60 Bride-To-Be Gifts She’ll Cherish For A Lifetime
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Ready to “Cheers!” to a friend who just got engaged? If you just heard the good news—or helped to plan in the surprise—it’s time to join in on the festivities yourself. And while there are countless gifts that you could give the newly engaged bride-to-be, we think she’d be happiest with a gift that came straight from the heart. (Besides, who needs another cliché gag gift anyway? Leave that for the bachelorette party.)
One of our favorite ways to choose a unique, sentimental gift for a close friend or loved one is by leaning into their passions, hobbies, or personal style. Or, sometimes the most thoughtful gifts are those that help them get through the anxiety-filled busy times (hello, self-care!) that they’ll encounter as they head towards the altar. So, whether you are looking for a special keepsake to remember this time by or a useful gift that they’ll be oh-so-thankful for during the stress of wedding planning, we have ideas for your newly engaged friend right here!
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Fashion & Skincare
When it comes to the bride-to-be, chances are that she is already looking ahead to her wedding day. For that reason, we say, help her to look and feel her best right now! Whether that is by giving her a new ensemble to wear to a wedding event, or making sure that she doesn’t neglect her daily skincare routine, simple, yet thoughtful gifts with a fashion or beauty theme can be a real lifesaver to a friend who just got engaged!
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Sleeveless Bow Midi Dress
Lulus
Price: $$
She will feel like the lady of the hour in this iconic dress! It’s an affordable dress perfect for bachelorette festivities, rehearsal dinner, or even the reception. Just about everything about this dress—style, design, and oversized bow—are flattering and chic!
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Personalized ‘Wifey’ Sweatshirt
Love Suna
Price: $
Hey there, wifey! A comfy, cute, and cool crewneck sweater that the bride-to-be can start wearing the moment she’s engaged and for the rest of her loving days! Choose from other colors, but we love the simple gray.
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Clara Embellished Satin Cocktail Sandals
Badgley Mischka
Price: $$$
As a friend, sister, aunt, bridesmaid, or even bride-to-be, buying these brilliant satin cocktail heels for the wedding day is 100% a good idea.
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Monet Opal & Swarovski Crystal Clip
Brides & Hairpins
Price: $$$
Swarovski crystals have never been more appropriate. This is a beautiful and elegant hair clip the bride can wear on her special day!
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Sculpting Open-Bust Panty Bodysuit
SPANX
Price: $$
Shapewear is an underrated gift and one that the bride will love! Have them feeling their best without forsaking comfort in this highly-reviewed form-flattering bodysuit.
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Rayne Pleated Bow Clutch
Loeffler Randall
Price: $$$
A white satin clutch that is perfect for more than just the wedding day, she’ll want to show off its sophisticated and stylish design for any special occasion.
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Bride Rhinestone Heart Sunglasses
Etercycle
Price: $
Retro-inspired shades that the bride will be wearing during every day of their bachelorette party weekend! Customize it with a phrase perfect for the bride and celebration!
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Devin Kitten Heel Slingback Pump
SARTO By Franco Sarto
Price: $$
Add a touch of glamor to their wedding look with this glossy, shimmering pump that is polished and very, very fashionable. The low-kitten heel guarantees all-day (and all-night!) comfort.
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Showstopper Robe
Flora Nikrooz
Price: $$
Tasteful lingerie is a wonderful gift idea for a new bride or the newly engaged! They'll transform the atmosphere of the evening with this satin and sheer lace robe. And, don’t forget—this could always be their ‘something blue!’
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Custom Mrs Fluffy Slippers
Bridesmaids House
Price: $
These custom fuzzy slippers have a fun “MRS.” design in gold and pearl beading. We’re sure that they will be worn starting at the bachelorette party, getting ready for her wedding day, and even after she says “I do!”
Jewelry
A piece of jewelry can be a daily reminder of this special time in her life. Jewelry can be bold or simple, expensive or affordable, or trendy or classic. Whatever the bride-to-be’s style, a small necklace, bracelet, or pair of earrings can be an item that she can wear every day or even on the special day itself! It’s also an easy way to look back and reflect on the memories that she made with friends and loved ones!
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Bride-To-Be Statement Earrings
Le Petit Bijou Boutique
Price: $
A straightforward pair of “Bride-to-Be” statement earrings, they’re fun and can be a chic bachelorette party accessory or jewelry piece to wear during the honeymoon.
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Custom Wedding Ring Dish
September And Grace INC
Price: $
A best-selling customized jewelry dish for their most special rings. Customize it with engravings of her new initials—or both her and her partner’s name—and carefully etched florals. A timeless gift to keep her most cherished jewelry in one place.
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Personalized Jewelry Box
StudioSiUSA
Price: $
A personalized wedding box to keep with her wherever she’s going! From the hotel, to the wedding venue, to all of her future romantic destinations, this travel jewelry box will be used often.
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Dripping Freshwater Pearl Earrings
Ettika
Price: $
We love long, linear drop earrings! This unique pair dangles elegantly with lustrous freshwater pearls and 18-karat gold accents.
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Crystal Tennis Bracelet
Alexa Leigh
Price: $$
Gold tennis bracelets are a beautiful, yet simple piece of jewelry that is flattering on anyone. The future bride will love it!
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Perfect Graduated Cubic Zirconia Necklace
Nadri
Price: $$
Help the bride dazzle and shine with this dainty chain that will elegantly accessorize their look!
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Matrix Ring
Swarovski
Price: $$$
As the saying goes, “Something old, something new, something borrow, something blue…” The gift of blue could be this eye-catching blue ring that will make the bride’s eyes glow.
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Crystal Filigree Bangle
Marchesa
Price: $$
This sparkling bangle is a treasure to wear and behold for years to come. It is classic, glamorous, and suitably luxurious for the wedding day.
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3 Level Jewelry Box
Bey-Berk
Price: $$$
The new bride can keep all of their treasured accessories organized beautifully in this well-designed wooden jewelry box for decades to come. There are separate compartments for earrings, rings, and more.
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What’s Poppin’ Earrings
Baublebar
Price: $
A fun pair of earrings that is complete with shiny gold tones and pearly crystals that are hard to not notice! This out-of-the-box bridal jewelry will certainly make a statement!
Home Goods & Decor
While many engaged couples already live together, there are many who choose to wait until after they say “I do!” to share a home together. If this is the first time that they will be living underneath the same roof, there is no better time than now to start making their future house feel like a home. However, if they do already live together, it’s not too late to help them cherish these memories—and commemorate the new ones that they are creating together. Personalized home goods are some of our favorite items to gift!
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Do I Look Engaged? Mug
Personalization Mall
Price: $
When she wants a sweet reminder to start each day, this mug is there!
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Ultrasonic Jewelry Cleaner
Magnasonic
Price: $
Her wedding ring is the one piece of jewelry that she will wear (and cherish) for a lifetime. Keep it looking its very best with a jewelry cleaner.
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Bride Wine & CHampagne Chiller
Vinglacé
Price: $$
With all of the events that she will be attending in the coming months, it’s important to stay hydrated! This chiller can keep any of her favorite bottled beverages cold.
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Floral "I Do" Glass Candle
Nostalgia
Price: $
When it’s time to return home from the honeymoon, she will have a simple gift waiting for her to light together with her husband.
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Lead Crystal Champagne Flutes
Waterford
Price: $$$
If you’re looking for a truly indulgent gift, a pair of crystal glasses is a timeless gift. While these might not be in everyone’s budget, if you are looking for the perfect gift that she will keep for a lifetime, this is the one.
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Happily Ever After Platter
Uncommon Goods
Price: $$
A cute reminder of their special day that they can see each time they entertain friends and family at home.
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Marble Wood Charcuterie Board
Engrave My Memories
Price: $$
Personalized gifts are one of our favorite ways to celebrate any special occasion, not just weddings. This charcuterie board can be engraved with your friend’s name, initials, or their special date.
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Tiled Margot Monogram Coaster
Anthropologie
Price: $
She’s about to kick off life as a married woman, so it’s the perfect time to give her kitchen a little upgrade…with personalization, of course! This tiled design also comes in a variety of kitchen dishes and tableware, too, so she can start a whole collection.
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CUstom Watercolor Portrait
Giftoholic Me
Price: $$
Sure, she will have wedding photos, but this custom watercolor painting is a beautiful and one-of-a-kind piece of artwork that she can display every day.
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Blender & Hydration Set
Beast Health
Price: $$$
As she plans the wedding, one thing is for sure: she is going to be busy. This all-in-one set is a blender and infusion kit that she can take with her to make sure that she can have her favorite healthy, delicious smoothies and drinks everywhere.
Tech Gadgets & Smart Home
Much like home decor, home and tech gadgets are always a welcome gift—especially any gift that makes her life a little easier. And, while many electronics and smart home upgrades can get pricy, it’s also easy to find small items that are useful tools that can be used while on-the-go or to unwind from the stress of wedding planning. This might even be a gift that they both can even use when they’re entertaining guests at their next party.
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Nest Thermostat
Price: $$$
Why not make the couple’s home a smart home? The Nest thermostat allows them to control the temperature in their home, wherever they are!
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Voyager Vinyl Record Player
Crosley
Price: $$
If she is a lover of all things music, why not get her a new vinyl record player? Bonus points if you add in music from her wedding day!
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Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera
Fujifilm
Price: $$$
While so many of us take all of our photos on our phones, an instant camera can be a sentimental way to capture memories in a unique way.
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Ultimate 4K Streaming Device
Roku
Price: $$
The ends of long days call for a little relaxation with a new (or favorite) show. This 4K player has all of your favorite streaming channels all together in one place.
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Touch Screen Vanity Mirror
NEZZOE
Price: $
Give her morning routine a little glow up (pun intended). This touchscreen mirror is portable, too!
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Electric Wine Opener
Vin Fresco
Price: $
Pop the cork on your favorite bottle of wine, it’s time to celebrate!
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Ivy 2 Mini Photo Printer
Canon
Price: $$
If she still prefers to take photos on her phone and not with the instant camera above, give her a mini photo printer so that she can make copies of her favorite digital photos to share with friends!
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AirTag 4 Pack
Apple
Price: $$
Whether she puts these tracking devices in her car, her bag, or her luggage during her honeymoon, she’ll never lose track of any items again!
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Pro Portable Charger
Clutch
Price: $
Busy and on the go means that you don’t always have time to charge your phone. Keep her powered as she goes with this portable charge.
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SoundLink Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker
Bose
Price: $$
If you’re already thinking ahead to the partying and festivities, this mini Bluetooth speaker can be taken just about anywhere with premium sound.
Self-Care & Homebody Gifts
We’ll say it again—for most, the whirlwind between getting engaged and walking down the aisle is anxiety-inducing. However, it doesn’t have to be! One of the best gifts to give during this time is anything that helps them unwind, reset, and relax. Recharging before the next jam-packed day will help everyone to feel calmer and more in control as the day draws near. And, for those that are introverts or homebodies, this can be a time when they are handling an extraordinary amount of stress as they are likely well outside of their comfort zone. Make it a little easier on them, too, by reminding them to take time for themselves.
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Bamboo Sheet Set
Bedsure
Price: $
A good night’s sleep is more important now than ever. Help her stay rested with these lightweight, breathable sheets made with bamboo!
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‘Midnight In Paris’ Candle
Hotel Collection
Price: $
This candle smells like sweet romance! Or, it just might be a reminder of her honeymoon destination.
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‘In My Engaged Era’ Glass Tumbler
Retro Gift Shoppe
Price: $
This custom glass tumbler makes it easy to sip on water all day long. Plus, it’s an easy way to subtly show off her ring as she holds it!
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DIY Organic Bath Bomb Kit
Uncommon Goods
Price: $
We could all use a little relaxation, but a bride definitely can! This DIY kit can also be the perfect activity to disconnect from her electronics and find a little zen.
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Satin Pajama Set
Ekouaer
Price: $
These silky pajamas can be an upgrade to a pair that she already has at home, or part of a matching set for the bachelorette or wedding party.
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Calming Lavender Bubble Bath
The Honest Company
Price: $
If she doesn’t want to make her own bath bombs, make it as easy as possible to get a little relaxation in her tub. Lavender is a great fragrance to unwind with after a tiresome day.
Still Don’t Know What To Get?
Just because we were able to put our gift ideas into neat little categories, it doesn’t mean that choosing a gift for a newly engaged friend can always be that simple. If you are struggling with a unique gift idea, or simply picking out something for the person who is impossible to shop for, these options might just be the inspiration that you need!
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‘Omg! You’re Engaged!’ Candle
Sweet Water Decor
Price: $
Can you tell that we just want you to start her a candle collection?
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Matching Vows Books
MUUJEE
Price: $
This sweet wedding day gift idea is complete with his-and-hers matching books that they can each write down their special vows in. After the wedding, they’ll have this memory to look back on and cherish forever.
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Wedding Budget Binder
The Blushing Hippo
Price: $
There is so much to keep track of when it comes to wedding budget planning. Keep all of your special items, expenses, budgets, and reminders in one place with this master budget binder.
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Future Mrs. BOx
Happily Chic Designs
Price: $
When you’re not sure what to get, why not get it all? This kit is the complete bride-to-be celebration set.
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A Year Of Dates Card Box
Uncommon Goods
Price: $
Our day to day routines can get hectic, and we might often forget to put extra time and care into our relationship. This card box keeps you from getting bored with the same activities or stumped with what to do on date night.
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‘I do’ Eau De Parfum
Nostalgia
Price: $
A sweet way for the bride to always reminisce on her wedding day. When she inhales this fragrance, she can be taken straight back to those exciting moments.
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Instant Bright Eye Serum
Alpyn Beauty
Price: $$
Try as we might, not every night will leave us with the eight hours that we really need. But no one else needs to know that! This bright eye serum is perfect for those mornings after a little too much celebrating or too little slumber.
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Restore 2 Bedside Sunrise Alarm Clock
Hatch
Price: $$$
If she is getting to bed on time (unlike the rest of us), upgrading her alarm clock could be the perfect idea. This sunrise alarm clock will help to wake her up gently, leaving her feeling less groggy in the morning! It’s a win-win!
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Custom Slider Bracelet
BaubleBar
Price: $
This bracelet can be a statement piece that you can get as creative with as you want! Give her a bracelet with her nickname, her new last name, or even a simple ‘Bride’ or ‘Engaged’ phrase.
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Party Machine Karaoke Microphone
Singing Machine
Price: $
We can already see her singing! This microphone is perfect for a silly bachelorette game, a funny reception activity, or at any party she’s hosting!
