Being a maid of honor is no easy feat. She's tasked with going above and beyond to look out for you leading up to and during your big day. If you're wondering how you can possibly thank her and make her feel as special as she's making you feel, we've got you covered.
We found creative, useful and personalized gifts that'll let her know just how much you appreciate everything she's done. From cozy PJs to dainty jewelry, there's something for everyone.
Self-care gifts | Jewelry gifts | Personalized gifts | Travel gifts | Home and kitchen gifts
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Best maid of honor self-care gifts
Etsy Maid of Honor Candle
This simple candle provides a daily reminder of how important they are to you with a label that defines a maid of honor as many things but most importantly, "someone a bride's big day would be incomplete without." Choose from a dozen scents including ocean breeze, lavender, white tea, strawberry cake and wedding cake.
Papier Warmth Wellness Journal
Help your maid of honor take care of her headspace during this time where she's probably more than a little stressed. This wellness journal has several logs to help conduct self check-ins for her intentions, sleep habits and energy levels. It can even be personalized with her name on the cover!
Maude Tub Kit
Nothing says self-care like a relaxing bath and spa day. This set comes with soaking bath salts and a coconut milk bath that'll help her recharge before or after the big day. Both products promise to soften, rejuvenate and hydrate the skin as she soaks in the bath.
Glow Recipe Fruit Babies Bestsellers Kit
Look out for your girl's skin while she is looking out for you and your big day. This kit full of bestsellers is designed to address the needs of several skin types. It comes with a cleanser, toner, eye cream, serum and moisturizing cream to ensure every step of her skin care routine is covered.
Lake Pajamas Pima Shorts Set
Help her get the most comfortable rest with this Pima cotton pajama set. If this style doesn’t match their sleep needs, Lake offers countless styles with pants, shorts and long or short sleeves.
Associate editor Sierra Hoeger says her Lake pajamas were game changers after upgrading from boxers and a T-shirt. "Not only does it help me feel like I have my life together (especially after an everything shower), but they've remained as soft as the day I've received them, even after a year of wearing and washing them!" she raves.
Best maid of honor jewelry gifts
Kate Spade Pearl Gumdrop Studs
A simple and elegant gift of pearl earrings is a great way to ensure your maid of honor always has a classy staple in her jewelry box. These studs are gold plated and a great finishing touch to any outfit.
Senior partnerships editor Francesca Cocchi Zabloudil says she gave all of her bridesmaids matching pearl bracelets but got these earrings for her sister (and matron of honor) to give her something a little extra as a thank you. “She’s worn them beyond my wedding since they are such a classic style.”
Little Words Project Maid of Honor Bracelet
Friendship-style bracelets are cute, trendy and a subtle way for her to show her role on (and leading up to) the big day. The brand also offers a "Bridesmaid" version if you want to complete the set for the whole wedding party.
Editor Vivien Moon likes this bracelet because “it’s under $30 and is a cute way to give something meaningful that’s small and still thoughtful.”
Mejuri Duo Beaded Stacker Ring
Before you exchange rings with your soon-to-be life partner, remind your maid of honor how much you appreciate her friendship with this delicate ring. It's the perfect piece to add to a stack or it can be worn alone for a dainty look. It comes in gold and is offered in sizes 4-10.
Kendra Scott Amelia Chain Necklace
Whether your maid of honor wears more gold or silver jewelry, this necklace is sold in both options and is great to stack with other necklaces or is chic enough to wear alone.
According to the brand, it's designed for everyday use and is poolside-friendly, so tell your bestie she can wear this necklace without fear of tarnishing!
Best personalized maid of honor gifts
Floral Bridesmaid Personalized Slim Can Cooler
If your maid of honor loves a cool drink on the beach, then she'll get great use out of this customizable koozie. It comes in 16 colors and you can add her initial, name and special title for the big day. If a slim can isn't her vibe, opt for the beer can style.
Etsy Photo Wine Label
Add your favorite picture of you and your maid of honor onto her favorite bottle of wine. It’s personal, special and an easy way to elevate the common gift of wine. Opt for one label to share a special bottle or order them in bulk to supply her a crate of a dozen hand-selected picks.
Hoeger says as more of her friends get married, she sees this over and over again as a bridesmaid gift. “It’s such an affordable, personalized gift that is sure to come across as thoughtful and sentimental.”
Handmade Store Personalized Maid of Honor Watercolor Art Print
Get a personalized watercolor print to commemorate the two of you on the big day. You can customize each figure's features — hairstyle, hair color, dress color and skin tone — so that they most accurately reflect you both.
Birdy Grey Personalized Karen Robe
Whether they're getting ready the morning of the big day or just hanging out at home, they'll appreciate all of the cozy vibes that come with this personalized robe. It's offered in 15 colors and you can opt to personalize it with her name or her special title so she can relish in the memories every time she puts it on.
Engrave My Wine Personalized La Marca Prosecco Bottle
Your maid of honor is something to celebrate, and what says celebration more than popping a bottle of bubbly? If she’s not a champagne or prosecco fan, the brand offers other options like bourbon, tequila and vodka. On your bottle of choice, choose from various laser-engraved designs and you can even customize the font color.
Best maid of honor travel gifts
Loop Quiet Ear Plugs
Whether she is trying to catch a few zzz’s on the plane or needs to drown out your wedding talk (joking!), a pair of good ear plugs is a worthwhile investment. These are a favorite of associate editor Shannon Garlin who says they’re easy and comfortable to wear. They come with four interchangeable caps (size XS-L) so she can get the best fit. Plus, since they’re silicone, they’re easy to clean.
Nordstrom Initial Square Zip Travel Case
If she's always planning her next vacation, this travel jewelry case is the perfect way to keep your maid of honor organized and prepared. It has holes to secure earrings, dividers to separate necklaces and soft cylinders to hold rings in place.
Shop TODAY social media producer Anita Chomenko recommends these travel cases as a maid of honor gift and says she is also getting them for all of her bridesmaids. If you want to give this case to everyone, opt for a different color for the maid of honor to keep her unique.
Tanming Two-Piece Lounge Set
A cute matching set is a stress-free way to look put together while traveling and this knit option from Amazon comes Shop TODAY editor-approved. The short-sleeved top and wide-leg pant combo is stylish, trendy and breathable — perfect for long flights and any destination.
Personalization Mall Luxurious Weekender Embroidered Canvas Duffle
Whether she's traveling for your bachelorette, wedding or just a staycation, a personalized duffel is a practical gift you know she'll actually use.
This bag is perfect for a weekend trip and it is easy to travel with thanks to its long strap and zipper enclosure. Inside, there are two slip pockets and one zip pocket that will keep her belongings organized. It comes in navy, pink and gray.
Airbnb Gift Card
After all of the work and planning your maid of honor has done over the past year, take care of her and give her a chance to indulge in a relaxing getaway. Whether she wants to go on a staycation nearby or visit a bucket list destination, this gift card will help her get there.
Best home and kitchen gifts for a maid of honor
Yeti Stackable Espresso Cups
Yeti is the brand for insulated cups that’ll keep your drinks cold or warm, and these 4 ounce cups are the perfect size for an espresso (or tequila) shot.
“I saw this idea on TikTok of gifting these miniature mugs to your MoH’s or bridesmaids leading up to the big day to serve as a means for alcohol or coffee,” says Hoeger. “Showed it to a couple of my friends and we all agreed it was a practical addition to any gift!”
Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Glasses
Pair her personalized bottle of wine with these adorable glasses that are adorned with flowers for different birth months. You can choose her actual birth month or keep it wedding-related and opt for the month of the big day! Plus clean up will be a breeze because they're dishwasher-safe.
Mark & Graham Printed Acrylic Serving Tray
Upgrade her at-home bar or coffee table with this acrylic serving tray you can monogram with her initials. You can even take the personalization a step further by adding symbols like a golf cart or a pup for an additional $12.50.
The tray is great for setting up a small charcuterie board or delivering handmade cocktails to her guests when she’s playing hostess.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect present for every occasion including birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and more.
