Here's What To Get Your Bridesmaids, According To The Experts

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7 Great Bridesmaid Gifts, According To Real Bridesmaids

This story is a part of Forbes Vetted's Wedding Week 2022, your VIP guide to all things wedding, from gorgeous gifts to the most stunning rings.

While there’s nothing wrong with surprising your bridesmaids with matching bathrobes for the perfect hair and makeup photo op, the best bridesmaid gifts are the ones they’ll use again and again. We spoke to a handful of experienced bridesmaids to find out which gifts they love most, including some that don’t seem like an obvious choice at first, but turn out to be practical, sentimental and sweet reminders of their newly-married friend. So if you’re stumped about what to get your special ladies, here are seven of the best bridesmaid gift ideas to inspire you, sourced from the experts themselves.

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Mejuri Small Jewelry Box
 
 
 
Mejuri Small Jewelry Box

Bridal swag like cocktail napkins and matchbooks are a fun way to commemorate you and your partner, so why not do the same for your bridesmaids by gifting them a personalized jewelry box? This simple jewelry box from Mejuri comes in two sizes, and can be monogrammed with up to three characters. 

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Brilliant Earth London Blue Topaz Teardrop Pendant
 
 
 
Brilliant Earth London Blue Topaz Teardrop Pendant

Fine jewelry, like this gorgeous reversible pendant from Brilliant Earth, is a timeless gift that your bridesmaids can wear for years, including on your wedding day. Depending on how much you want to spend, it is available in gold or silver, and comes in your choice of nine gemstones so you can coordinate or mix and match amongst your wedding party. 

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Quince Mongolian Cashmere Wrap
 
 
 
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Wrap

A soft cashmere wrap that is a great gift that can go wherever your bridesmaid goes, no matter the season or occasion. The wool used in Quince’s cashmere wrap is sourced from Mongolia, and comes in four classic tones for maximum wearability.

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Cuyana Leather Travel Case Set
 
 
 
Cuyana Leather Travel Case Set

This set of leather travel cases from Cuyana is a great gesture of thanks for being a bridesmaid in a destination wedding. You can monogram them with your bridemaids' initials for a personal touch, and comes in multiples sizes for carrying everything from makeup to charing cords.

$128

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Aerin Gilded Bamboo Gallery Frame
 
 
 
Aerin Gilded Bamboo Gallery Frame

Unlike frames engraved with the couple’s initials and wedding date, this inconspicuous option is one your bridesmaid will be proud to display long after the nuptials are over. And because gilded frames are more more expensive than your average frame, they're a gift that feels both luxurious and practical.

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Urban Stems Classic Flower Subscription
 
 
 
Urban Stems Classic Flower Subscription

Fresh flowers may be an out-of-the box bridesmaid gift, but they make a great gift for a bridesmaid who doesn't need more stuff. Urban Stems offers flower arrangement subscriptions in various monthly increments and tiers, so you can choose the option that works best for your budget and your bridesmaid’s preferences. 

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