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Choosing your bridesmaids can often be one of the most difficult tasks when planning a wedding, especially if you have a large group of friends. Trying not to hurt friends' or family's feelings can be agonising but know that whoever you choose, they're the best people to be by your side on your big day. 

And of course, the best deserve the best which is why we've put together this edit of our favourite bridesmaid gifts, swerving the 'cheesy' mark and hitting the chic and timeless sweet spot just right.

Jo Malone English Pear & Fresia Cologne, £48

From the queen of gift-giving, that yellow-hued cream box and black ribbon epitomises luxurious gifting.

Leather Personalised Jewellery Case, from £70

Beautiful jewellery deserves a beautiful home and we’ve found the perfect one! With luxurious contrasting velvet lining and a soft leather exterior, this jewellery case is a must have for city-breaks and beach holidays alike. You can even have it personalised.

Lacquered Twisted Candles, £6.50 per candle

The lacquered twisted candle trend is not going away any time soon and what a lovely gift to add a little bit of chic to your table.

Lisa Hardy Artwork at Partnership Editions, £60

Wy not treat your best girls to an original piece of artwork. We love these floral pieces from Lisa Hardy which could resemble the flowers from your wedding.

Silk Eye Mask, £40

Who doesn’t love a little bit of shut eye and these silky soft masks will help your bridesmaids get the best nights sleep. She’ll need it after your wedding!

Alphabet Brush Pot from Pentreath & Hall, £40

These alphabet brush pots from interior gurus Ben Pentreath and Birdie Hall make for the perfect personalised gift. We love the ‘L’ of course!

The White Company Silver Plated Photo Frame, £35

In the age of the iPhone it’s very rare that we actually take the time to print photos and frame them so why not frame a photo of you and your bridesmaid(s) as a keepsake?

Champagne Coupe Pair, £40

Marie Antoinette has a lot to answer for, particularly her left breast on which champagne coupe glasses are based on. The add a serious touch of je ne sais quoi to your bubbles.

Celeste Starre Aphrodite necklace, £70

What better present than the ‘Goddess of Love.’ You can never have too many gold chain necklaces.

Leather AirPod Case, £30

AirPods were one of the most popular products of 2020 and this personalised leather case adds a little touch of chic.

Olive Tree, £58

The Olive Tree historically symbolises friendship and who doesn’t love a touch of the mediterranean in their garden?

Zodiac Candle, £28

Inspired by beautiful blue and white Chinese ceramics, these Zodiac candles are delicately scented and feature a raised royal blue motif with luxury gold foil border.

Rose quartz personalised bracelet, £46

We love these bespoke rose quartz crystal healing bracelets from T Balance. Rose Quartz is the stone of universal love. It restores trust and harmony in relationships, encouraging unconditional love.

Ceramic Shell Vase, £22

Scallops and shell interiors are here to stay and we love this cute little vase to bring a touch of the coast into any home.

Matilda Goad Scalloped Tole Small Plater, £36

For your green-fingered friends. We love these Matilda Goad scallop-edge planters which are perfect for indoor plants, herbs or a beautiful waste paper bin.

TOP 5 PICKS

• Letter ‘L’ Alphabet Brush Pot

• Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne

• Celeste Starre Aphrodite Necklace

• Rose Quartz Personalised Bracelet

What even is a Wedding Favour?

A wedding favour is generally a small token given as a gesture of gratitude to wedding guests. It's often something that fits with the wedding theme, or has personal meaning to the couple.

When done right, they add a fun and memorable touch to your big day. However, all too often they get left behind and end up in the bin the morning after.

We’ve rounded up some of our favourite ideas for wedding favours your guests will actually want to take home.

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Yep, we know. Your groom is already getting the gift of a lifetime in the form of his beautiful bride. But for those who want to get a little extra something for their husband-to-be, we’ve rounded up our favourite grooms’ gift ideas – all at under £500.

From a classic watch or wallet, to a quirky keepsake for the home, there’s something here for everyone...

Atkin & Thyme Drinks Trolley, £329

Add some Great Gatsby glamour to his all-important home bar setup with this Art Deco drinks trolley from Atkin & Thyme

Larsson & Jennings Lugano Watch, £169

We love this classic Larsson & Jennings Lugano watch (and we love the price even more!)

Bespoke Cartoon, From £175

For the ultimate bespoke gift, we love these personalised cartoon artworks from Blue Bean Cartoons. The amazing Penny will create a unique 7-10 cartoon panel to tell the story of your relationship: the perfect addition to any downstairs loo!

Alex Monroe Cufflinks, £175-£195

Whether he’s a bee lover, or a tea lover, we love these cool and quirky cufflinks from Alex Monroe

James Bond First Edition, £250

For the bookworm (or the wannabe spy), a first edition of the final James Bond book, by Ian Fleming, is sure to impress. Whilst this exact copy might be snapped up, check out Peter Harrington’s treasure trove for more ideas!

Frescobol Carioca Beach Bats, £190

For the sporty type, these Frescobol Carioca bats make the chicest addition to any beach holiday; why not add an engraving for that extra personal touch

Smythson Panama Wallet, £225 (with personalisation from £6.95 per letter)

The classic Smythson Panama wallet: what’s not to love?!

Manopoulos Backgammon Set, £153 (including personalisation)

For the big kid, invest in a sleek & sophisticated board game: this Manopoulos American walnut backgammon set, from Farrar & Tanner, wouldn’t look out of place in the chicest of showhomes

Slim Aarons Framed Photo, £450

For the art lover, this iconic Getty Images Archive Slim Aarons framed photo, available at John Lewis, is an absolute winner, is an absolute winner

L'Atelier du Vin Wine Collector's Set, £225

This wine lover’s set, available at John Lewis, includes an Oeno Motion® corkscrew plus a handy storage area for corks from all his favourite bottles (don’t forget to save a cork from the wedding day!)

Mont Blanc Meisterstück Fountain Pen, £455 (including personalisation)

A timeless classic, you can’t go wrong with a Mont Blanc Meisterstück fountain pen (and, even better, personalisation is free!)

Gin Set, £238

The perfect gift for any gin lover – including the coolest gin decanter we’ve ever seen, a pair of contemporary gin glasses, and a personalised chopping board for that all-important slice of lime!

Glasses, £30

Decanter, £168

Chopping Board, £40

Myrtle Tree, £68 (including engraved plaque)

For the green-fingered groom, what better sentimental gift than his very own tree, to flourish and grow alongside the marriage. The meaning of this Myrtle Tree is love and joy, which seems pretty apt!

Framed Travel Print, £380

For the travel buff, why not opt for a vintage travel print – perhaps of the place you got engaged, or where you plan to honeymoon. Search for a vintage original on sites like https://www.1stdibs.co.uk/ or https://www.vinterior.co/, or visit King & McGaw for a great selection of reproductions; we love this Monaco Grand Prix lithograph

Soho Home Cocktail Set, £325

Start the marriage as you mean to go on with this cocktail set from Soho Home

Swiss Army Champ Knife, £84 (including personalisation)

For the tinkerer, or nostalgic boy scout, the Swiss Champ personalised swiss army knife is a trusty everyday sidekick to last a lifetime

Assouline Travel Books, £85 each

The chicest accompaniment to any coffee table (so a winner for you, too!), how about a set of the coolest travel books in town from Assouline: choose his favourite destinations for that personal touch

Honeymoon Set, £403

Update his honeymoon wardrobe with a mix and match selection of investment holiday pieces

Sunglasses £283

Swim Shorts £120

Lily's Pick: Bespoke Outdoor Table, £400

We got married in Spain, and had some bespoke tiles made for our wedding, which we used as favours. I then had an outdoor table made using the leftover bespoke tiles, which I gave to my husband as a belated wedding present. The tiles were hand-painted in Seville by Tania Terranova, a seller I found on Etsy, and the table was made by The Moroccan Encaustic Tile Company, who sourced the extra tiles and had the table made for me in Morocco.

Tiles, From £50

Table, £350

TOP 5 PERSONALISED PICKS:

• Bespoke Cartoon

• Mont Blanc Meisterstück Fountain Pen

• Smythson Panama Wallet

• Manopoulos Backgammon Set

• Myrtle Tree