Right up there with your groom and family members, your leading ladies are some of the most important people that will be at your wedding! They’re going to be there for you every step of the way: making plans, choosing dresses, throwing a bridal shower and bachelorette party, and maybe even helping you make some wedding day decorations or helping you design the perfect reception table centerpieces. 

They’re your biggest fans and an essential part of your wedding team, so show them a little love with a gift they’ll always remember: a bridesmaid proposal box! 

Bridesmaid gift boxes have become extremely popular in the past few years as a way for brides to ask their bride tribe to join them on their special day, and for good reason! A well-curated bridesmaid proposal box shows them just how much you appreciate them and how important they are to you.

Read on to learn more about bridesmaid proposal boxes and get some amazing ideas for what to put in a bridesmaid proposal box to really wow your bridal party!

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In This Article:

What is a Bridesmaid Proposal Box?
How Much Should You Spend on Boxes for Bridesmaid Proposals?
What Do You Put in a Bridesmaid Proposal Box?
The Best Pre-Made Bridesmaid Proposal Boxes

What is a Bridesmaid Proposal Box?

A bridesmaid proposal box is a gift box with goodies and a letter or card that asks your friends, “Will you by my Bridesmaid?” While these gifts aren’t necessary, they’re a really special and fun way to ask your friends to stand by your side on this important occasion. It’s also nice to give them a gift as sort of a “thank you in advance” for them taking on the responsibility and expense of being a bridesmaid. After all, they’re going to be paying for things like dresses, shoes, jewelry, bachelorette party expenses, and potentially lodging for your wedding if it’s out of town – if you’re not footing the bill for any of those items.

How Much Should You Spend on Boxes for
Bridesmaid Proposals?

How much you spend on a bridesmaid gift box is completely up to you and your budget. There are lots of affordable options to add to your box, or you can get beautiful remade ones between $20 and $100 per box, so there really is something for everyone at every price point!

What Do You Put in a Bridesmaid Proposal Box?

While there are no rules for what to put in a bridesmaid proposal box, there are a few items that are common for brides to do. Use these ideas as inspiration and then customize your gift box as you see fit! This can mean adding pictures of your fun memories together, a personalized card, or any other items that have meaning to you and your besties.

With bridesmaid boxes, there are loads of options for every budget so you don’t need to feel pressured to break the bank. In addition to budget, you’ll also want to consider logistics: will you be hand delivering these boxes or shipping them? That might determine how big you go with your gift box and impact what you include. For example, if you’re shipping your boxes, you may not want to include a delicate item like a trinket dish unless you’re going to be wrapping and packing it safely, or you may not want to include heavier items like candles because of the increased shipping cost.

Whether you’re hand delivering or mailing your boxes, we have loads of bridesmaid box ideas that’ll work either way! Here are a few ideas on what to include in your bridesmaid box:

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A Personal Note

These are some of your very best friends, so a bridesmaid box just isn’t complete without a handwritten card. Take the time to write a personalized note to each of your bridesmaids that lets them know how important they are to you and how much you’d love to have them join you on your special day.

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A Bottle of Bubbly (Or sparkling water)

Nothing says “Let’s Celebrate!” like a mini bottle of champagne (or wine or similar sparkling beverage). Grab a few from your local store to put in your boxes so that your bridesmaids can celebrate when they get their gift box. Even better, have a virtual happy hour with all your girls when they receive their gift boxes!

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Personalized Pajamas

You’ve probably seen all of the adorable pictures of brides and their crew in personalized pajamas getting ready for their wedding day festivities or on bachelorette weekend. PJ’s are the perfect gift to give because they’re great for memorable photos, and can be worn again in the future! You have a few options for this idea: you can get cute matching sets, pajamas that say “bridesmaids” or something similar, or fully customized pajamas with their names or initials. 

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Personalized Robes

Similar to the personalized pajamas, robes are a super popular option to include in a bridesmaid gift box and are perfect for getting ready photos! Bridesmaids love having these robes on the day of the wedding so they can do their hair and makeup without getting anything on their clothes or bridesmaid dresses, and they make for fabulous pictures that you can cherish forever.

Order simple matching silk or terrycloth robes for your crew, bride and corresponding bridesmaid robes, or go all out with personalized robes that have their names or initials on them!

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Nail Polish

Pretty nails are a must for your wedding day, and are fun to have any other time! Give your girls the gift of beautiful nails with a pretty shade that matches or compliments your wedding color palette, or pick individual colors based on their personality.

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Sweets & Treats

Everyone loves to get a special treat, after all who doesn’t have a sweet tooth every now and again? Add some of these fun treat ideas to your box to fill up the space and give your recipients something delicious that they wouldn’t normally buy for themselves.

Special Treat Ideas:

• Champagne gummy bears
• Crumbl cookies
• Truffle chocolates or other gourmet chocolate
• Bridesmaid Macaroons
• Cake pops
• Personalized candy

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Bath Bombs

Pamper your bridesmaids with the perfect gift: bath bombs! Grab ones that are individually packaged and add them to your box so your ladies can take a relaxing bath after a long day.  You can even get ones that are bridesmaid themed like these!

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Travel Tumblers

Make sure your bridesmaids are ready to enjoy vino or White Claws on the go with a customized travel tumbler! You can get wine sized tumblers, taller ones for coffee or other beverages, or even ones that hold a whole can of White Claw or other sparkling drink. These are perfect for future use (yay, we love a gift that you can keep using long after the big day!) and for the bachelorette weekend festivities.

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Friendship Bracelets

Remember how special it was to receive a friendship bracelet when you were younger? Try this modern take on it by giving one to your bridesmaids! Friendship bracelets are cute and nostalgic and are a great addition to your gift box. Have them made with their initials, both your initials, or their name – we love these ones!

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Candles

Another relaxing idea, add a pretty jar candle to your bridesmaid box. Every time they light it, they’ll think of you! Get your favorite scents and send them, or order custom ones on Etsy to make them feel extra special.

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Trinket Dishes

Anyone can appreciate a pretty trinket dish! These adorable dishes are perfect for earrings, rings, or even keys – so many uses!

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Monogram Makeup Bags

This adorable idea isn’t incredibly common and we think it should be! Not only is their makeup bag something they use probably daily, but a chic, monogram one will probably be a welcome replacement.

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Cozy Slippers

Make your bridesmaids feel like they’re living in luxury while getting ready for your wedding (and any other day) with come flippers. Cute, cozy ones are always good but you can also take it a step further with customized slippers!

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Bridal Socks

Ask your bridesmaids to join you on your special day with these adorable socks! Not only are they cozy, but they’re perfect for getting ready pictures or at the bachelorette party.

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Customized Champagne Flutes

Make it easy for your bridesmaids to celebrate you with pretty, customized champagne flutes! These are an adorable addition to your gift box and really pop when they open up your gift!

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Custom Sunglasses

This is a great idea if you’re having a bachelorette party in a sunny or beachy location, and they make for really cute pictures!

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Chic Sleep Masks

Everyone needs good sleep, help your ladies out with these pretty bridesmaid sleep masks! It’s practical and feels luxurious.

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Personalized Necklaces

Get your bridesmaids a beautiful gift they can appreciate again and again with a personalized necklace! These even come in beautiful gift boxes so you can add them to a larger proposal box, or gift them on their own.

The Best Pre-Made Bridesmaid Proposal Boxes

Don’t want to go through the work of picking out every individual item? We don’t blame you! Make it easy with these beautiful pre-made bridesmaid proposal boxes.