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YOUR GIRLS
Express thanks to bridesmaids with heartfelt gifts
They're your best friends and sisters, standing beside you at the altar. With a carefully chosen present or two, remind them that your friendship will last through the decades, no matter what milestones intervene.
1. Pewter-and-sterling-silver picture frame by Elias ArtMetal, $122 at YOU! Boutiques
2. Zebra photo album by Hype Strype, $27 at Kate Mills in The Shops at 5807
3. Ring bling wine-bottle charm or napkin ring, $8 each at Murphies
4. Strawberry daiquiri truffle, $1 at For the Love of Chocolate
5. Antique lusterware espresso cup and saucer, $42 at Janet Brown Interiors
6. Bridesmaid koozie by Cool Cups, $4 at Tweed
7. Sterling-silver-and-glass-crystal monogram earrings, $84 at YOU! Boutiques
8. Bluebird votive-candle holder, $15 at Carefree Casa in The Shops at 5807
9. Vases, $20 each at Van Der Wolks in The Shops at 5807
10. Hand-woven purse by Bosom Buddy, $188 at Tweed
SWATCH OUT
An inspiration board for bridesmaid frocks
Before shopping, take a step back and picture what you think your closest friends should look like as they come down the aisle. What suits the occasion — and their personalities? We took swatches of material from local salons and sketched a few au courant silhouettes to inspire you and your bridesmaids.
SUNRISE BEACH » Cheery & Carefree
Celadon iridescent chiffon by Impression Bridal, at Tiffanys Bridal Taupe crinkled chiffon by Lela Rose Brides-maid, at Bella Rosa Teal chiffon by Pretty Maids (by House of Wu), at Sestra Bridal Almond chiffon by 57Grand, at Bella Bridesmaid of California
DAY PARK » Stylish & Fresh
Envy lumina by Jasmine, at Tiffanys Bridal Melrose matte satin by The Dessy Group, at Bella Rosa Merlot stretch charmeuse by The Dessy Group, at Bella Rosa Bright purple iridescent taffeta by Jordan, at Sestra Bridal
TWILIGHT CHURCH » Graceful & Genteel
Bronze iridescent chiffon by Bari Jay, at Tiffanys Bridal Burgundy duchess satin by Venus Bridal, at Sestra Bridal Metal silk dupioni by LulaKate, at Bella Bridesmaid of California Pink pebble charmeuse by 57Grand, at Bella Bridesmaid of California
