21 best bridesmaid gifts for the 2026 wedding season
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With wedding season upon us, 2026 brides may be shopping for the best bridesmaid gifts for their chosen ones. While some brides may be hunting for the best bridesmaid proposal gifts to pop the important question, others may want to curate a bundle for their bridal party to open on the morning of their wedding day. Other brides may want to send a thank you to their maid of honour and bridesmaids after the wedding, especially when they have doubled up as the bride's emotional support system, therapist, personal planners, PA and bestie all rolled into one.
Many joke that I'm ‘always the bridesmaid, never the bride’, because I've been in a 15-year relationship and there's no ring on my finger. But I see it as a huge privilege to be asked to be a bridesmaid or maid of honour. As I've been a bridesmaid for several friends over the years, I have been a lucky recipient of unique bridesmaid proposal boxes, thoughtful thank-you gifts, and fun hen do bundles. Safe to say, I know a thing or two about bridesmaid gift ideas.
- The best bridesmaid gifts for 2026, approved by an experienced bridesmaid
- The best bridesmaid gifts FAQs, answered
- What are the most popular bridesmaid gifts?
- How much should I spend on bridesmaid gifts?
- When should I give bridesmaid gifts?
- What bridesmaid gifts should I avoid?
- Meets the expert
- How I choose the best bridesmaids' gifts
- Why you can trust me
Despite being a day that's all about you — and your fiancé, obvs — spoiling your bridesmaids is a lovely way to remind them how grateful you are, and that you wouldn't have got down the aisle without them. After all, they watched on as you found your dream wedding dress, planned the perfect hen party, and responded to your late-night messages about everything from flower girl dresses to bridal manicures. Let's also not forget your bridesmaids have probably sacrificed their own weekends, annual leave, time, energy and love to be by your side throughout your entire wedding era. So, if you have been a bit of a bridezilla, even if they politely tell you that you haven't, unique and thoughtful bridesmaid gifts will mean more to them than you may realise.
From sentimental keepsakes, practical bridesmaid gifts, and traditional bridesmaid embossed accessories to personalised presents, experiences and unique bridesmaid gifts, we have found the best bridesmaid gifts your bridal party will treasure long after the main event.
So, read on for expert advice on the best bridal party gifts, the best maid of honour gifts, including maid of honour gifts for sister, which may also double as a heartfelt mother of the bride gift. Plus, the gifts to avoid, and our personal recommendations to score major brownie points with your bridesmaids.
Ahead, the best bridesmaid gifts for 2026, approved by an experienced bridesmaid:
Best luxury gift for bridesmaids
Heart Mini Pearl Necklace & Bracelet Set
Some brides have asked their devoted girl squad and me to accessorise our bridesmaid dresses with simple yet classic jewellery, instead of chunky jewellery stacks. So, why not take away the guesswork, and treat your maid of honour to this delicate pearl necklace and bracelet set, which features a miniature 18k gold vermeil heart, to wear on your special day and beyond.
While it is on sale, the £214 price tag may be a high price point for brides to splurge on the entire bridal party, so we would save this for your maid of honour gift, or for your sister who takes the title.
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Best beauty gift for bridesmaids
Wedding Day Immediate Skin Revival Set
Every bridesmaid bundle, or hen do hamper, I have ever received always includes a face sheet mask. Plus, I have accompanied many brides to their pre-wedding facials or spa treatments, so why not meet in the middle with a multi-step skincare kit for your glowing bridesmaids?
This five-piece Charlotte Tilbury set includes a rejuvenating sheet mask, a de-puffing eye serum, a pot of the famous Magic Cream, a facial serum, and a sample of the viral Wonderglow Primer. It's a great gift to prepare the skin ahead of the big day, on the wedding day, and those tired party eyes the morning after.
Yes, it may be expensive, so if you are feeling the pinch, you may prefer to give to your numero uno as a special maid of honour gift.
Let's not forget, you can book to have your wedding make-up done at Charlotte Tilbury, or have the pros come to your home.
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Best pyjama set for bridesmaids
Satin Tulip Hem Lace Trim Button Up Short Pyjama Set
Every time I have been a bridesmaid, I have received a pair of personalised pink satin PJs, but I never tire of this gift. In fact, I love nothing more than getting ready with fellow bridesmaids wearing matching pyjama sets.
We love Chelsea Peers' attention to detail, such as the lace trim, the contrast piping, and the satin-covered buttons. Plus, this luxe-looking satin pyjama set is available in UK dress sizes 6 to 28, and brides can add a gift box for an extra £5 with a personalised message. If your bridesmaids prefer a cami top or long length trousers, Chelsea Peers has you covered, though you have to purchase the full sets as you can't mix and match separates.
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Gigi & Olive 'Keep Your Shit Together' Handkerchief
The last wedding I was a bridesmaid for, my longest friend gave all her bridal party a handkerchief, which she had hand-sewn a quote or memory onto that reminded her of each individual. It's a keepsake that made me laugh (and cry), and a gift I'll treasure forever.
While Gigi & Olive's linen handkerchief is stitched with one funny (but true) message, it's a fun, yet practical gift. You can even choose the font and the colour of the thread to match your wedding theme. While you're there, why not order some for the groomsmen?
Best under-eye patches for bridesmaids
BeautyPro Eye Therapy Under Eye Mask
No bridesmaid gift bundle is complete without an eye mask, mark my words. It's perfect to pop on in the morning of the wedding to de-puff the under eyes before applying your make-up. These soothing eye masks are formulated with marine-based collagen, green tea extract, and aloe vera, which work to tighten and brighten the eye areas in as little as 15 minutes.
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IceFlow Flip Straw 2.0 Tumbler
I have accumulated quite the collection of shot glasses, champagne flutes, mugs and tumblers emblazoned with “bridesmaid”, over the years. While I appreciate the memorabilia, they stay in a cupboard after the wedding fun. So, why not shake things up and treat your bridal party to a practical, durable and multi-functional Stanley Tumbler they can actually use forever? Plus, you can always customise this tumbler yourself with their name, just like the Love Island bottles.
This leak-proof tumbler will keep her favourite beverage — water, diet coke, rosé — ice cold for up to seven hours. Plus, this water bottle comes with a handle that allows her to carry it from the hen do to dress fittings and back home again. Although we suggest keeping it in the bridal suite to ensure your close ones stay hydrated.
Best sunglasses for bridesmaids
Le Specs Work It Polarised Sunglasses
Typically, hen do gifts contain affordable sunnies, or cheeky specs with phallic motifs, but I think a stylish pair of sunglasses for your chosen bridal party would be more cost-effective, and practical, especially if you've got a summer wedding or destination ceremony.
While sunglasses for summer weddings ensure your bridesmaids witness every moment without the sun beaming in their eyes, it can also conceal their teary eyes after your tear-jerking vows. Let's also consider how chic your wedding photos will look with all the bridesmaids wearing matching sunglasses. Plus, every hungover bridesmaid needs a fabulous pair of sunglasses to hide behind the morning after night one of your hen or the wedding. With their oval-eye shape and classic tortoise colour, these Le Specs sunnies are timeless and oh so chic!
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Best haircare gift for bridesmaids
As a serial bridesmaid, my hair has often been put through the wringer during various hair trials. While some brides have popped a single hair mask and face mask into our bridesmaid care bundle, some friends have had thick hair and needed more product, which is why this duo is a hit. This nourishing Coco & Eve set will help nourish her stressed-out and heat-damaged strands thanks to the blend of raw virgin coconut, argan oil and shea butter.
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La Terra Romantic Silk Sleeping Set
In various bridesmaid gift bundles I have received, it has included a satin scrunchie or eye mask. However, this set includes both items and a satin pillowcase. Win-win!
There are numerous benefits to a silk pillowcase; it can reduce the risk of hair breakage, prevent your skin from creasing, and provide a gentle surface to sleep easily. Similarly, the eye mask is gentle on the face and eyelashes, and the scrunchie is gentle when tying your hair up. It's a unique and thoughtful gift, but a practical one she will appreciate. We also love the blueprint, which taps into the saying “Something old, something new, something borrowed, something…
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Best jewellery gift for bridesmaids
One bride requested that her bridesmaids and I wear pearl drop earrings, and these would have been the perfect pair. Pearls are a popular jewel to wear come wedding season, whether you are a guest, bridesmaid, maid of honour, mother of the bride, or bride. We particularly love the additional dazzling gems that add a modern twist to a classic style. Just wait until the light catches these bobby dazzlers.
Let's not forget you can also book to get a welded bracelet with your besties for long-lasting memories, which we think is the perfect hen do activity.
Best experience gift for bridesmaids
The pampering is usually for the bride to prepare ahead of her wedding. But, considering all the hard work, dedication, and support your bridesmaids have offered throughout your bridal era, it's only right that you treat them to a much-needed post-wedding pamper.
This gift card can be put towards any trip or treatment of her choice; all you have to do is top it up with a minimum of £25. It's a unique and thoughtful gift your bridesmaids will appreciate, and a good last-minute bridesmaid gift for the busy bride. Plus, you can sync your calendars and make it a girl's day out too.
Best lip care gift for bridesmaids
Glow Recipe Glass Balm Mini Lip Collection
Smiling for endless photos, greeting your guests, sipping on the fizz and canapés, and reassuring you seconds before you walk down the aisle could help dry out your bridesmaids' lips. But Glow Recipe's nourishing formula will prevent that. Not only will these glosses moisturise the lips, but they will also add a pop of colour. Plus, they are compact enough to keep in a small clutch bag on the day.
I bought this four-pack of lip glosses to distribute into goody bags for a bride's hen do, and it was much more cost-effective than buying individual lipsticks.
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Bridal Sentiment Pouch 'Bridesmaid'
Some brides I know have asked the bridal party to coordinate our bags and shoes, while others have gifted us matching bags to wear on the day, which is always appreciated. This lovely little clutch can be monogrammed with up to three initials, making it a precious keepsake. Yes, it has your role embossed on one side, but you can always wear it the other way post-wedding. Plus, it is large enough to fit a phone, lip combo and tissues on the big day.
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Best flower delivery for long-distance bridesmaids
A friend of mine sent me, and fellow bridesmaids, stunning blooms shortly after her wedding to say thank you, which was an extra special touch I didn't expect. It came with an additional message, which had me reminiscing on her special day. If your bridal party is sentimental, they may even press these flowers to keep and remember the special moment. Plus, it's a great bridesmaid proposal gift for friends who live further away.
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Not Another Bill x Lockdown Liquor & Co. Bottled Cocktails
If your bridal party loves a cocktail, this is the ideal addition to your bridesmaid proposal bundle, hen gift bag, or a tipple to have in the bridal suite to settle the wedding day nerves. The Lockdown Liquor pre-made cocktails have featured in several hen goody bags I have received (and curated), as well as in bridesmaid proposal boxes, and they go down a storm with all recipients.
The 100ml bottle can be personalised with a name or message (up to 30 characters) for that extra special touch. Plus, you can select from popular pre-made cocktails, including a Picante, Espresso Martini, Negroni, and Lychee Martini. Remembering your best pal's tipple will score major brownie points, too. My personal favourite is the Picante.
Italian Summer Softback Spiral Lined Notebook
When it was my turn to be maid of honour for my sister, the first thing I needed was a notebook dedicated to all the pre-wedding events, contact details, and to-do lists. Yes, it has to be separate from their daily planner, or work notebook, so those all-important bridesmaid tasks don't get forgotten.
Customise this chic notebook with her name, even write a sweet note on the first page before you give it to her for an extra sentimental touch. Inside the spiral-bound notebook, you will find ninety-six leaves of high-quality lined paper, which you can select between plain, lined, or bulleted.
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Best sentimental gift for bridesmaids
Personalised Bridesmaid Proposal Frame With Hand Stitched Heart
This gift is an affordable alternative to bridesmaid proposal boxes, but arguably more sentimental. When your photographer eventually sends through your wedding snaps, why not fill your frame with your favourite snaps to say thank you? Papier even gives you the option to customise the cover, page layout, and add your own captions. You can even press flowers from the floral bouquet, which my best friend did for me, and it creates a beautiful stained glass window effect when the light catches the petals.
Best personalised gift for bridesmaids
One bride really pulled out all the stops, as she gifted me, and her two other bridesmaids, a necklace, earrings, and a bracelet to wear on her wedding day. This dainty bracelet is minimalist yet stunning, as it features a miniature letter. This chic piece of arm candy is guaranteed to go with her bridesmaid dress, and any outfit long after the wedding day. You could even buy one for other members of your wedding party, such as your flower girls and the mother of the bride. However, it is only available in gold or rose gold.
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I'm known for carrying everything but the kitchen sink in my bags, but that has to be refined when bridesmaids are housing the essentials for the bride. The one thing I often forget, but desperately need? A mirror.
This compact pocket mirror is ideal to check my happy tears haven't ruined my make-up, my lipstick is still intact, and nothing is in my teeth for those wedding photos that will last a lifetime. We love that this one can be attached to keys or a handbag and personalised with their initials.
Bridesmaid, Maid Of Honour And Flower Girl Proposal Gift Boxes
It is commonplace for brides to pop the question with a hamper containing an array of bridesmaid-branded treats inside. While some savvy brides have curated their own bridesmaid gift boxes, others may be pushed for time, which is why this pre-made bundle is a stress-free alternative for the busy bride. It includes a sleep mask, scrunchie, a glass tumbler, and a jewellery box, all of which can be personalised with your friend's role, as well as a 255-character message.
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Philippa Scalloped Ceramic Photo Frame
Several brides have presented me with a photo of us together when they have asked me to be their bridesmaid. A separate friend wrote me a poem to pop the question and framed it, which I have displayed on my floating bookshelf for years because it is one of the most thoughtful gifts I have ever received. This scalloped photo frame is bright, aesthetically pleasing, and practical.
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The best bridesmaid gifts FAQs, answered:
When it comes to finding the best bridal gifts, brides may be torn between fun, on-trend presents, bridesmaid-branded accessories, unique and thoughtful gifts, sentimental keepsakes or experiences.
Interestingly, Six Stories founder Lucy Menghini claims there has been a shift away from traditional “matching gifts” and towards thoughtful gifts that are relevant to each recipient. She explains: “The hierarchy has definitely changed. The most successful gifts tend to sit at the intersection of sentimental and practical, something that holds meaning but also integrates into their life beyond the wedding. The most popular gifts now aren’t actually the most aesthetic, they’re the ones that make each bridesmaid feel specifically chosen; think pieces that reflect who she is beyond the wedding.” Menghini also spotlights a surge in bridesmaid gifts that honour the “something blue" theme.
Menghini also claims sentimental gestures and gifting experiences are ruling the bridal party gift department. This can include a handwritten letter to open on the one-year wedding anniversary, a poem, a shared experience together, a gift that carries a hidden meaning or "something that will make her smile in years to come at the memory of the special day.” The founder adds: “The uniqueness comes from the story and thoughtfulness attached to the gift, not just the object itself.”
Menghini acknowledges that some brides may spend more on their maid of honour gift than the other bridesmaids. She describes maid of honour gifts as “less ‘wedding merch’ and more ‘life memory'", or rather, “a thank you for a chapter, not just a day.”
Weddings are expensive, so the bride may not want to splurge a chunk of the wedding budget on gifts for the bridal party, especially if they have several bridesmaids, flower girls, ushers and groomsmen. While there isn’t a fixed figure assigned to bridesmaids' gifts, Menghini believes there is “a feeling benchmark”, though this is subjective to each individual and their financial situation.
As a rule of thumb, the Six Stories founder recommends spending between £30 and £150 on bridesmaid gifts, though she insists the thought carries more weight than the price tag. Menghini shares: “Brides are becoming much more conscious of not turning the experience into a transactional exchange. What matters more is whether the gift feels considered; a £40 gift that feels deeply personal will always outperform a £120 generic one.”
According to Menghini, there are “two key moments” to give your bridesmaids their gifts: the proposal (when you ask your besties to be your bridesmaids) and the wedding morning. However, both days “serve entirely different purposes”, says Menghini. She explains: “The proposal is about excitement and inclusion, while the wedding day gift is about gratitude and grounding.”
But is it necessary for brides to give their bridal party presents on both days? In short, no. The mogul urges brides not to spend beyond their means, but if the budget permits, they can opt to treat their bridal parties on both days. She explains: “The proposal gift can be light and symbolic, whereas the wedding day gift carries more emotional weight.”
Forced to choose one day to present your bridesmaids with their gifts, Menghini suggests the wedding day moment.
While every bride and bridal party are different, Menghini advises brides to avoid “overly bridesmaid-branded” gifts.
However, the real key is not to ‘over stress’ about gifts and force yourself to buy presents if funds are tight. She reassures future brides: “The last thing you want is to burn cash, energy, or luggage space.” The other important factor to remember is that it is the thought that counts.
Meet the expert:
| Lucy Menghini | Founder of Six Stories. |
How I choose the best bridesmaid gifts:
Here at Glamour, we pride ourselves on solving your shopping dilemmas as best we can. This often means quizzing the Glamour editors on their needs, what they are missing in their lives, or what is on their wishlist. It also means calling on our own personal experiences, which was exactly the case for our best bridesmaids' gift guide.
I have been a bridesmaid for several close friends over the years, which has given me a great insight into what brides gift their bridal party, maid of honour, and mother of the bride. I noted the best bridesmaid gifts I have received, from the bridesmaid proposal boxes — AKA what brides have given when they asked me to be their maid of honour — as well as presents on the wedding eve or wedding day, and any post-wedding thank you gifts. I also reflected on the bridesmaid gifts I haven't used since (sorry brides).
I also spoke with experts to learn what the popular bridal party gifts are, the presents to avoid, and other noteworthy tips for 2026 brides.
After clocking up a fairly lengthy list, I whittled down the selection based on product quality, aesthetics, price, value for money, practicality and longevity. You're welcome.
| Design | Is it practical, fit for purpose and aesthetic? |
| Price point | Would I be willing to spend that much? Is it of good quality? Is it cost-effective? |
| Delivery | Are there additional delivery costs? Can I secure gift boxes? |
| Giftability | Is it something the recipient actually wants, needs and would enjoy? |
| Longevity | Will this gift stand the test of time, and be worn, or used, long after the wedding, and hen do? |
I have been a shopping editor for over 10 years, although my love for gift giving and bargain hunting dates back even further. I have tried and tested a plethora of products throughout my career, attended countless press days, and spoken to numerous experts, founders, and trend forecasters to find the very best buys. So, rest assured, I will only recommend the best brands and products I genuinely use, rebuy, and recommend to my friends and family.
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