What to put in a Bridesmaid Proposal Box: Best Gifts for Bridesmaids

What to put in a Bridesmaid Proposal Box: Everything I’m giving my Bridesmaids

Putting together my bridesmaids proposal boxes (well tote bags) has been one of my favorite parts of wedding planning! Actually, there’s so many things that I’ve loved doing throughout our wedding planning process, but this is definitely up there!

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It’s been so fun finding the gifts that I want to include in the boxes and planning out how I’m going to ask everyone. I’m planning to host a Bridesmaids Proposal Dinner this month that’s going to be Amalfi Coast/Positano themed. Think blue, white and lemons! I thought this would be a fun way for all the bridesmaids to get to know each other. I’ll insert some photos from the Italian-inspired dinner here!

For now, I’m going to share some ideas on what to put in a bridesmaid proposal box, all the gifts I’m giving my bridesmaids, and a final look at the tote bags I put together!

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What to put in a Bridesmaid Proposal Box

I’m going to share everything that I included in each bridesmaid proposal gift box below. I wanted to make these extra, extra special to show each bridesmaid how much they mean to me and how grateful I am for their friendship.

I wanted to include some of my favorite things and a few beauty and self care items that they could use over and over again.

The Boxes

Let’s start with the boxes! I went back and forth between doing boxes or tote bags. I know gift boxes are more traditional, this is what almost everyone does when proposing to their wedding party. But, I really wanted all the gifts to be practical and useful outside of all the wedding festivities, including the boxes.

I knew I didn’t want to do a traditional gift box since those usually just get thrown out afterwards, so I considered using clear acrylic bins (these Amazon storage containers are surprisingly very affordable) or medium sized shoe boxes from the Container Store.

Then, I found these adorable personalized burlap tote bags from Wedding Favorites! Which, if you’re a bride, you HAVE to check out their website. They have the cutest gifts and accessories for your big day!

I decided to go with the totes because I know the girls will be able to use them over and over again throughout the Summer, for the bachelorette party, on the wedding day, etc. I also ordered these cute little pom poms to hang on the tote bags to dress them up a bit!

Bridesmaid Proposal Card

I’ll insert a photo below of the bridesmaid proposal cards that I made for each of my bridesmaids. I was originally looking on Etsy for a template that I could use, but I didn’t find any that I really loved. So, I decided to make my own on Canva.

I loved the idea of having a little calendar on the card with our wedding date, and then also leaving room on the back to write a personal note!

I’ve also seen really cute cards that have your wedding date, the venue, wedding colors, bridesmaids dress info and all the wedding details on it. I thought about doing that, however we don’t have our colors solidified or the dress details nailed down yet!

Personalized Glass Tumblers

How cute are these iced coffee glasses!? I had the tumblers personalized with each bridesmaid’s name in white vinyl and they turned out SO good. I chose to add on the bamboo lid and clear straw too! This is another gift that the girls can use outside of the wedding in their daily lives!

What to put in a bridesmaid proposal box

Ruffled Robes

I knew I wanted to include some sort of getting ready robe or pajama set, and I ultimately decided on the robes, because sizing was easier! It’s just one size fits all and will work for everyone. I went with the Dusty Rose ruffled robes – they are so, so cute! The quality is great on these – I have the same exact ruffled robe in white for myself!

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First Aid Beauty Smoothing Body Lotion

Like I mentioned, I wanted to include gifts that the girls can use during and after the wedding, and I thought this smoothing body lotion would be PERFECT. I’ve been using this lotion for years and it’s incredible! It smooths out all the bumps and lines on your skin.. it’s actually crazy!

I use it daily in the Summer when I’m wearing shorts or swimsuits. I love how smooth it makes my thighs, butt and legs!

Kitsch Satin Scrunchies Set

Then, I got each of the girls a set of ultra petite satin scrunchies from Kitsch. These are my fave! They’re so gentle on your hair and don’t cause any creasing! I always hate when I throw my hair up in a ponytail and when I take it down I have tons of creases.

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Tarte Maracuja Juicy Lip Plump

Love, love, love Tarte! It’s my favorite makeup brand. I use their juicy lip plump, mascara and shape tape every day. I wanted to include a few makeup products that my bridesmaids could use on the wedding day and for events leading up to it.

I included Tarte’s Juicy Lip Plump in shade Peachy Beige. It leaves your lips feeling so soft, plump and hydrated without the tingly feeling!

Tarte Glow Tape Highlighter

This is one of Tarte’s newer products and I LOVE it! It is so easy to apply and gives you a subtle sun kissed glow! I gave each bridesmaid the shade Pearl Glow. It’s on the lighter side, but it’s very buildable if you want more of that glow! I love this one because it doesn’t look glittery/shimmery – just very natural!

You can apply a few dots to your cheekbones and gently blend it out with your fingers. I also apply it down the bridge of my nose, underneath my brows and above my cupid’s bow.

Kitsch Satin Pillowcase

Satin pillowcases have so many benefits for your hair and skin! They help reduce hair breakage and frizz, so you won’t wake up with bedhead, they prevent those awful sleep lines on your face, they reduce acne, AND the pillow stays cool all night long!

I gave each bridesmaid the standard/queen size satin pillowcase in Ivory. There are so many colors to choose from, even a cute leopard print, but I thought the white would match anything!

Patchology Rose Eye Gels

These are my favorite eye gels! I use them 2-3x a week for an extra boost of hydration in the morning! They’re filled with hyaluronic acid, healthy antioxidants and strawberry extract which help reduce under eye puffiness, dark circles and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity, and leave your eye area feeling refreshed and more awake!

I store my eye gels in the fridge for an added cooling effect, but you don’t have to. It’s honestly a personal preference! They’re just as effective not refrigerated! I ordered 4 boxes of the 5 pack of eye gels and gave each bridesmaid 2 pairs!

Mixhers hertime PMS Support Drink

These all-natural PMS support drink mixes are so good – strawberry lemonade is my favorite! They’re a daily nutritional supplement that helps support your hormone health, they ease bloating, soothe cramps, level mood swings, and support your normal cycle. You just mix one packet with a glass of water! It’s seriously a game changer.

All the ingredients are 100% natural and plant-based, gluten free, there are no artificial colors or flavors, and contain no sugar. I love these so much and I thought all my bridesmaids would enjoy them too!

So that’s everything that I included in my bridesmaids tote bags! I filmed some videos putting together all the bags that you can view here! I LOVE how they turned out.

Other bridesmaid gifts to include in your proposal boxes:

Here are a few other small gifts and accessories that you can add to your bridesmaid boxes that your bridesmaids will actually use.

lip balm
personalized jewelry box
compact mirror
hair ties
claw clips – these large claw clips are great for thick hair
jewelry tray
champagne flutes
bath bombs or bath salts
face mask
personalized dress hanger
coffee mug
makeup bag – these letter patch travel bags are our favorite!
candle tin
wine tumbler
fuzzy slippers – here’s an affordable personalized pair!
bottle of wine

When thinking about gift ideas for your bride tribe, consider items that you’d want to receive if you were being asked to be a bridesmaid. I personally wouldn’t want anything that says “bridesmaid” directly on it because I probably won’t use it after the wedding.

You don’t have to go crazy with gifts! Just pick a few small items or accessories that your future bridesmaids can use during and after your big day.

Maybe it’s a pair of dainty earrings the girls can wear, or a few of your favorite beauty products they can use for the bridal shower, bachelorette and wedding day. Or some non-personalized fuzzy slippers that they can wear while getting ready the morning of, and after! Or if you’re having a destination wedding, you could include a personalized passport holder!

There are so many creative ways you can ask your girls and I hope this post gave you some unique and thoughtful gift ideas! I’ll be sharing more photos and videos of my bridesmaid proposal on Instagram!

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