etc. I got my girls clutches for the night of, earrings with matching necklaces to go with their dresses, and a lipgloss. Maybe you could add one of these ideas to your gift? :)
    I like this idea a lot.  When did you give them their gifts?  Were the clutches all the same?
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  • sarahroslanskysarahroslansky member
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    Yeah I agree with Retread, this idea has been re-thought.
    I'm giving them monogrammed tote bags from the llbean (which are awesome!) full of lovely stuff for the wedding weekend, and then pearl necklaces to wear for the wedding that are really nice.
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  • mlarchwedsmlarchweds member
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    Any money that you spend on something and give to them is a gift in my opinion. I don't know who anyone here thinks they are to say that a clutch, and what not is not a gift. I've received clutches not only for Christmas but for my birthday as well. 

    Is it overdone probably? Yes. Could you think of something slightly more personal? Yes. But depending on your friends and what you want to do, it might be hard to buy something they all like. 

    It's completely up to you. Just make sure everyone feels comfortable in a robe. I want one of those robes and would love that as a bridesmaid gift. 
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  • MyNameIsNotMyNameIsNot member
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    mlarchweds said:
    Any money that you spend on something and give to them is a gift in my opinion. I don't know who anyone here thinks they are to say that a clutch, and what not is not a gift. I've received clutches not only for Christmas but for my birthday as well. 

    Is it overdone probably? Yes. Could you think of something slightly more personal? Yes. But depending on your friends and what you want to do, it might be hard to buy something they all like. 

    It's completely up to you. Just make sure everyone feels comfortable in a robe. I want one of those robes and would love that as a bridesmaid gift. 
    So by your logic, their bouquet is a gift.

    Anything for your wedding is not a gift.  A gift is something that you give them selflessly, not something you give them because you want them to wear/use it for YOUR event.  You should give a gift with the recipient, not your wedding photos, in mind.  This is not complicated.  
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  • mlarchwedsmlarchweds member
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    That is not what I'm saying at all. I'm saying that maybe her bridesmaids want a robe. Giving someone flowers is one thing and that is not what I suggested. 

    Either way, it's your wedding. If you think that there's a chance they'd be like, "Wow a robe for one day" add something else. If they'd like that - then go for it. 

    My bridesmaids and I were in a lot of things together and love anything that is like that. Just works for them. My sister in law though? Not so much. So I will be adding different things as well. Just remember that they are probably spending a good amount of money on you and you don't have to spend the same amount back, but they will probably do anything to make sure your day is special. 
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  • manjermjmanjermj member
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    mlarchweds said:
    That is not what I'm saying at all. I'm saying that maybe her bridesmaids want a robe. Giving someone flowers is one thing and that is not what I suggested. 

    Either way, it's your wedding. If you think that there's a chance they'd be like, "Wow a robe for one day" add something else. If they'd like that - then go for it. 

    My bridesmaids and I were in a lot of things together and love anything that is like that. Just works for them. My sister in law though? Not so much. So I will be adding different things as well. Just remember that they are probably spending a good amount of money on you and you don't have to spend the same amount back, but they will probably do anything to make sure your day is special. 
    She said in her post "I think it would look cute for the pics but I don't think they would like the robes as much afterwards." That to me, is enough to make me not want to waste money on something that I don't think my girls would like after teh day when I made them wear them.
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