As a source of sanity during a crazy time, your bridesmaids deserve a little special recognition. Planning and executing a dream “big day” can be a stressful time and the maid of honor and bridesmaids have traditionally been the proverbial rock holding you firm in the wedding whirlwind. All the more reason to honor these tried-and-true, solid friendships with a little “rock” of their own. Diamonds are probably out of the budget (we know you would if you could), but there are lots of lovely choices in jewelry that make beautiful bridesmaid gifts.

Just as your girlfriends have different personalities and fashion styles, there are jewelry selections for every look. Or, choose a coordinated jewelry set across the board to give as bridesmaid gifts, something classic and elegant that everyone will love and can be worn with the bridesmaid gowns. Of course, as the bride, you will be wearing fabulous jewelry and now your “ladies in waiting” will no longer be waiting to sparkle when you present them with necklaces, bracelets, or earrings and bridesmaid gifts.

For a classic selection in bridesmaid gifts, choose jewelry sets featuring a luminous strand of pearls with a coordinating bracelet and earrings. Simple yet stunning with any color gown, pearls given as bridesmaid gifts subtly announce your Princess Grace Kelly class. An ensemble of pearls is also perfect for the pint-sized participants in our wedding such as the flower girl or junior bridesmaid. They will feel oh-so grownup wearing their own pearls just like the big girls.

Sparkling crystal jewelry has become a trendy choice to wear with bridesmaid ensembles an available in a rainbow of colors. Pick a color to enhance her personality, her hair and eye color, her gown, or all three. Presenting your best girls with a crystal jewelry set, such as Swarovski crystals on an illusion strand, is such onea multi-faceted option; these bridesmaid gifts can be worn at the wedding and later on other special occasions.

Many jewelry ideas that can be given as bridesmaid gifts can also be personalized. This adds a special, custom touch that lets each friend know that you were thinking specifically of them when you had their name or monogram engraved. One of the best things about giving jewelry is that it is always well-received and never returned! Who wouldn’t enjoy getting a sure-to-fit little luxury, a little extravagance that you would never buy for yourself? Make the perfect presentation and package your jewelry bridesmaid gifts in velvety pouches or sleek, glossy boxes tied up with ribbon.