We often get excited at the thought of a close friend or family member getting engaged and ready to tie the knot. We will scout the Internet, read a collection of bridal magazines, and even move from one bridal shop to the other just to find the perfect gift for the bride-to-be.
What if you are the Maid of honor? Being the maid of honor, it is your obligation to do your best. You will want your gift to be extra special. It is such an honor that out of everyone in their lives, the bride-to-be chose you to be their right-hand person. Getting her a well-thought meaningful gift is a sure way of showing her what she means to you.
Below is a list of sentimental items of value you should consider gifting the bride-to-be before, on and after her special day.
- BRIDAL GIFT BOX
Also known as the bride box, it is one of the most awesome gifts for a bride. The best thing about it is that it is a recurring gift. By this I mean, the maid of honor will first subscribe for the bridal gift box and then choose a gifting plan that will entail when and for how long the bride box will be sent to the bride.
Every month, the bridal gift box will consist of different surprise gifts and goodies. The bride will be able to enjoy different designer brands of different gifts until a month into her wedding.
- WEDDING VOW ART PRINT
This is an amazing piece of art to gift the bride and groom. Have their vows printed and framed nicely for them to hang in their house. This will be a constant reminder of their love for each other- and they will definitely love you too.
- WEDDING INVITATION AND PHOTO FRAME
Have their wedding invitation and one of their best wedding photos gorgeously framed together. This is a personalized gift that the newlyweds will cherish for the rest of their lives together.
- CUSTOMIZED PHOTO ALBUM
Take the time to look for a designer who will make a customized wedding photo album just for the bride and groom.
On the cover could be a lovely photo of them or an inscription of their names and the date they got married. If you want it simple, you could just have it written Mr. & Mrs.
- PERSONALIZED THROW PILLOWS
Have beautiful throw pillows customized for them. You could have two of them and have their initials written on them or go for something as plain as ‘Newlyweds’.
This is the perfect gift to give them for their new home. It will symbolize the beginning of a new chapter in their lives.
- WEDDING EMERGENCY KIT
Keeping in mind the millions of things that could go wrong at a wedding; this is a gift that will wow the bride. It consists of safety pins, tapes, stain removers, dental floss among other things. The thought that you want the best for the bride and would not want to see anything go wrong, will melt the bride’s heart.
There are other gifts that you could surprise the bride-to-be with. For it to make the impact you would foresee, it is best to give gifts according to the bride’s personal preference. Well, you are the maid of honor; so that means you know your bride-to-be well.
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