

{"id":59818,"date":"2019-07-02T05:34:54","date_gmt":"2019-07-02T05:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/gift-ideas\/wedding-shower-gifts\/"},"modified":"2023-06-29T10:03:00","modified_gmt":"2023-06-29T10:03:00","slug":"wedding-shower-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/gift-ideas\/wedding-shower-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Best Bridal Shower Gifts That Will Wow the Bride-To-Be"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13439 size-full\" title=\"10 Wedding Shower Gifts That Aren&rsquo;t Lingerie\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/10-Wedding-Shower-Gifts-That-Aren%E2%80%99t-Lingerie-1606822013.jpg\" alt=\"10 Wedding Shower Gifts That Aren&rsquo;t Lingerie\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can&rsquo;t say for certain, but we&rsquo;re willing to bet that your soon-to-be-married friend &mdash;who, by the way, is probably in the midst of making some intensely stressful wedding decisions at this very moment&mdash;would probably prefer a shower gift she can eat, drink or zen out to over some fancy new lingerie.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nothing against lingerie, of course; she&rsquo;d probably love that, too, but the best wedding shower gifts are the ones that say,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&ldquo;<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I get you. You are tired of talking about chair covers and how to bustle your dress.&rdquo;<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, if you are wondering what kind of gifts do you give at a bridal shower? Or you are looking for some unique bridal shower gifts. We&rsquo;re here to help you find some awesomely thoughtful bridal shower gifts that go far beyond the standard.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From candles that smell like cities to baskets full of liquor, listed are some of the best bridal shower gift ideas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-to-get-for-a-bridal-shower\"><\/span><b>What to get for a bridal shower?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are different types of bridal shower gifts that you can consider, which can help you make your friend feel extra special when she is about to get married. You can give her&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Something sentimental or personalized that will bring a smile to her face<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Something that is both practical and thoughtful, which she can utilize later<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Something that she can enjoy now and which will help her cope with the stress of marriage preparations<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15-best-bridal-shower-gifts\"><\/span><b>15 best bridal shower gifts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If someone is going to be a bride soon, you might be planning her bridal shower already. But when it comes to bridal shower gifts, it is normal for you to face some confusion and pressure.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some options for you to consider if you are looking into ideas for gifts at a bridal shower:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. A nostalgia-inducing candle<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it&rsquo;s the location where the couple plans to tie the knot or the one where they met for the first time, place candles are amazing bridal shower gifts to make you feel super-sentimental.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are state-scented candles for all of the fifty nifty, so you&rsquo;ll definitely find one that takes you back to a special place and time. Candles also have the unique power of helping you settle into a state of happy relaxation, which is a much-needed mindset among the engaged.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wporg-box\"><div class=\"\"><span class=\"wporg_heading\">RELATED READING : <\/span><span class=\"wporg_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/gift-ideas\/sentimental-wedding-gift-for-your-best-friend\/\" title=\"3 Steps for Picking the Perfect Sentimental Wedding Gift for Your Best Friend\">3 Steps for Picking the Perfect Sentimental Wedding Gift for Your Best Friend<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><b>2. Personalized stationery for the bride<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized stationery is one of those timeless personalized bridal shower gifts that are traditional yet easy to modernize, depending on the design and messaging you choose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure that you know the exact spelling and name preferences of the bride-to-be (in other words, don&rsquo;t assume she&rsquo;ll be taking her husband&rsquo;s name or keeping her own). Choose a suite complete with personalized note cards and envelopes that can be used for all sorts of correspondence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. A day at the spa to ease the stress of planning<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chances are, the guest of honor is knee-deep in stressful wedding planning, from fielding inquiries from nosy family members to mulling over linens and signature drinks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best couples shower gifts she needs right now might be a massage and a manicure, preferably somewhere with no cell service. Hook her up with a whole day&rsquo;s worth of services to ensure that she fully sinks into a state of bliss.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wporg-box\"><div class=\"\"><span class=\"wporg_heading\">RELATED READING : <\/span><span class=\"wporg_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/gift-ideas\/wedding-gifts-ideas-for-the-bride-and-groom\/\" title=\"20 Innovative Wedding Gifts Ideas for the Bride and Groom\">20 Innovative Wedding Gifts Ideas for the Bride and Groom<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><b>4. A piece of heirloom kitchenware<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">She may not yet have a collection of colorfully enameled Le Creuset bakeware or original Pyrex glass dishes, but if she&rsquo;s into cooking and baking in any form, it won&rsquo;t be long before she hops on this train.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heirloom and vintage cookware are one of the best bridal shower gift ideas because they last forever, so they will stay with her for a lifetime of weeknight dinners, special occasions, and parties.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose one heirloom piece and make it a good one! Buying things slowly, piece by piece is the smartest approach here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. A self-care basket<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you know that the stress of the wedding has taken a toll on the mental health of the bride-to-be, consider equipping her with a goodie bag of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S0020748919302093\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">self-care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> staples that will help her sink into a state of grateful bliss at home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Luxe face masks, fancy bath bombs, sweetly aromatic candles, and a membership to a meditation app are some solid basket-stuffers.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wporg-box\"><div class=\"\"><span class=\"wporg_heading\">RELATED READING : <\/span><span class=\"wporg_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/gift-ideas\/best-wedding-gift-ideas-for-newlyweds\/\" title=\"10 Best Wedding Gift Ideas Newlyweds Would Love To Receive\">10 Best Wedding Gift Ideas Newlyweds Would Love To Receive<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><b>6. A cocktail-themed basket<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&rsquo;ve probably seen those gift baskets featuring wine for every milestone&mdash;first fight, first house, first baby, etc.&mdash;but this is the version for the bride-to-be who prefers margaritas over merlots.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with a bottle of top-shelf liquor and fill the basket to the brim with mix-ins, glasses, garnishes, bar tools, and other accouterments that will help her create next-level cocktails as she plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-13440 size-full\" title=\"A cocktail themed basket of wedding shower gifts\" src=\"https:\/\/image.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/A-cocktail-themed-basket-of-wedding-shower-gifts-1606822013.jpg\" alt=\"A cocktail themed basket of wedding shower gifts\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\"><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Sweets that are shamelessly extra<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no better time to finally order those insanely intricate (and insanely expensive) custom chocolates and baked goods you&rsquo;ve seen on Instagram. (We see you, Milk Bar.)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the next-level custom<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4350893\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> chocolates<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or edible masterpieces for some seriously mind-blowing chocolate creations that any recipient would flip slash drool over.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. A unique subscription box<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another great way to help your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2018\/08\/08\/proof-that-wedding-planning-is-hell\/\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stressed-out pal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stop and enjoy the little things in life is to surprise her with a box of the perfect bridal shower gifts that will delight her month after month.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether she&rsquo;s into tea, craft beer, wine, beauty products, snacks, or nail polish, there&rsquo;s a monthly subscription box made for her. There are even subscription boxes specifically for brides!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>9. A pre-planned date night<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give her a gift that helps her reconnect with her partner before she ties the knot like an elaborate date night you planned yourself for her and her future spouse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How about a fancy dinner at that really nice restaurant she wouldn&rsquo;t otherwise pick? Top it off with a gift card to the best bakery or ice cream shop in town, and you&rsquo;ve got yourself a points-winning present. Concert or play tickets are always a thoughtful option for a mini getaway, too.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wporg-box\"><div class=\"\"><span class=\"wporg_heading\">RELATED READING : <\/span><span class=\"wporg_title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/romance\/best-romantic-date-ideas-for-couples\/\" title=\"4 Expert Tips on Best Romantic Date Ideas for Couples\">4 Expert Tips on Best Romantic Date Ideas for Couples<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><b>10. The silkiest silk or satin PJs you can find<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good gift is one that&rsquo;s at least partially indulgent, and if she&rsquo;s the type of person who would fully enjoy a pair of fancy pajamas but who would never actually pay for something to sleep in, you&rsquo;ve found your winner.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Giving silk wearables is also a sweet way to subtly honor the lingerie tradition if you aren&rsquo;t super keen on going full-on cheeky.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>11. Lingerie is not dead<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still want to surprise the bride-to-be with oodles of revealing lace, satin, and mesh, there will be ample opportunity along the way.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bachelorette party is one of the best times to give the sexy stuff because you don&rsquo;t have to worry about embarrassing anyone in front of grandma or that one conservative aunt on the guest list.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designate the bridal shower as the time to help the guest of honor remember to take a moment to sit back, relax and breathe as she&rsquo;s planning the biggest day of her life.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>12. Personalized cutting board<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A beautifully engraved cutting board adds a touch of elegance to the kitchen and makes for a practical and sentimental gift. You can get this engraved with the couple&rsquo;s name or a carnival picture of them so that this looks extra special.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>13. Outdoor picnic set<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Encourage the couple to enjoy outdoor adventures by giving them an outdoor picnic set as one of the bridal shower gifts.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can create and personalize a set complete with a blanket, baskets, and utensils for romantic outings in nature. This gift will help not just the bride but also the couple to get some time to truly relax.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>14. Customized wall art<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add a personalized touch to the couple&rsquo;s home with customized wall art featuring their names, wedding dates, or a meaningful quote. It can add glamor and warmth to their home while also giving it a personal touch.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>15. Coffee maker and grinder<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who doesn&rsquo;t like to wake up to a freshly brewed cup of coffee?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fuel the couple&rsquo;s mornings with a high-quality coffee maker and grinder as one of the bridal shower gifts, allowing them to enjoy freshly brewed coffee in the comfort of their home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watch this video to learn more about hosting the best bridal shower:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zx1Opf2-Hqs\" width=\"804\" height=\"350\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">&#65279;<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some-commonly-asked-questions\"><\/span><b>Some commonly asked questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are the answers to some pressing questions about bridal shower gifts that can help you decide on what to give your friend before her special day:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Can you give a gift card at a bridal shower?<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, a gift card is a perfectly acceptable and appreciated gift for a bridal shower. In fact, many couples now list gift cards on their wedding registries, as they allow the couple to choose what they want and need for their new life together.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When choosing a gift card, it&rsquo;s important to consider the couple&rsquo;s interests and needs.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if they are big foodies, a gift card to a local restaurant or grocery store would be a great choice. If they are just starting out in their new life together, a gift card to a home goods store would be a helpful way to stock up on essentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><b>Can you give cash at a bridal shower?<\/b><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it is generally acceptable to give cash as a gift at a bridal shower. Cash gifts can help the couple cover various wedding expenses, go towards their honeymoon fund, or be used to fulfill other specific needs or desires.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you choose to give cash as a gift, you can do so by placing it in a card or an envelope and presenting it to the bride-to-be during the bridal shower. Including a thoughtful message or well wishes along with the cash can add a personal touch to the gift.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final-thoughts\"><\/span><b>Final thoughts&nbsp;<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deciding what to give your friend before her special day may seem daunting. You might want to make her feel special, but you could be facing difficulty because of the varied options that are out there.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can give her something that will make her feel loved and cared for, like a spa voucher, a piece of jewelry, or lingerie. Or you can even pay for their <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/marriage-courses\/pre-marriage-course\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">premarital counseling<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which helps them start their marriage on the right note.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false,"raw":""},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We can&rsquo;t say for certain, but we&rsquo;re willing to bet that your soon-to-be-married friend &mdash;who, by the way, is probably in the midst of making some intensely stressful wedding decisions at this very moment&mdash;would probably prefer a shower gift she can eat, drink or zen out to over some fancy new lingerie. Nothing against lingerie, of course; she&rsquo;d probably love that, too, but the best wedding shower gifts are the ones that say, &ldquo;I get you. You are tired of talking about chair covers and how to bustle your dress.&rdquo; So, if you are wondering what kind of gifts do <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1152,"featured_media":59917,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[2461],"tags":[2545],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59818"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1152"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=59818"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59818\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":87188,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/59818\/revisions\/87188"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/59917"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=59818"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=59818"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.marriage.com\/advice\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=59818"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}