The short answer: a good bridesmaid jewellery gift is personal, wearable on the day and simple enough to suit different tastes, such as a small pendant, a pair of studs or a bracelet with a meaningful detail. Think about what each bridesmaid would wear again.
Bridesmaid gifts say thank you, and jewellery lasts. Here are ideas beyond the obvious.
Ideas
| Gift | Why it works |
|---|---|
| Initial pendant | Personal and easy to wear. |
| Birthstone studs | A small, meaningful detail. |
| Fine bracelet | Slim and adjustable. |
| Matching set | A group look for photographs. |
| Small ring | A stacking band in a simple style. |
Ideas beyond the obvious
- A pendant engraved with the coordinates of the place you met.
- A tiny charm that marks a shared joke or a trip you took together.
- A stone in the colour of her dress, set simply enough to wear with anything afterwards.
- Matching friendship rings, each with a different birthstone inside the band.
Matching the wedding
Choose metals that suit the dresses. Rose gold and yellow gold are warm, and white metals are cool.
Personal touches
- Engrave a date or initials.
- Choose each person's birthstone.
- Write a handwritten card.
Think about the person
A friend who wears only gold may not wear a white metal piece. A friend who never wears necklaces may love earrings. If you are unsure, a small, neutral piece such as a pair of studs is a safe choice, and a note explaining why you chose it makes it personal.
Group gifts
If you are giving the same gift to several people, you can make each slightly different, for example the same design with a different birthstone. This keeps the group look while making each one individual.
A special piece for the maid of honour
The maid of honour often carries the most on the day, from planning the hen party to holding the bouquet. Some brides give her a slightly larger piece, or the same design as the others with a small diamond added. Others choose something different altogether, such as a bracelet when the rest receive pendants. A short handwritten note about what her help meant makes the gift land.
Budget
Gifts can be modest. A piece of fine jewellery made to order by us starts from £600. For larger groups, you might choose simpler designs, or give a special piece to a maid of honour and a smaller one to the rest.
Wearing it on the day
If you would like the bridesmaids to wear their gifts at the wedding, give them in good time, ideally at a fitting or a few days before, so they can try the pieces with the dresses. Check that earrings suit how each bridesmaid will wear her hair, and that a necklace length works with the neckline of the dress.
Timing
Order early so everything is ready before the wedding. Our standard making time is 5 to 6 weeks, which can vary with your location and how busy we are, and a group order needs extra time for design approval. Nothing is made until you approve the design in writing.
Presentation
Give gifts in a simple box at the hen party, the rehearsal or the morning of the day.
How to choose
- Decide on the budget and number.
- Pick a style that suits all.
- Choose engraving or stones.
See mother of the bride jewellery, engraving ideas for pendants and our best man and bridesmaid gift ideas.
Frequently asked questions
Should all gifts match? They can, or each can be personal.
Can I order several at once? Yes, tell us how many you need when you first get in touch.
What about sizing? Pendants and earrings avoid sizing.
When should I give the gifts? A few days before, so they can try them with the dresses.
Can you deliver abroad? Yes, by insured, tracked FedEx, and we explain any import duty and tax for your country.