I Asked 6 Fashion People What They're Gifting Their Bridesmaids—30 Chic Ideas That Made the List
If you’re one of my bridesmaids, consider this your cue to look away—right now. I take gifting very seriously, and when it comes to the women standing by my side on my wedding day, I refuse to phone it in. These are the people who’ve held my hand through dress fittings, late-night spirals, and the occasional “Should we just elope?” text. They deserve gifts that feel thoughtful, elevated, and—most importantly—useful long after the last dance.
I’ve always believed the best presents live at the intersection of personal and practical—something chic enough to feel special but not so precious it collects dust. That philosophy led me to ask five fashion-minded people what they actually gifted their bridesmaids ahead of their big day. No filler, no gimmicks—just pieces their friends still wear, use, and love. The answers are a master class in cool-girl gifting.
From cozy pajamas that instantly became night-in uniforms to custom handbags that now carry daily essentials, every suggestion felt intentional. These weren’t “bridesmaid gifts” in the traditional sense—they were real fashion and lifestyle items, elevated just enough to mark the moment. Think personalized details, thoughtful touches, and little luxuries you’d happily buy for yourself (which, in my opinion, is always the litmus test).
Ahead, you’ll find 25 chic bridesmaid gift ideas—gifts that feel celebratory without being over the top, stylish without trying too hard, and sentimental in a way that lasts. Whether you’re deep in wedding planning or just love a great gift, consider this your shortcut to bridesmaid gifts they’ll genuinely use—and thank you for—long after your wedding weekend is over.
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Ana Escalante, Associate Features Editor at Who What Wear
If you're my bridesmaids, scroll away! My love language is gift gifting, and there's nothing the people in my life love more than receiving small tokens that speak to them, what they love, and their personalities interpreted through my lens. For my bridesmaids, I've chosen to go all out with customization through things like monogrammed satin silk pouches, custom waffle pouches, or viral lip-balm cases with their favorite colors. I'm also planning to get them small luxuries that I love and know they'll love too, like a luxury fragrance, a pair of fine-jewelry earrings, or a lipstick case that looks like a million bucks.
Hanna Flanagan Thompson, Shopping Editor at The Cut
"When thinking about bridesmaid gifts, you should absolutely consider the amount of time and money your bridesmaids spent on you and your wedding. Sorry, but if you’re the bride who made your friends drop thousands of dollars on an over-the-top bachelorette trip, gifting under-eye patches and a coffee mug isn’t going to cut it. It has nothing to do with the cost; your bridesmaid gifts don’t have to be expensive. But they do need to be thoughtful, intentional, and practical. Do not—and I repeat, do not!—give your bridesmaids a gift that’s engraved with your wedding date. Why would they want that?
"Instead, gift something they’ll actually use on a regular basis long after your wedding is over. I didn’t have a full wedding party, but I gifted my sister (maid of honor) and sister-in-law (bridesmaid) this dainty bracelet from Catbird. It’s a piece that fits naturally into both of their wardrobes (even though they have very different styles), and it’s subtle enough to wear every day, which I love. The small heart detail made it feel special and sentimental, so it was perfect for the occasion."
Kelsey Kotzur, Content Creator
"When I asked my bridesmaids to be in my wedding party, I wrote them all a nice note asking the question that was tucked inside of a large Calpak travel makeup case. In the bag I also included a mini Maison Margiela Replica perfume, Eberjay pajamas that were embroidered with their initials at Abbode, a silk sleep mask, and some SuperGoop sunscreen. I wanted to give them things that didn't scream 'I was in a wedding party' and things that were not too personalized to me and my husband (like a crew neck with our names on it or something)!"
Renata D'Agrella Kenen, Content Creator and Bridal Stylist
“Bridesmaid gifts should be things people actually use, especially when they serve a purpose for the wedding itself. That’s why I chose travel jewelry holders for my bridesmaids for our destination wedding, something practical they could keep using long after.”
Bella Gerard, Fashion Editor and Content Creator
"I had my two sisters as my bridesmaids, and I got them each a custom Longchamp Le Pliage XS Bag personalized with their initials. You can customize Le Pliage styles right on the brand’s site in so many different ways, and I did each one in colors I knew would complement that sister’s wardrobe and preferences. Of course, I also customized myself a white bag with my married initials. I’m the bride, after all!"
Jordan Goldberg, Managing Editor at Editorialist
"I got my girls Skims pajamas, perfect for getting ready the morning of the wedding, and a pair of cozy slippers. Since I'm not doing traditional bridesmaids in that they're not all matching, I wanted to rethink the traditional gifts associated with bridesmaids—coozies, initial necklaces, or items with my wedding date on them that they'll only use that morning!"
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