Helping a bride to plan her wedding is no easy task.
This is why bridesmaids deserve to be acknowledged for their love, support, and hard work.
Unfortunately, some brides are not aware of the importance of gift giving.
While some may follow the popular belief that it's the thought that counts, it's also important to give your bridesmaids something that will last forever.
Choosing a gift to express appreciation takes careful consideration.
Here's a list of bridesmaids gifts to avoid:

1.
Chocolates.
After your bridesmaids have worked so hard to keep their weight under control, tempting them with chocolates or any other high calorie foods may not be such a great idea, not to mention the fact that chocolates do not last forever.

2.
Fragrances (perfume, cologne, lotions, bath and body).
Giving fragrances as a gift is always risky.
Unfortunately, your bridesmaid may not like the fragrance or she may be allergic to the particular fragrance that you have chosen.
Also, you run the risk of encouraging your bridesmaids to indulge in those fragrances on your wedding day.
Wearing overbearing fragrances may irritate the other wedding attendants.

3.
Restaurant Gift Certificates.
It's a thoughtful gesture to give your bridesmaids a voucher to their favorite restaurant; however, it's not necessarily a gift that they will always remember.
Unless the restaurant is located in another state or country and comes with airline tickets, the gift really won't be a lasting memory.

4.
Flowers.
Your bridesmaids will be very disappointed when the flowers die.

Gift giving is simpler than some brides make it out to be.
As long as your bridesmaids gifts are useful and well thought out, your girlfriends will love it!Here are some gifts that you may consider.

1.
Bridesmaids Jewelry.
Giving bridal jewelry as a bridesmaids gift is always a popular choice among brides.
Not only is jewelry something that will last forever, but also it is useful and can be worn on the wedding day.

2.
Tote Bags.
What girl doesn't love having an extra tote bag? Women on the go need something cute and trendy to carry their important items.
Tote bags are a practical gift for any hard working bridesmaid.

3.
Personalized Gifts.
If you want your girlfriends to feel extra special, then personalized gifts are the way to go.
You may consider an engraved mug or a monogrammed cosmetic bag.
Whichever gift you choose to personalize, your bridesmaids are sure to appreciate the thought that you put into it.

Treat your bridesmaids right and give them something that they deserve--a gift that is useful and will last a lifetime.