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| Typical costs: | - A basic bridesmaid gift -- for example, a book or DVD, a box of truffles, a French press, or an engraved picture frame with photo -- costs $20 to $50.
- A typical bridesmaid gift --designer earrings or a simple gold necklace, a pair of silk pajamas or a robe or an iPod Shuffle -- costs $50 to $100.
- A spa gift certificate a wine-of-the-month club, a large gourmet gift basket, or a cooking class or hot air balloon ride -- costs $100 to $150 and up.
- For more ideas, Gifts.com offers top gift picks for bridesmaids in various categories: chocolate and gourmet gift boxes and baskets, personalized items, jewelry, clothing, electronics and spa-related gifts. SignatureDays.com can be searched based on price and the recipient's personality type.
- TheKnot.com offers a list of gifts bought by real brides.
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| What should be included: | - The gifts usually are presented to the bridesmaids at the rehearsal dinner or on the morning of the wedding day. It is a good idea to take a few minutes privately with each bridesmaid to thank her for participating in the wedding.
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| Additional costs: | - Professional gift wrapping, or gift wrap and ribbons, will cost $3 to $15 extra for each gift.
- Personalization of the gift -- such as engraving -- usually costs extra, probably less that $10.
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Article updated July 2007 |
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