When you get invited to a wedding, there are plenty of celebrations leading up to the happy couple’s big day—including the bridal shower. Many brides-to-be have registries that make it easy to select the perfect gift, but you may also want to surprise her with something thoughtful and unique. From a luxurious silk robe to a personalized gold necklace, the best bridal shower gifts make the bride feel extra special ahead of her wedding day.
When picking out a gift, it’s important to think about the soon-to-be wife’s personality. If she’s eager to wear anything emblazoned with “Mrs.” or her brand new initials, chances are, she’ll swoon over a wedding-themed gift. On the other hand, some brides would rather receive a practical present that they and their future spouses can use together, like a monogrammable wine chiller or a fluffy set of bath towels. No matter who you’re shopping for, we’ve rounded up 46 of the most stylish (and practical) bridal shower gifts to celebrate the upcoming nuptials of any bride-to-be.
With embossed details along the cover and spine, this wedding album doubles as a sophisticated coffee table book—something the bride will want to proudly display, not tuck away on a closet shelf. It contains 30 pages of high-quality photo paper that are just waiting to be filled with all of those memories from the big day.
A Pair Of Slippers She Can Wear While Getting Ready
Patricia Green I Do Embroidered Slipper
A cozy pair of slippers is a must for the bride while she gets her hair and makeup done. These whimsical velour slippers are embroidered with the phrase “I Do,” making them even more appropriate for bridal shower gifting. They’re so comfy, she might just have to pack them on her honeymoon.
An Iconic Tumbler With A Glossy Finish
Stanley Quencher H2.O FlowState Tumbler (40-Ounce)
The ultra-popular Stanley Quencher will keep the bride-to-be hydrated between cake tastings, dress fittings and vendor meetings. This particular design is sure to be a hit—the classic cream hue is perfectly complemented by a geometric gold pattern. A glossy finish makes this cup feel way more sophisticated than your average tumbler.
A Delightful Sampling Of Sweet Candies
Sugarfina Sweet & Sparkling Candy Bento Box
Sure, she may be getting her fill of wedding cake, but any bride with a sweet tooth will appreciate a special treat that’s just for her. Sugarfina’s Sweet & Sparkling gift set features three types of the brand’s signature candy, including its iconic Champagne-flavored gummy bears.
A Keepsake Journal With Thoughtful Questions
One Question A Day For Newlyweds: A Journal For The First Year Of Marriage
Wedding planning can be a whirlwind experience; this in-depth journal gives couples a chance to reflect and reminisce on how it all unfolded. Beginning with January 1, the book provides one conversation-starting question a day. Once they’ve completed the journal, they’ll have a special keepsake on their hands.
A Special Hanger For Her Most Important Dress
PrintSmitten Customized Wedding Dress Hanger
This high-quality wooden hanger adds a little extra personality to the bride’s wedding dress—plus, it serves as a unique keepsake once the big day is over. Custom engraving displays her new last name in a whimsically elegant cursive font, along with her wedding date.
A Bottle Of Crisp White Wine
Avaline Sauvignon Blanc
You can’t go wrong with gifting a bottle of wine (in fact, it’s a nice addition to any other present you were already planning to give). Avaline’s newest blend is a crisp and organic Sauvignon Blanc, and it’s sure to please any bride whose favorite hour is happy hour.
A Very Lovely Frame
Kate Spade New York With Love Picture Frame
With a knotted heart at its center, this two-tone frame is inspired by Kate Spade’s “Love Me Knot” jewelry collection—and it’s a fitting gift for any bride. The white enamel and gold-plated design is the perfect spot for the betrothed couple to display a photo from their engagement shoot or, of course, their wedding day.
Best Bridal Shower Gifts For Home
A Monogrammed Marble Wine Chiller
Mark & Graham Wood And Marble Wine Chiller
This Mark & Graham wine chiller will delight the bride who likes to unwind with a nice cold glass of sauvignon blanc or rosé. It’ll go with any décor, thanks to a decidedly neutral wood base that balances the rest of the polished marble design. Best of all, you can have it engraved with the couple’s initials for a personalized touch.
A Pretty Pastel Decanter
Estelle Colored Glass Tinted Glass Decanter
There’s a reason why Estelle Colored Glass is such a hit—and while many pieces from the brand would make a perfect bridal shower gift, you just can’t go wrong with this decanter. Available in eight soft shades of tinted glass, it features a crystal-effect stopper and is begging to be put on display.
A Sweet Pair Of Champagne Flutes
Wedgwood Vera Wang Love Knots Toasting Flutes
What better way to “cheers” the happy couple than a pair of toasting flutes? Made from crystal and sterling silver, this elegant set from Wedgwood’s Vera Wang Love Knots collection is a perfect choice for the newlyweds’ fancier date nights at home.
A Love-Inspired Candle
Harlem Candle Co. Love By James Baldwin Candle
This candle will be a hit with any bride who’s a true romantic at heart. The vessel itself features James Baldwin’s quote “Love brought you here” from his novel and film If Beale Street Could Talk, and it has notes of crisp apple, spicy clove, lush rose and smoky sandalwood. Once it’s fully burned down, she can use it as a cocktail glass.