Many couples follow in tradition and exchange gifts prior to the wedding. You can also exchange them by way of carrier on the actual day, at the rehearsal dinner, or after the ceremony has taken place. It’s really up to you.
Finding a gift for the bride can either be really fun and exciting or it can be daunting. Some brides are happy just to be sharing the rest of her life with her new groom, while others send out subtle hints of what she wants. Key in on her tune! Here are a few ideas fo r the stumped:
Small Budget
- A book of poetry, highlighted with some phrases you feel relate to your relationship
- A greeting card with loving words of how you feel to getting married
- A handwritten note about how you can’t wait to have her for your wife
- A self-written poem
- A photo frame with a favorite picture of the two of you
- A single long stem red rose proclaiming your love
Traditional to the Wedding Day
- A dozen red roses
- A string of pearls
- Diamond or pearl earrings
- Jewelry box and an all-important item for her to wear on your wedding day
Fun and Adventurous
- An expensive name brand purse you know she wants but wouldn’t buy for herself
- Something to use on the honeymoon, like snorkeling gear or a beach bag with flip flops, a soft new beach towel, and a book you know she’s been wanting
The limitless budget
- A full set of matching jewelry
- A special collectible that reminds you of the two of you and your relationship
- Cruise tickets booked for a future vacation for the two of you
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