The best bridal party jewellery gifts are pieces that suit the day and carry on being worn long after it. Pearls are the classic choice for bridesmaids, a birthstone makes each gift personal, and for the mothers of the bride and groom a piece that holds the family's birthstones says thank you in a way they will treasure.
Jewellery gifts for bridesmaids
Bridesmaid jewellery has two jobs: it needs to look right with the dresses and in the photos, and it should be something each person will wear again. Simple, timeless pieces do both.
- Pearl studs or huggies: the most versatile choice, and they work with every neckline and hairstyle. See our freshwater pearl studs and pearl mini hoop huggies.
- A pearl bracelet: delicate enough for the day, easy to wear afterwards. Try the freshwater pearl bridesmaid bracelet.
- Her birthstone: a mini heart necklace or a bangle in each bridesmaid's own stone turns a matching gift into a personal one. Find every month in our birthstone jewellery.
If you want everyone to match but still feel personal, choose the same design in each bridesmaid's birthstone. They will look coordinated in the photos, and each will know her piece was chosen for her.
A gift for the maid of honour
Your maid of honour has usually been there for everything, so her gift can be a little different. Choose her birthstone, a heart necklace, or a piece that marks your friendship, and add a handwritten note about why you asked her. Our gift notes are free on every website order.
Jewellery for the mother of the bride and groom
For mothers, the most meaningful gifts usually represent the family. A necklace with the birthstones of her children is something she can wear on the day and keep for years.
- The Camelia necklace: our Personalised Birthstone Charm Camelia Necklace carries a birthstone for each of her children.
- Pearls: a pearl T-bar necklace or pearl drop earrings are elegant with any outfit.
- Mother and daughter pieces: matching pieces for the bride and her mum, from our mother and daughter jewellery.
When to give bridal party gifts
Most brides give jewellery on the morning of the wedding, so it can be worn on the day and appear in the photos. Others give it at the hen party or a bridal party dinner. If the pieces are to be worn on the day, order a few weeks ahead so there is time for any changes.
Making it a gift
Every order arrives ready to give. For £5 at checkout, luxury gift packaging adds a gift bag with ribbon, a polishing cloth and a warranty card, and you can add a free personalised note. See all bridesmaid gifts and wedding gifts, or let our Gift Finder suggest a piece.
Quick answers
What jewellery do you give bridesmaids?
Pearls are the classic choice: studs, huggies or a delicate pearl bracelet that goes with any dress. Many brides also choose each bridesmaid's birthstone, so every gift is personal.
When should you give bridesmaids their jewellery?
Most brides give it on the morning of the wedding so it can be worn on the day, or at a hen party or bridal party dinner beforehand.
Should bridesmaids' jewellery match?
It does not have to. Matching pearls look polished in photos, while a different birthstone for each bridesmaid makes every gift personal. A mix of both, the same design in different stones, works well.
What do you give the mother of the bride?
A piece that represents the family: a necklace with the birthstones of her children, or a pearl piece she can wear on the day and long after.
What do you give the maid of honour?
Something a little different from the other bridesmaids, such as her birthstone, a heart necklace or a piece she would choose for herself, with a handwritten note.
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