Showing Gratitude to Your Bridal Party and Guests
As every gracious bride knows, it is customary to give the bridesmaids and flower girl a gift of appreciation, and many brides choose to give jewelry that can be worn in the wedding, and that will become a lifelong keepsake, as well. It is easy to match Swarovski crystal jewelry sets to any wedding color and customize them to match the bride’s jewelry. Sterling silver or pearls are keepsake pieces that can be worn for many occasions afterwards. Don’t forget the groomsman gifts – you may have to remind your husband-to-be of the tradition!
Gracious brides make sure to welcome and thank each guest for coming, in person after the wedding, and during the reception. Many guests have gone to painstaking effort to choose the gift that is right for you, and nowadays, many couples do not open their gifts at the reception party, so the guests don’t have a chance to see how happy you are to receive their gift. Be certain to send them a thank you card in the mail.
The change of this time-consuming tradition has changed the way that guests have been made to feel a part of your union, by not knowing how you really enjoyed their gift, so by giving them something from you, it makes them feel like they are a special part of the festivities. This is your chance to show how beautiful you are on the inside, where it counts. Be a gracious bride and it will make your special day a memorable one.