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Wedding Etiquette: Gifts
of Thanks
Your
gown or flowers do not set the tone of your wedding. It is set by the love
and warmth of your friends and family as they gather to celebrate your
marriage. In your wedding planning flurry, don't forget to thank the people
who are closest to you. Both
Antonia Rose Printing and
Little Bridal Shop have many traditional and modern gift suggestions for
your wedding party and family,
most of them personalized in some way.
The Maid Of Honor
She's been there for you, helped organize the bridesmaids, volunteered to
make favors, planned your shower, and best of all -- she's been your best
friend since before you can remember. The gift you give your maid of honor
should reflect the starring role she's played throughout your life. If you
decide on wedding classics like jewelry or silver compacts, personalize the
gift with her name or perhaps a phrase or joke that's meaningful to your
friendship. Spa-type gifts are becoming very popular as well--either
products or a gift certificate to a spa!
The Best Man
From the bachelor party to the toast, the best man has a lot of work to do
for your wedding. Don't forget to thank him for all his efforts with a gift
that shows how much he means to both of you. Dream up something creative
like a day at the golf course, or consider a tried-and-true gift, such as a
personalized pocket watch or pen.
The Wedding Party
You have the option of giving each member of your wedding party the same
gift, or finding presents to fit different personalities. Traditional gifts
for bridesmaids include jewelry to wear on the wedding day, silver perfume
atomizers, boxes, frames and compacts. For the guys, the classics are pens,
cigar holders, flasks, lighters and money clips. The gifts you choose for
your wedding party should be personal and selected with thought and care.
And remember to pick up a little something for your ring bearer and flower
girls.
Parents & Grandparents
Your parents and grandparents may have been your biggest fans from the very
beginning. No matter who is paying for the wedding, it is customary to
present both sets of parents and grandparents with a gift. One idea they are
sure to love: A blowup of your engagement portrait in a silver
frame.
Wedding Helpers & Friends
From your ceremony readers to your guest book attendant, you have singled
out several people for important roles in your wedding. You also may have
close friends or family who have come a long distance to celebrate your
wedding. Along with a mention in your program and perhaps a special toast,
consider a thank you gift to show your appreciation. You might select mini-lockets or
key chains engraved with their initials. Or perhaps a scented candle or
handmade soap would be nice. The cost won't break your budget,
and it's a gesture they'll remember forever.
Wedding Gifts To Each Other
With all the surprises you are planning for your friends and family, don't
forget the most important person of them all: your fiancé. Some couples
choose to be extravagant, while others decide to give tokens that represent
their real commitment to one another. Whatever your budget or your choice,
including a secret engraved message is a beautiful and meaningful touch.
     
Check out the many engraved and personalized wedding gifts at our
online shops, or come up with your own ideas!
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