Your bridesmaids are your favorite girls in the world. Finding ways to thank them for being by your side on the biggest day of your life can be overwhelming, especially if you are on a budget.  If you’ve got a big crew (or even a small one for that matter), the costs of gifts can seriously add up! We’re here to tell you that you don’t have to spend a lot to make your girls happy. Believe it or not, there are tons of fabulous gift options for your squad out there under $20! Here are 20 of our fave items:

There are many bridesmaid robes out there but many of them can be upwards of $50 each. Turns out, you can get the same luxury for a fraction of the cost! These beautiful satin robes from ASweetWedding are only $15 each!

Allow your bridesmaids some well-deserved self-indulgent luxury with this detoxifying pink clay bar from Herbivore Botanicals.

You can never go wrong with personalized jewelry! Your girl squad will love these over sized letter necklaces from gigglosophy.

You’ve got some big decisions to make. This build-your-own box of 10 macarons from BisouBisouMacarons lets you choose from tons of flavors ranging from chocolate espresso to lavender vanilla. You may just have to buy some to sample first 😉

One of the best bridesmaid gifts is mini champagne bottles. After all, you’re upcoming marriage is something to celebrate! These gorgeous custom calligraphy labels are from xoxolabelco.

Your bridesmaids are worth more than gold, so treat them that way! This 24k gold face mask will have their skin looking flawless for the wedding photos!

Make sure your bridesmaids are ready for anything you throw at them (literally or figuratively) on your wedding day with these clever bridesmaid survival kits from sweettalkdesigns.

Gift boxes are a delightful treat, but can cost upwards of $75! This mini bridesmaid box from WhiteConfettiBox pack in tons of fun, without such a gouging price tag!

Your bridesmaids will laugh out loud when they receive these “the balm” gifts from Craft10Goods. Already have a ton of lip balms? There is also a bath bomb version.

Gift your girls something that they will actually use! These personalized rose gold wine tumblers from TheWhiteInviteGifts are actually useful, not to mention pretty!

Who else loves fun fonts and colors? These pretty champagne flutes from PartyFlutes offer tons of font and color choices!

This delicate knot bracelet set from MignonandMignon is a lovely way to show your bridesmaids just how much they mean to you.

These gorgeous, rustic journals from PortlandLeather won’t be under $20 for long.. they are currently on sale from $48!

These monogrammed t-shirt dresses from EverlyGrayce will become everyone’s new favorite PJs!

These beautiful name necklaces from MoruStudio are on sale for only $13, but don’t wait! The sale ends soon!

You can personalized these rose gold rings from CaitlynMinimalist with a name, date, location or meaningful word.

We love the lettering on these custom name rings from CaitlynMinimalist.

Bold, retro and chic, these bridesmaid makeup bags from AlphabetBags could not be any more fabulous!

Who doesn’t love bubble tea (this is a rhetorical question, everyone loves bubble tea)? This make your own bubble tea kit from SandyLeafFarm will make four BIG servings for only $10!

Give each of your girls a different kind of crystal, and have them wear them on the wedding day. These necklaces from VermeerJewellery would look stunning with pastel dresses!

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Hot chocolate is the quintessential winter drink. Spike it with a bit of whisky, or just serve it with some gooey, gourmet marshmallows.

If you are having a winter wedding, why not consider having a hot chocolate bar? From gourmet hot chocolate mix to adorable stir spoons, your hot chocolate bar is going to be a hit! For an extra kick, we suggest rimming the mug with chocolate, and topping your steaming mug with brûléed marshmallows.

Firstly, we have to introduce you to hot cocoa on a stick. This recipe is tried and true, easy to make – and the results are delicious! It’s also relatively mess-free, so you won’t be left with cocoa powder all over the hot chocolate bar! They also make for scrumptious wedding favors.

This organic hot cocoa mix from fareisle is perfect for all you vegan guest; just serve it with a steaming cup of nut milk.

Okay… now we’re really craving some hot cocoa! This vegan hot chocolate from Brontieandco is refined sugar free, and looks incredibly delicious!

The kids (and kids at heart) are going to be obsessed with this unicorn hot chocolate mix from LolasLittlePalace. The packaging is adorable!

Caramel marshmallows, espresso marshmallows, maple marshmallows, oh my! The list goes on and on! You can choose any 3 flavors with this marshmallow sampler pack. What’s more,they have a collection of hot cocoa mixes, ranging from spiced chile to earl grey. Whimsyandspice is your stop for all things hot chocolate!

Thebakersconfections has a fabulous way to use these adorable “I <3 cocoa” spoons; Dip the ends of the spoons in chocolate and sprinkle on our tiny marshmallows to make chocolate dipped cocoa spoon stirrers.

Aren’t these hot cocoa stirring spoons from SucreShop adorable? We’re obsessed!

This rustic hot cocoa bar sign from penandpaperflowers adds a lovely touch to your hot chocolate bar.

This hot cocoa recipe sign from LilyandVal can be hung in your kitchen after the wedding. We love the chalkboard style!

Simple and sweet, we love this watercolor sign from ThinkLovelyShop.

Decorated with 24k gold, and silver printed ink, you NEED these Mr and Mrs mugs from PrintableWisdom. After all, you can use them long after the wedding.

Purchasing real mugs for ALL of your guests would be a serious expense. These monogrammed hot drink cups from GraciousBridal are the perfect solution!

Give your guests some of this winter-y goodness to bring home! Fill these adorable hot cocoa favor bags from mavora with hot chocolate mix and mini marshmallows for a budget-friendly wedding favors.

Personalized favors are always the way to go! This favor stamp from ThePrintMint will help you create the best wedding favors ever!

Skip the hassle of making all of your wedding favors with these pre-made single-serving hot cocoa favors from AproposRoasters.

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With its stunning details and location in the legendary California Redwoods, this li’l wedding has it all! Sarah and Alex’s forest wedding was far from traditional, in the best way possible! With only ten of their nearest and dearest by their sides, the couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony, followed by a casual dinner in a yurt rented on Airbnb.

Thanks to the amazing Paige Nelson Photography for sharing this wonderful wedding with us!

Sarah, 37 & Alex, 30

Location: Aptos, CA

Wedding Date: March 25, 2017

Number of Guests: 10

Wedding Cost:  ~ $8,000

Wedding Ceremony Location: The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Wedding Reception Location: Our yurt that we rented on Airbnb

Why did you have an intimate wedding?

It was so important to us to be able to express who we are in our ceremony and we knew this would be hard in a large wedding. Neither of us are traditional people. What we wanted most was to share this magical experience in nature with the people closest to us and enjoy a fun, relaxed, stress free weekend that we will never forget. And we got that!

What are some the challenges that you faced planning an intimate wedding?

We originally planned to have a camping wedding at the state park where Alex purposed in Big Sur. I had hired make-up and flowers in this area and booked 8 campsites in the small camp ground. This was all done six months ahead of time. Everything was so easy. Then the mud slides started. Big Sur was cut off and our state park closed two weeks before our date. We didn’t stress. I knew it would work out. Paige, our photographer helped us scout a new forest location as close as we could get to Big Sur. We found a beautiful Yurt on Airbnb that accommodated all of our guests by setting up glamping tents around the yurt about 45 minutes from the forest site. Paige knew of a great florist who was willing to deliver and I found the most incredible makeup artist last minute! All three of our vendors were so helpful in trying to accommodate our last minute changes. I would recommend all three of these ladies to everyone I meet.   Everything just came together. And honestly I think it turned out even better than we originally planned!

Some of our family members were unable to attend. But we had made peace with whomever was supposed to be there, would be there. We knew we would have everyone at the larger wedding later that year.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?

Yes. We kept the invites to immediate family and closest or lifelong friends. Having the two weddings made it a lot easier to make a small guest list for our elopement.

Did you have any ‘issues’ with the small guest list from friends and family? If so, how did you address them?

Only that some had to make the choice between the two ceremonies. Both of our weddings were a destination for most people so they were forced to pick. I had no attachments to which one our guests chose to attend.

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

Everything! It was all so fun and relaxed. Having all of the guests be an equal part of the ceremony was amazing. Everyone said their part and I cried through most of it. It was so personal, intimate and honest. I remember looking around the circle, feeling so happy, and wishing I could hold on to every moment forever. My mom surprised us with a song, and Alex and I contributed with a meditation at the end.  You could feel the love all around us. I was totally oblivious to anything happening outside of our circle.

What were the highlights of the reception?

Our amazing friends grilled and cooked our entire dinner while we were out doing portraits. We arrived to a fantastic feast and cake! It was super casual. We were able to put on comfortable clothes and dig in with the people we love all around us. It was like a family dinner with friends.

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

We didn’t feel like we needed to impress anyone. We knew that everyone there was there for us and they were totally supportive of who we are and how we chose to do our ceremony. I absolutely loved having everyone stay family style in the same place. It wasn’t just a ceremony, it was a weekend of community and fun.

What advice do you have for couples who are considering an intimate wedding?

It was the best choice we ever made! I say go for it! I’ve never heard anyone regret doing what they really wanted instead of going with what they thought they were supposed to do. Alex and I both agree our elopement ceremony was a special spiritual union. We got everything we could possibly want for a fraction of the price of a traditional wedding. I wouldn’t have changed a thing about it. The best part about a small ceremony is that you are able to relax and enjoy the moment. Roll with the punches and enjoy every second.

Vendors:

Photography: Paige Nelson Photography

Make up: Cara Hopkins at FaceForward Bridal

Florals: Christine Cater Wedding Florals and Event Design

Dress: Rue de Seine

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Planning a winter wedding? One of the most delightful things about a winter wedding is the cozy feeling they give.  From hot chocolate favors, to aromatic candles, you’ll love these 10 winter wedding favors!

Nothing screams winter quite like pine cones. This wedding favor stamp from SouthernPaperAndInk will create the perfect tags for your pine cone favors.

Creating tons of favors can be a daunting task, and you have enough to worry about! Lucky for you, these fantastic coffee wedding favors from LovePerks come pre-filled, and stamped.

Chances are, many of your guests will not come in attire suitable for the winter weather. Luckily, you will provide them with these cozy, luxurious pashmina shawls from MiaKraftsShop, so they can stay nice and warm.

Christmas ornaments truly are the perfect keepsake. They are easy to store, and bring back memories year after year when they are hung on the Christmas tree. These snowflake ornaments from artangel are a great option!

Bring a warm glow into all of your guests homes with these personalized candles from LilyBelleLondon.

Put together little goodie bags with these lovely personalized pine cone favor bags from withloveandconfetti.

Cute, customizable and practical, there is not a better favor option than these beautiful candles from North29CandleCo.

It’s that time of year; colds, dry skin and cracked lips. In the winter months, good chap stick is essential! These chap sticks from LabelsRus are cute and, at only $1 each, affordable!

Who doesn’t love a steaming hot cup of cocoa on a snowy winter day? These adorable single-serving hot chocolate favors from AproposRoaster have us seriously craving a cup!

If you really want to treat your guests, this hot chocolate mix from whimsyandspice can treat your guests to 10 cups of chocolaty goodness. Go the extra mile and pair it with some scrumptious gourmet marshmallows.

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When buying for newlyweds, it can be overwhelming to have so many choices! Well, to make it a little easier, we’ve narrowed it down for you. Here is a fabulous selection of the best couples gifts out there.

Beautifully arranged gift boxes are are growing trend, and for great reason! They make gift giving a cinch, and are filled with fin goodies. This newlywed gift box from DefineDesignEtc comes with a set of adorable “love” pillowcases.

This personalized gold ornament from TheLetteringStudio is a beautiful way to celebrate your first Christmas together as a married couple.

We love this simple and sweet ornament from HappyMailBtq.

This ceramic Mr and Mrs mug set from BeholdenPrints will be used for many mornings, filled with coffee, and sipped from over conversations.

These Mr and Mrs pillow cases from 42ndStDesigns are luxuriously soft and will add a nice touch to the new couple’s decor.

Personalized matching robes? Yes please! You’ll feel like king and queen in this robe set from BridalPartyRobeShop.

This custom portrait from PrintableWisdom will be admired for years to come.

This fantastic embroidered portrait from ArtsforAnimals is a truly unique gift that will be treasured.

For the couples with wanderlust, these leather luggage tags from MayaaCo will assure the couple never loses their luggage.

Blackbirdsupply has a variety of adorable couple tees. This Mr and Mrs set is as comfy as it is cute!

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