Affordable and Unique Bridesmaids Gift Ideas

Give your bridesmaids something they can treasure forever.

The women you pick as your bridesmaids are your support squad throughout the whole wedding process. Most of your bridesmaids will most likely be there when you try on wedding dresses, while you’re picking the reception menu, as they surprise you with a bachelorette party, while you’re getting ready for the ceremony, and most importantly, they will be at your side at the altar. Bridesmaids are made up of best friends, best sisters, and other strong and trusting women you love. Because of that, here are some awesome and creative gift ideas you can give to your bridesmaids.

1. Drinking Glasses

What better way to commemorate your bridesmaids than drinking glasses! The coolest things about these glasses is that your bridesmaids can use them on a regular basis, and each time they do, they’ll be reminded of your wedding. They can drink out of them or just place them somewhere in their homes for decoration. These drinking glasses can be personalized, so that each bridesmaid feels special. Also, maybe you all can get together again after the honeymoon and have a ladies night! Personalize your drinking glasses for $10 or less at The Knot Shop!

2. Makeup Bags

What’s cuter than personalized makeup bags!? These bags can obviously be used for your bridesmaids’ makeup, but when you give it to them, they don’t have to be empty! Add in other little goodies like sheet masks, nail polish, scrunchies, snacks, and other little items you think your bridesmaids would love. Or, you can include some new makeup the bridesmaids can use for the wedding day! This is a unique and affordable way to make your own little gift baskets as a way to thank your bridesmaids for all the support they’ve given you. Find them here for $6 at My Wedding Favors.

3. Hangers

For something a little more simple, try making your own personalized hangers! All you need is paint, brushes, and a little bit of time! These hangers are cute and affordable to make, and your bridesmaids can use them for any article of clothing they want. You can surprise them with these hangers after finalizing the bridesmaids dresses, and they can continue using them throughout and after the wedding. Truthfully, the best part about this is that it’s DIY. You can find hangers at a thrift shop, or get them from your own closet, and then find paint at your local Michael’s or Joanne's!

4. Customized Jewelry Tray

Give your bridesmaids something they can put their jewelry in! These customizable jewelry trays are perfect for a simple thank you. You can add a quote, their names, your wedding date—anything you want! Jewelry trays are cute, charming, and very thoughtful, plus they’re pretty affordable! Check out Things Remembered for $15 jewelry trays.

5. Notebook

These personalized notebooks are perfect for organization and planning! Your bridesmaids can start journaling, write down recipes or addresses, or use it to take notes at work or school. These notebooks are absolutely adorable and are bound to put a smile on your bridesmaids’ faces. Find them for less than $10 on Etsy.

6. Tote Bags

Get your bridesmaids matching tote bags! They can use these bags casually for groceries, shopping, beach days, and more. Like with the makeup bags, you can fill these totes with all kinds of goodies for your bridesmaids, including a bouquet of flowers and a heartfelt letter  if you wanted. Take these bags out together during the bachelorette party, or when you’re all out shopping! Find your perfect tote here at The Knot Shop.

7. Bracelet

These "tie the knot" bracelets are perfect gifts to thank your bridesmaids. Not only does it come in this simply adorable packaging, but the bracelet is also easy to put on, thin, and tasteful. Not only that, but you can customize your own message on the box so that each one can be unique and special to all the people you want to send it to. Buy this for less than $20 on Bridal Shower Co.

8. Why I’m Grateful for You

To round out this list, we have a book called Why I’m Grateful for You by Me: You Fill in the Love by Knock Knock. You can fill out as many of these little books as you have bridesmaids to show just how much you care for and appreciate them. Each book can be special, unique, and filled with love, making this one of the most personal gifts you can give. Offer these little books the day before the wedding, or send them to your bridesmaids before you head off to your honeymoon as a surprise. Either way, your bridesmaids are going to absolutely love it! Get it on Amazon for $11 here.