Thoughts on Bridesmaid Gifts?

I think either option is fine! You can't really go wrong with getting someone a massage. I wouldn't get anything for the SOs though. This gift is a thank you for their help and participation in the wedding party.

These are both incredibly thoughtful gift ideas. No matter which one you go with, I think your MOH and bridesmaid will be thrilled!

Sounds good to me

The think the gifts sound fine, but what doesn't make sense is why you are having people in your wedding that you aren't particularly close with?

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Yay! I'm happy to know they'll be appreciated!

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I don't really have anyone that I'm close to, other than my MIL, FIL, brother, and husband. I've always been the square peg that never really fit in anywhere. I have a tendency to attract toxic people and as a result, have had people frequently use and abuse me, including my own mother. I have one or two "friends", but I'm so wary of people that I don't let them in anymore. It's not at all a reflection of their character, rather of my own trauma. Hubs has five groomsmen and preferred that I at least have a bridesmaid or two, so as to not provoke questions.

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You mentioned that your close with your brother so why not have him on your side? My brother was a bride's man in my wedding.

Both of these ideas sound great to me! You certainly wouldn't need gifts for the SOs though

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I agree with this!! If you don't have anyone you're close to, it's better to not have any bridesmaids. Are you close to any guy friends? Have them stand up for you instead.

As for gifts, a heartfelt letter would be awesome.

Significant others do not receive gifts.

View Quoted Comment Inviting my brother would mean inviting my parents, who would most certainly ruin the day. The two friends are the only people from my side that are attending the wedding. I've been excommunicated by most everyone else for marrying outside the faith and race.