A Few Of My Favorite Things...

Each season brings new and exciting ideas/items for those planning wedding celebrations. Just when you think you've seen it all, something new knocks you out of your comfort zone. But I just love new ideas for ways to make your wedding really special. And the way to do that is to find favors/gifts/touches that are wonderfully unpredictable!

These are a few of my favorite things...

Postcup™ by bailey doesn't bark

Such a cute idea for bridesmaid gifts. These white porcelain cups are decorated with “postcard” design, where your custom message and the recipient's address are painted on. What a perfect way to say "thank you" and make each of your bridesmaids feel appreciated.

Save The Date Cookies by The Flour Pot Cookies

Now this isn't your average save-the-date magnet. Each recipient will literally be in for a treat as each cookie is personalized with your wedding date and wrapped in a cello bag with a festive raffia tie.

Crystal Diamond Paperweight by Z Gallerie

These oversized crystal paperweights will shimmer brightly on any surface. They're presented in a square black box with black satin lining. Any bride-to-be would LOVE one.

Leather Wrap Traveler's Journal by Barnes & Noble

If you're doing a travel theme, this might be a good gift idea for you. Furthermore, this luxurious leather journal is the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates the finer things in life. What better way to keep track of all of adventures and discoveries?

Shout-Out Tees by The Names Brand

These t-shirts are pretty cool and can be personalized according to the recipient's favorite sports team, politicians, bands, movies, video games alter egos, etc. In this case, the pictured item would be perfect for my husband who's a die-hard Pittsburgh Steelers fan.

Aluminum Water Bottles by Beau-Coup

Give these as gifts to keep your wedding party healthy and hydrated on your big day - and every day.

Monthly Cocktail Subscriptions by Stirrings

Sign someone up for six months of stupendous cocktails! With this delicious and luxurious gift, you or your lucky recipient will receive a full-size, 32 oz Cocktail Mixer, complementary Rimmer® Garnish, and a recipe card each month, for 6 months.

An Old-Fashioned Treat by Ronnybrook Farm Dairy

A really cute and really thoughtful take-home favor...cookies and milk! It's a no brainer. And these glass bottles are very charming. Everyone will be impressed. Photo courtesy of Brides.com

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by Rashana Anderson
Founder & Managing Director, THE BRIDAL PARTY

Comments

bridechic said…

You've got great taste darling . .

August 25, 2009 at 1:44 PM

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