With the countdown now on, it’s time to ask the all-important question to your budding bridesmaids! Whether they’re your best friends for life, relatives or work colleagues, there are several thoughtful ways in which you can pop the question.
Regardless of your bridesmaid’s likes or dislikes, there are plenty of ideas to help you execute the perfect bridesmaid proposal…and by that, we don’t mean matching slippers! Say goodbye to the days of stuffing gift bags with conventional presents, it’s time to say hello to a whole new wave of quirky goodies!
Guaranteed to make your bridesmaid gift bags one-of-a-kind, here are our top six personalised gift bag ideas to help you pop the question creatively and unexpectedly!
For the Puzzle-some Bridesmaids
Instead of asking the question up front, why not let them crack the code! There are multiple small businesses which create cost-effective, custom-made jigsaws and puzzles. The design you choose is up to you. They can be as simple as a written message or as innovative as a heartfelt picture of you and your bestie.
For an element of surprise, set up a games night with your bridesmaids and incorporate your puzzle-filled gift bag to help ask the question.
For the Boozy Birds
Now we’ve witnessed gift bags packed with mini bottles of wine and champagne, but have you ever come across this? Perfect for the boozy birds, the cocktail topper is terrific for anyone who may be scheduling a night on the town or even a girl’s night in. Simply write your message to your bridesmaid in the style you like, pop the cocktail topper on their drink, and et voila! No words are needed. Bonus points go to anyone who seemingly incorporates this idea in a cocktail making class (at home or at a bar)!
For the Stay-at-home Ladies
Although a lot of companies advertise gender reveal candles, these can also be a great way to propose to your bridesmaid! . With many designs on the market, there are various ways you can add your message. From hidden “will you be my bridesmaid?” messages to jewellery, crystals, candle tops and more, have a browse and discover all sorts of creative and cost-effective options. Best of all, the candles can also be used as a nice, little gift to remember the occasion.
To ask the question effectively, personalise your gift bags with additional home-warming goods such as chocolates, face masks, etc.
For the Pampered Princesses
Rather than purchase a standard gift bag from the card shop, swap it for something a little more versatile! A great option for spa girls and make-up lovers, opt for customisable toiletry bags instead of personalised gift bags.
Fill the bag with all sorts of miniature goodies and embellish your all-important question on the inside (ideally at the top, towards the zipper). If you want to make it extra personal, pack the gift bag with samples of their favourite products or opt for double customisation, and include their names on the front.
For the Gambling Girlies
Although hand-written notes are sincere, a scratch card seamlessly adds a bit of suspense to your message! Scroll through Etsy and you can find many small businesses selling personalised scratch cards for as little as £2.50! If you prefer your proposal to be a total surprise, arrange for various messages to be printed, and scatter them around the room like a treasure hunt to build a bit more excitement.
For those that are going unconventional, try and pop the question with your scratch card at the races, on a night out or even at a casino!
For the Senoras and Senoritas!
As always, we’re leaving the best idea until last... so without further ado, say hello to these personalised pinatas!
A great way to add a bit of fun to the evening, bring a personalised pinata to your bridal party and let them pop the question! While some brides have purchased multiple mini pinatas, with names written on the front, we recommend hosting a bridal party with a bigger pinata to let all of your bridesmaids have a go!
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