The good part about your challenging task at hand is that you don't need to go out immediately to shop for these unusual but interesting gift items. You can always go online if you need to look for options that will fit your preference. Although the following are not 100% unusual for some brides and bridesmaids, you can always pitch in your original ideas and see if they can be considered as top unusual gift ideas for your bridesmaids.
(1) Partially-complete scrapbook
This is a great way to thank and to bring back memories to your gal pals. Of course you need to buy new scrapbooks and materials for each of your bridesmaids. But the fun part is sticking down the photos of occasions, travels and get-togethers that you and your gal pals have over the years. Sprinkle in some favorite friendly quotes, personal messages and wishes to each of them using colored fancy pens. Leave the remaining pages for your gal pals to fill with up-coming photos and memories. You may also add in complementary pens and colorful stickers to complete the set.
(2) Spa or massage gift certificate
This can truly delight your gal pals especially if they are working girls and are always busy during the weekdays. Your gal pals need that special treatment and extra pampering after the wedding and you can check your local spa or salon for special offers.
(3) A tin can full of goodies
This is a twist of the good old gift basket. You can several online stores that offer this or you can go out shopping for separate tin cans and goodies from your local supermarket. If you wish to put in gourmet goodies, set a budget higher than $25 for each of your bridesmaids. Throw in some chocolates, chips and dips, and an assortment of juices. You may also give them non-food products such as bath and body products, nail polish and nail care kits, cosmetics and aroma therapy products.
(3) Custom-made CDs
Favorite songs and dance music can be compiled into a single CD to take back your gal pals down memory lane. You may also use colorful CD cases complete with labels and date of your wedding to remind them that it was a gift from you. This may not be your unusual gift idea, but customizing the contents and the design of the CD label can do the trick.
(4) Scented candles and incense
For that relaxing Zen feel, you might want to give away scented candles and/or incense sets to your bridesmaids. These are quite decorative and relaxing especially when used at home. You won't spend too much on these items since they are quite affordable. A budget of $20 or less will do for each bridesmaid.
(5) Shoebox full of memorabilia
Now don't think of this gift as cheap or inappropriate. It's a great idea to reminisce once in a while especially when there's someone in your circle of friends who is about to get married. If it is their turn, they will understand this. But of course you don't just have to give them old shoeboxes; make it decorative and presentable. And of course the contents should be a combination of old and new things that all of you truly enjoy. Throw in some food items that all of you love such as coffee beans, chocolates, candies, chips. Non-food items such as pens, accessories and other girly stuff that remind you of your friendship can also be included.
(6) Magazine subscription
A year's worth of magazine subscription may be considered as unusual bridesmaid gift. But make sure that each of your gal pals will receive their favorite magazines. If Patty loves to cook, get her a year's subscription of cooking magazines. If Kathy loves decorating, get her a subscription of the latest in decorating trends magazine. The choices and the publications are numerous and you can do the subscription application online for your convenience.
(7) Personalized flip flops
Flip flops are in especially now that its summer. Why not get your gal pals each a pair of personalized flip flops. These are affordable and available online, so start browsing and order as early as possible. You can set a budget of $30 or less for each of your bridesmaids.
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