Creative Ways To Thank Your Bridesmaids

How to Say Thank You to Your Bridesmaids

Being a bridesmaid is a big deal. It's not just about looking good in a dress; it's about providing emotional and practical support to the bride in the stressful period leading up to the wedding and on the big day itself. So, if you've been lucky enough to have some amazing women by your side, here are some ideas on how to say thank you and show your appreciation.

Write a heartfelt message

Let your bridesmaids know how much their presence and support meant to you and how crucial they were in making your day so special. Don't hold back – speak from the heart and be sentimental. You could say something like:

> I am so happy that you agreed to be my bridesmaid, and I want you to know that having you at my wedding blessed my day and made it more perfect than I could ever have hoped. I appreciate everything that you have done for me and thank you for helping me make my dreams come true.

Add some humour

If you and your bridesmaids appreciate a good laugh, you could send them a funny card to thank them for dealing with your bridezilla moments, or for wearing an ugly dress without complaining too much! You could include a funny quote, such as:

> You think your friends have good taste in fashion until they ask you to wear an ugly bridesmaid dress! – Wendi McLendon-Covey

Give a gift

You could also add a small gift to make your thank you extra special, such as a bottle of bubbly, some flowers, or something luxurious to pamper your bridesmaids.

Say it with a photo

Include a photo (or two) of you and your bridesmaids on your big day to make your thank you card even more personal and special.

Thank you for being my bridesmaid

Being a bridesmaid is a huge honour and privilege. It's also a massive commitment of your time and sometimes money. So, it's important to thank your bridesmaids for all their support, care, and help. Here are some ideas for how to say "Thank you for being my bridesmaid":

Heartfelt Messages

• "I am so, so happy that you agreed to be my bridesmaid and I want you to know that having you at my wedding blessed my day, making it more perfect than I could ever have hoped. I appreciate everything that you have done for me and thank you for helping me make my dreams come true."
• "You were the most wonderful and perfect bridesmaid and friend any bride could have hoped for. Thank you so much for being part of my wedding and helping make it such a special day for me and [name of groom]."
• "Thank you so much for being my matron of honour; I will never forget your amazing friendship and support on my journey to the altar. You were the most perfect matron of honour that any bride could have had and I truly don’t know what I would have done without you."
• "Thank you so much for standing by my side while I said, 'I do.' Your support, care, and help have meant the world to me."
• "Thank you for being my bridesmaid. I will never forget your enthusiastic support and the fun-loving energy you brought to my special day."
• "I am so grateful to you for playing such an important role in my wedding. Every time I looked at you, you gave me such a big, beautiful, encouraging smile."
• "Thank you, a million times over, for being the best bridesmaid a girl could wish for. I can’t wait to watch you walk down the aisle later this year."
• "You have no idea how much having you in my bridal party meant to me. Thank you for all your kind words and the sound advice on my wedding day."
• "Thank you for being part of my wonderful bridal squad. Love y’all so much."
• "Thank you for being such an important part of my bridal brigade!"
• "You were the life of the party, but you always knew how to keep things from getting out of hand."
• "What would we have done without you? Thank you for your calm, cool, and collected manner—which you managed to maintain even in the most stressful moments."
• "Thank you for holding my train, fixing my hair, and reassuring me that everything would be okay. You were the epitome of the perfect bridesmaid, and I don’t know how I’ll ever repay you."
• "How on earth did I get so lucky? I got to marry the man of my dreams with my best friend by my side. Thanks for all your love and support on my big day."
• "Oh, I wish we could do it all again! I had the best day of my life, and it wouldn’t have been nearly as special without you beside me in that bridesmaid dress."
• "Thank you, dearest bridesmaid, for tolerating the bridezilla I became. You’re a goddess for putting up with me."
• "Thank you for being the Monica to my Rachel and the Serena to my Blair…I could never have done it without you."

Funny Messages

• "Well, my hair caught fire, my dress ripped, the ringbearer dropped the rings… but we got there in the end! Thank you for calming me down and encouraging me to see the funny side of things when everything was going wrong. You were a godsend!"
• "Well… we were certainly ready to PARTAAAAAAY! Thank you for celebrating all the highs (and helping me through all the lows) of my journey down the aisle."
• "Thank you for all your love and support… and if this whole marriage business turns out to be a mistake, at least it’s one we made together."
• "Thank you so much for putting up with all that wedding BS."
• "Thank you for tolerating the terrible dress I put you in just so you couldn’t look hotter than me on my wedding day."
• "Bridesmaid for a day, soul sister for life."
• "I literally can’t [without you]… thank you for being my bridesmaid."
• "I think we both know the wheels would have fallen off without you. So, thank you, thank you, thank you, etc. to the best bridesmaid ever."
• "Just imagine what a disaster my big day would have been without you. Thank you for helping me avoid trainwreck central and getting me safely down the aisle."
• "Thank you for being my literal rock on my wedding day (and for letting me cut off your circulation squeezing your hand before I walked down the aisle)."

Quotes

• "Many people will walk in and out of your life, but only true friends will leave footprints on your heart." – Eleanor Roosevelt
• "You are the sister I chose."
• "Friendship isn’t about whom you have known the longest… it’s about who came into your life and never left your side." – Mikaela Tiu
• "Thank you for being the wind beneath my wings on my wedding day."
• "It’s not that diamonds are a girl’s best friend, but it’s your best friends who are your diamonds." – Gina Barreca
• "Life is better with your bridesmaids by your side."
• "Some people go to priests; others to poetry; I to my friends." – Virginia Woolf
• "Women instinctually know how to nourish each other, and just being with each other is restorative." – Tanja Taaljard

Bridesmaid proposal

A bridesmaid proposal is a special moment and there are many ways to make it memorable. Here are some ideas to ask your friends to be your bridesmaids and show them how much you value them:

Gifts

You could give your bridesmaids a special gift to commemorate the occasion. This could be something personalised, like a piece of jewellery, or a fun keepsake. You could also opt for a loaded gift box with treats inside. Some ideas for gifts include:

• A custom puzzle with a message asking your friend to be your bridesmaid
• A candle with a message
• A personalised wine glass
• A hand-drawn print
• A custom makeup kit
• A silk robe
• A compact mirror
• A scented candle
• A necklace

Cards

If you'd like to ask your friends to be your bridesmaids with a card, you could send them a heartfelt, handwritten note. You could also include a poem or a funny message. Some ideas for cards include:

• A simple, elegant card with a heartfelt message
• A funny card
• A scratch card
• A card with a ribbon
• A card with a silk ribbon

Other Ideas

If you'd like to do something a little different, you could try one of these ideas:

• A custom newspaper with a message
• A video message
• A gift box with a satin robe, champagne, hair ties, hand lotion, lip balm and tissues
• A gift box with a proposal card, artificial roses, hair ties, a wine tumbler and a champagne bottle label

Thank you gifts

There are many ways to thank your bridesmaids for their support and presence on your wedding day. Here are some thoughtful gift ideas to show your gratitude:

Bubbly

A bottle of champagne or sparkling wine is a classic way to say thank you. It can be a nice gesture to toast with your bridesmaids and celebrate the successful wedding and your ongoing friendship.

Flowers

A bouquet of flowers is always a lovely gift and can be a great way to show your appreciation. You could even personalise the bouquet by choosing flowers that match your wedding colours or the bridesmaids' dresses.

Pampering treats

Give your bridesmaids the gift of relaxation with some luxurious pampering treats. This could be a spa voucher, a set of indulgent bath products, or a selection of scented candles. This is a great way to help them unwind after all their hard work in the wedding preparations.

Sentimental gifts

A heartfelt gift can be a wonderful way to express your gratitude. This could be a personalised photo frame with a picture of you and your bridesmaid, a custom piece of jewellery, or a handwritten letter expressing your thanks.

Gift cards

If you're not sure what to get your bridesmaids, a gift card can be a great option. This allows them to choose something they really want or need. You could consider a gift card for a spa, their favourite store, or even a prepaid visa card.

Personalised gifts

Personalised gifts add a special touch and show that you've put thought into the gift. This could be a monogrammed robe, a custom piece of jewellery with their initials, or a photo album filled with pictures of your favourite memories together.

Social media posts

Post 1:

"To my bridesmaids, thank you for being by my side on my wedding day. Your presence and support mean the world to me, and I am forever grateful for your love and friendship. Cheers to many more memories together!"

Post 2:

"I feel so blessed to have had my bridesmaids by my side on my wedding day! They were a constant source of love, laughter, and support throughout the entire journey. Thank you for making my big day so special and for being the best bridesmaids I could have ever asked for!"

Post 3:

"I want to give a huge shoutout to my amazing bridesmaids! Your hard work and dedication leading up to the wedding and on the big day itself did not go unnoticed. Thank you for going above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. I am forever grateful for your extraordinary efforts!"

Post 4:

"My bridesmaids were truly the unsung heroes of my wedding day! From calming my pre-wedding jitters to fixing my dress and giving me their unwavering support, they made the day stress-free and enjoyable. Thank you for being my rock and for making my vision come to life. I couldn't have done it without you!"

Post 5:

"I just wanted to take a moment to thank my incredible bridesmaids! Their beauty and elegance added a touch of grace and sophistication to my special day. They were a constant source of positivity and enthusiasm, ensuring that the day was filled with fun and laughter. Thank you for being a part of my bridal party and for making my wedding day even more magical!"

Pre-wedding events

There are many ways to thank your bridesmaids before your wedding day. Here are some ideas for pre-wedding events:

Gifts

A small gift is a thoughtful way to thank your bridesmaids and make them smile. You could give them something luxurious to pamper themselves with, a bottle of bubbly, or some flowers. If you want to give them something to remember the big day, you could gift them a bouquet of the same flowers or colour as your wedding centrepieces.

Cards

Sending a personalised thank-you card to each of your bridesmaids is a great way to express your gratitude. You can write something from the heart, such as emphasising how much their presence means to you and how crucial they were in making the day run smoothly. If you want to add a lighthearted touch, you could recall funny moments from the planning stages or the big day itself.

Pre-wedding celebrations

If your bridesmaids are hosting pre-wedding celebrations like a bridal shower or bachelorette party, you can thank them for their efforts by giving a speech at these events. You could also bring gifts to these celebrations to show your appreciation.

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