Planning a whole wedding is stressful! You want to give your bridesmaids a memorable proposal box but might not have the capacity to think up something original right now between fittings and cake tastings. Below, we’ve got a guide on how to build a bridesmaid proposal box that any bridesmaid would love—and it can be personalized easily!
Save yourself some sanity and follow our outline below for a lovely, memorable proposal box.
Item #1: Maid of Honour / Bridesmaid Candle
A sustainably made candle is a great gift that your team can have to cherish and use after the big day. We have Engaged AF, Wifey, Maid of Honour, and Bridesmaid candles in our Wedding Collection, and you can treat yourself to one as well (you deserve it). Each has a lovely vanilla bean scent that makes any home inviting. Having this large, labeled item in the center of the box will instantly let your person know the role you’d like for them to play in your wedding.
Alternatively, you can use the ‘No Name’ candle and sharpie in your bridesmaid’s name or short message for added personalization. This one is scented lightly with almonds—another scent they’re sure to enjoy.
Item #2: Jewelry for the Big Day
Add something they can wear for the wedding and for years to come after. This is a sweet touch, especially if it matches their current jewelry aesthetic. There are many high-quality pieces you can get from small businesses online or often at farmer’s markets near you. It’s up to you if you want to use a letter pendant, symbol, gemstone or something else to decorate the piece, but they are sure to be grateful for this gift.
Item #3: Scrunchies or Sunglasses for Getting Ready Photos
“Getting ready photos” are some of the most fun photos to take! Scrunchies are a great cost-effective option. Especially when going along with a bridesmaid candle, something small like sunglasses or scrunchies is a cute and simple wearable item for morning photos. Usually, you can buy these in bulk in any beauty store, or you can find customized or luxury ones online from small businesses.
Item #4: Card, Consumable, or Seasonal Element
This last piece is totally up to you. A card detailing how much they mean to you could be the right choice, or give them a treat to indulge in as a “thanks for being there for me!” If you’re having a winter wedding, you may want to add a robe; if it’s a summer wedding, you may add a champagne glass. Your Maid of Honour might need a few bath bombs to help them prepare for their big role!
At Ebony & Ivory Candle Co., we encourage you to give your bridesmaids reusable or cherishable gifts. We make our candles from sustainably sourced soy wax for clean-burning candles, and have refill kits for you to use your Bridesmaid candle jar again and again. You can read more about our commitment to sustainability on our website.
All the peace and love to you and your boo!
Xoxo,
Ebony & Ivory Candle Co.
