Personalised thank you gifts for your bridesmaids and wedding party
Words by MyFUJIFILMOctober 1, 2024
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From the Maid of Honour who threw the most memorable hen party to the groomsman who looked after the rings (and didn’t lose them), it takes a whole team to get the best day of your life running smoothly. Without a wedding party, how does the bride navigate using the bathroom in her big dress? Or who will give an inspiring speech with just the right level of humour?
Whether it’s the parent-in-law who helped decorate the venue or the flower girl who made everyone say ‘awww’, why not thank your wedding party with personalised photo gifts?
When planning your big day, you might wonder if wedding party gifts are necessary. While they're not a must, they are a heartfelt way to show appreciation to those who played a special role — like the friend who calmed your nerves with a cup of tea or the usher who ensured everything ran smoothly. Each person’s contribution made your day perfect.
Gifts can be as simple or as elaborate as you like, and personalised photo gifts make ideal presents. Picture this: your bridesmate’s face lighting up when they see a beautifully framed snapshot from the summer you spent in Cornwall. Or your groomsman chuckling as he receives a photo magnet with a candid memory from the time his tent collapsed at a music festival.
Hand these out during the rehearsal dinner or on the morning of the wedding for a personal touch.
Bring a touch of sparkle to their day with a Silver Glitter Photo Block. Choose a favourite photo of you and your bridesmaid, and watch their face light up when they see it encased in glitter. It's a stylish and fun piece they can display at home or at work, reminding them of the important role they played in your wedding.
Having a winter wedding? Choose a Snow Frame Photo Block instead for a flurry of seasonal decor.
Quick and easy, an instant print photo makes a great bridesmaid gift. Use an instax Link WIDE Printer to embellish a photo with a frame and a thank you message. You could print a photo from your friendship journey or capture and print a moment from your wedding morning.
Include a caption using the Link WIDE app. Or for an extra touch of fun and interactivity, include a QR code that takes your giftee to a secret thank you message or a special video. These little mementos are perfect for slipping into a thank you card or giving out during the bridal party breakfast. There might even be a few happy tears.
What about the rest of your wedding party?
When it comes to thanking your groomsmen on your wedding day, choosing the right gift can make all the difference. Cufflinks or a pocket watch might be a traditional choice but something more practical they can use every day can also be a thoughtful yet practical gift.
A personalised mug is the ideal present for the mate who can’t function without that morning coffee.
When it comes to thanking the parents and parents-in-law for their support and love throughout the wedding planning process, choosing the right gifts can be a heartfelt way to show your appreciation.
Add one of these to the classic flower bouquets to make sure they all feel valued for their help in making reception decorations, helping with the catering, or contributing financially.
Is your wedding at the end of the year? If your wedding is in November or December, a Personalised Photo Calendar is a handy yet thoughtful gift. Fill it with photos from your engagement party, family gatherings, and other memorable events from the past year. How about including pictures from your in-laws’ epic motorhome trip around Europe?
Each month, they’ll turn the page to a new memory — plus, it’ll keep them organised for the rest of the upcoming year. Slim, A4, or A5, choose the calendar that will best suit their kitchen.
Add a touch of personal flair to their living space with Personalised Photo Coasters. Choose a set of photos that will make them laugh or reminisce. Snaps from summer holidays, a relaxed family gathering in the garden, or playful portraits of their beloved pet all make great subjects.
These coasters are a fun and practical way to keep the in-laws’ coffee table free from coffee cup rings while sparking conversation.
Does your dad like to host a big Sunday lunch every weekend? Add some Personalised Place Mats to the mix so he can serve up a roast using unique, nostalgic tableware.
If you’re feeling creative in the run up to your wedding, put a photo storybook together. Fill it with photos that tell a narrative and star your little one as the main character. It could be a story about their experience as part of your wedding party.
Why not give them their personalised book on the morning of the wedding so they have something engaging to read if they need some entertainment during the wedding breakfast?
For a thank you gift that makes the most of spontaneous moments from the day, go for instax prints. Use your instax camera or Link Printer to print instant photos of the children in your wedding party in their special outfits.
Capture them on the dancefloor or heartility tucking into a slice of wedding cake. Print the pictures out and add a handwritten note thanking them for being part of your wedding.