How to "Propose" to Your Bridesmaids
You've got the ring on your finger — what's next? Choosing which of your beloved friends and family members you want to stand up with you on the big day! As marriage proposals have grown more elaborate, it's not surprising that "bridesmaid proposals" have followed suit. “Being a bridesmaid can be a large time and financial commitment. We think it’s so important to show these girls how much they mean to you — and how much you appreciate their willingness to help you," said Sonali Lamba, co-founder of brideside.com. Here, we've gathered some of our favorite ideas, from sentimental keepsakes to cheeky cards and so much more.
By: Kristen Klein
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A fun surprise! Slip your message (and some confetti) inside of a balloon.
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Sentimental Keepsakes
Write a heartfelt message and place it on a vintage-inspired bottle, which can be left empty or filled with a small treat, like candy, mints, or coffee beans.
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Poke Fun at Bridal Party Clichés
Customize this card for each of your bridesmaids by checking off your vows to her.
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Sentimental Keepsakes
Your bridesmaids can rewear this pretty bow bracelet on the big day.
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Poke Fun at Bridal Party Clichés
Reassure your BFFs that you won't put them in ugly dresses.
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The Sweetest Way to Ask
She won't be able to say no to these delicious chocolates.
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The Sweetest Way to Ask
Hand out these sparkly cookies to your chosen ones at your engagement party.
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Hide a Secret Message
Your bridesmaid will certainly crack a smile when she sees the "will you be my bridesmaid?" note inside this egg.
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The Sweetest Way to Ask
Personalize a cupcake-in-a-jar by filling each gift with your intended's favorite cupcake flavor.
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Put a Ring on It
Ask your girls to help you tie the knot with this adorable bow ring.
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Hide a Secret Message
Dreaming of a beach wedding? A message in a bottle is the perfect way to ask your bridesmaids to join you.
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Sentimental Keepsakes
Fill a glass ornament with a prominent "be my bridesmaid" message, accompanied by other silly titles, like "my button-closing, stamp-licking, teeth-checking wing girl," "my bustle guru," and "my tiara adjuster."
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Hide a Secret Message
Or, give a less-than-subtle hint about your theme by hiding the message inside a shell.
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Sentimental Keepsakes
Insert a favorite photo of the two of you for a gift your bridesmaid will truly treasure.
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Put a Ring on It
Give each bridesmaid a ring pop in your wedding colors.
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Hide a Secret Message
Reveal your big question through a cute puzzle.
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Say it With Wine
Customize each bottle with a photo of you two together.
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Say it With Wine
These wine bottles serve as a reminder that you'll always need your BFFs.
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Say it With Wine
Planning on asking your bridesmaids at your engagement party? Swap out their regular wine glasses with these for a fun surprise.
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Poke Fun at Bridal Party Clichés
Play on every bridesmaid's worst nightmare — being forced to wear an ugly dress (just don't go through with it, okay?).
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Poke Fun at Bridal Party Clichés
Subliminal message? When opened, this card reads, "Get out there and plan me a bachelorette party! Strive for elegant and upper class, fun but tame. Will you be my bridesmaid?"
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