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Bridal Party gifts

Stephanie, on April 22, 2019 at 11:24 PM Posted in Etiquette and Advice 0 12

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Hello ladies! What is the appropriate amount to spend on bridesmaids gifts? I don't want to spend too little (these ladies are traveling in from out of state to be here and buying their own dresses/shoes), but also we don't have an unlimited budget. Right now I am at about $40 per bridesmaid (personalized shoulder bag, personalized hanger for bridesmaids dress, makeup bag saying bridesmaid, earrings/necklace, and a pashmina in case it gets chilly). Is that enough? I was also possibly looking at robes for the big day which would add another $10 per bridesmaid. I don't want to be too crazy! Any thoughts?

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Latest activity by Clíodhna, on June 21, 2019 at 9:38 AM

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Kelley · on April 22, 2019 at 11:51 PM
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I think that’s plenty, very generous! I did more ‘small things’ for asking them to be a bridesmaid. Sheet mask, bath bomb, pretty diamond pen, a pair of bridesmaids custom socks, and hair ties off Etsy. And will give a couple things like robes, tote bag, flip flops, etc at the rehearsal dinner. You can only do so much, they should be thankful for any gift that they get!
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CDickman · on April 23, 2019 at 12:37 AM
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I don’t think there is a appropriate amount. I am getting mine a engraved compact mirror, a silver scarf, a cute thing of chapstick that says bridesmaids and foot and hand sheet mask think I spent like 20 or 30 per girl.
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Nafisah · on April 23, 2019 at 1:10 AM
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You have plenty! I'm just doing personalized robes and slippers (we all have OCD about stepping on other people's floor)
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Alicia · on April 23, 2019 at 9:05 AM
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There's no set appropriate amount. I think it just varies based on each person's budget. It sounds like you have plenty of stuff for them, so I wouldn't worry about the dollar amount spent!
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Alyssa · on April 23, 2019 at 11:14 AM
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I think what you have is great! I think it is whatever you can afford and to be honest, the gift is a great gesture but I am sure they don't expect anything!
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MrsD · on April 23, 2019 at 11:45 AM
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It's different for every bride & budget. I've been in two weddings, one spent $5 on a robe and the other $20 on a watch. I'm spending $140 per girl on hair and makeup, and another $100 on gifts. I spent $20 for proposal gifts per girl, then another $20 for bachelorette gifts in addition to a dinner and all the groceries at my bachelorette. Your gifts sound very sweet as they are. If you want the robe, I think it's fine to throw in!
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Elizabeth · on April 23, 2019 at 12:55 PM
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Can I ask where you found all those for only $40- seems like a lot for a small amount!!! I love a good deal!! Haha
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Stephanie · on April 23, 2019 at 1:12 PM
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Etsy for the hangers, bags, and pashminas. Amazon for jewelry and makeup bags. I'm a bargain shopper!
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Elizabeth · on April 23, 2019 at 1:28 PM
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Thank you!!
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Clíodhna · on June 21, 2019 at 9:35 AM
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Hi Stephanie! I personally feel like this is a generous gift amount! Did you end up adding the robes? Or did you stick with what you have already?
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Stephanie · on June 21, 2019 at 9:36 AM
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Hi! I did break down and get the robes, mainly because I thought they were cute and it would make for a cute picture of us all together getting ready. You really can find some bargain deals on Etsy and Amazon. Plus I figure I'm only doing this once so why not?!
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Clíodhna · on June 21, 2019 at 9:38 AM
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I'm sure they are going to love and appreciate them!
They will also look really cute for photos of you all getting ready
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