Fun Ideas for Tying Your Wedding Theme into Bridal Party Gifts

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Author: Jackie Rupp

You've selected the perfect invitation and have your flowers, favors and food picked out. But there's another way to incorporate your wedding theme into your special day and that's by choosing the right bridal party gifts. Bridesmaids, groomsmen, flower girls, the ring bearer and the mother and father of the bride all play big roles in making your wedding happen without a hitch. Bridal party gifts are the perfect way to say "thank you" to these special people in your lives while giving them a memento to remember the wedding by.

One of the most popular and useful gifts are totes and bags. That's probably because everyone can use another organizing accessory and you can also add special items inside if you choose. Totes and bags come in a rainbow of colors so you can seamlessly work your wedding colors into this gift. Fill the bag with tissue paper in a coordinating color from your wedding theme to add to the look of this gift. Some of the fun tote options include cosmetic bags, jewelry pouches, quilted and insulated totes.

Clothing can also be a fun way to let your bridal party have fun bragging about their roles in the wedding. Wedding transfers are available that can be used to custom make your own t-shirts, bags and hats. This option works perfect for matching your theme as you can be in charge of selecting just the right color and style of clothing to apply the transfers to. But, if this option seems like too much work with the laundry list of other wedding "to-dos" to get done, don't fret.

There are plenty of pre-printed pieces perfect for every member of the bridal party. In fact, there are literally hundreds of ways to personalize bridal party t-shirts and you can choose everything from an 80s splatter look to a cute floral graphic to go along with the personalization.

When selecting items that your bridal party will cherish for years to come, decorative pieces are a classic choice. Lenox offers many elegant pieces any of which would be perfect for a maid of honor or other special member of the bridal party. Pieces such as their Butterfly Meadow Sentiment Bowl, Opal Innocence Vase or Botanical Butterfly Handled Bowl all can be incorporated into a wedding's theme.

Just think how perfect a gift the Butterfly Meadow Mugs would be for a garden wedding. Couples who are fans of Disney might want to select Lenox's Disney collection, while those hosting a traditionally elegant white wedding can consider the luxe look of the Lenox Bellina line.

It's also a nice idea to give specific presents for the groomsmen, with other more feminine gifts for the bridesmaids. There are some bridal party presents just perfect for the men in the wedding.

From shot glasses to tools, the boys will definitely appreciate gifts that are specially chosen to appeal to their manly side. Personalized glass beer mugs, black "thank you" flip flop sandals, personalized silver yo-yos and engraved NFL humidors and wine kits all can make great presents for groomsmen. But the ladies haven't been forgotten. Of course there are endless possibilities for bridesmaids' gifts.

One of the most popular choices is jewelry. To work your wedding theme into this option, try selecting pieces that incorporate the wedding colors. Other creative choices include small sewing kits, personalized umbrellas and loungewear. If you're having a wedding by the beach, why not tie that into your gifts and present each bridesmaid with a beach tote (in your wedding color of course!) filled with flip flops, sunscreen, a romance novel and sun hat. It's sure to be a present that will be enjoyed.

Of course bridal party gifts wouldn't be complete without thinking about the smallest members of the wedding party: the flower girl and ring bearer. For these little members of the wedding party, you have many gift options to choose from. There are a host of items that come in both vibrant jewel tones and handsome primary colors, which means you can give both children the same gift and still make them personal.

Quilted totes, duffle bags and crayon purses both make fun gifts, along with photo frames specially designed for kids to look like a flashy magazine covers. There's also T-shirts designed for both children with sayings that boast "I'm the flower girl" or "I'm the ring bearer." What proud little bridal party member wouldn't want to sport these?

So, bridal party gifts can definitely find their way into your wedding's theme. If a gift seems to fit a member of the party perfectly, but not the theme, work around the issue by dressing the gift up in the colors and themes of the day. Remember it is the thought that counts, and this is a gift that will last far longer than just one day. Stay flexible and have fun with this opportunity to express your gratitude.

Jackie Rupp is a freelance writer who writes about family events, weddings and bridal party gifts .