Birthday Gifts for the Bride to Be

October 20th, 2010

Every bride has things she desires for her wedding, but almost no one can afford to get all of them! This is why a little something special that she can use for her wedding always makes a fantastic birthday gift for the woman who also has a wedding in the near future. You could treat her to a gorgeous pair of pearl chandelier earrings to wear with her wedding gown. A vintage beaded clutch would be a marvelous gift for any bride to be. If you wish to make it even more special, slip a silver monogrammed compact into the handbag as a fun surprise.

Anything which will make the bride to be feel pampered would be a fabulous birthday present. A gift certificate for a relaxing massage is something that any woman in the throes of wedding planning can definitely use! She might choose to save it for the week of her wedding, or perhaps she will treat herself to the massage right away to melt away the stress of organizing the wedding. Maybe you know that the bride to be in your life would love to have her makeup professionally done for the wedding but cannot fit it into her budget; a gift certificate for a makeup artist would be a thoughtful birthday present.

If you know the bride to be plans to take her husband’s name when they get married, it would be fun to treat her to something with her new monogram that she can use after she changes her name. This could be virtually anything, from a cashmere sweater to an elegant silver jewelry box to a set of notecards (every bride has a lot of notes to write, after all!). Other cute ideas include a monogrammed throw for her new home, a set of etched champagne glasses, or even a pair of monogrammed sandals to wear on the honeymoon. She is sure to get a kick out of seeing her new married name or initials in print!

Speaking of the honeymoon, this can be a terrific category of birthday gift ideas for the bride to be. How about a piece of personalized luggage for her trip? This is a great present idea which can work for any price range. Items could be anything from a very affordable cosmetic bag to a garment bag to a set of leather suitcases, depending on your budget and relationship to the bride. Other neat honeymoon related presents include guide books, monogrammed travel journals, digital cameras, or fashion items like a cute dress to wear while honeymooning.

Romantic Gifts for Brides

June 8th, 2010

It is customary for the groom to give his bride a special gift before the wedding. This is a very important present, as it should be one that helps to show his soon-to-be wife exactly how much he cares about her. These are some wonderful ideas for romantic gifts for brides.

No gift is more romantic and cherished than jewelry, which is why wedding jewelry is one of the top gifts for a groom to give his bride-to-be. Perhaps one of the best things about wedding jewelry gifts is that they will last for a lifetime. On your 50th wedding anniversary, the jewelry which you gave your wife on the eve of your wedding will look just as beautiful as it did the day she opened the present. Of course, this means that one should choose wedding jewelry gifts which are fine quality and made from timeless materials like pearls, crystals, gold, and silver. Choose pieces which suit her taste, but also keep classic design in mind.

Perfume is a lovely romantic gift from a man to a woman. A good place to start when shopping for a new perfume for a wedding gift is to take a look through you fiancee’s current collection of scents. Write down the names and bring them with you to the department store. Most women will consistently be drawn to similar types of fragrances, whether they are fresh and sporty, rich and exotic, or light and floral. A good salesperson will be able to get a sense of your bride-to-be’s taste in scents from her current collection and should be able to guide you to a new perfume that she will absolutely adore.

For the reader, a book of poetry could make a romantic wedding gift. Select a book of love sonnets or poems about marriage to make the present fit the occasion. Choose a beautifully bound hard-cover edition which your wife can keep and enjoy for the rest of her life. You can make this gift even more special by taking the time to go through the book and bookmark a few of the most romantic poems with ribbons. And of course, don’t forget to write a special inscription on the inside cover.