Bridesmaids Gift Guide

Karma Necklace

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 18:02:56 GMT

If you’ve been with your girlfriend for long, you know that jewelry is one of the easiest gifts to screw up. That doesn’t mean she doesn’t want it. Do it right. Dogeared jewelry (that’s a brand name) is classic, perfectly priced for the semi-committed, and above all, meaningful. This Karma ring necklace is a subtle, versatile piece, and comes with a card that you can cheese up by adding, “When I read this, the heavens opened, and I had divine confirmation that it was penned by the angels themselves as they mused upon your goodness.” Or just leave it how it is.

Rescue Beauty Lounge Nail Polish Set

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 22:40:21 GMT

Rescue Beauty Lounge nail polishes are the hottest varnishes in town, but they present a girl with one problem: which color to buy? The "Tough Chic" set posted here eliminates this concern by giving her 9 bottles, including the 3-part treatment system to keep nails healthy and pretty all year round. Other colors, like "Grunge" and "Film Noir," allow even the sweetest of ladies to express a slightly edgy side.

Nike Runner's Gift Pack

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:50:23 GMT

Admit it: exercise is boring. You can go on and on about the endorphin rush, blah blah blah, but the fact remains that there are so, so many other things people would rather do with their time. Waistlines the world over can thank Nike for introducing its Runner’s Gift Pack, featuring an iTunes gift card, a $100 Nike store gift card and the brand spankin’ new 8GB iPod nano with video. It's the epitome of positive reinforcement. Give this to family members who need help (finally) starting their New Years resolutions, or even to those who genuinely enjoy exercise. Weirdos.

Kacey K Monogram Necklace

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 00:12:44 GMT

Let her wear her initials on her chest with this shiny 14K gold necklace by Kacey K. The monogram not only looks gorgeous, it’ll help you remember her name -- first, middle and last.

Pink Leather Flask with engraving

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 01:04:40 GMT

Who says boozing is a man’s game? A woman who can hold her drink is our hero. And the woman who carries her own pink leather flask of brown liquor around is marriage material. The playful pink leather wrap comes with a metal plaque onto which her initials can be monogrammed, so when all the girls with pink flasks get together there’s no confusion as to whose booze is whose.

Hermès Twilly Scarf

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 04:28:00 GMT

Everybody knows that if you are going to make it in today’s world, you have to be able to multi-task. With that in mind, Hermès created "Twilly," a skinny scarf available in fun prints that can be used in myriad ways. You can tie it around your neck or waist, put it in your hair, use it to dress up your handbag, strategically cover that much-regretted wrist tattoo, flag down passing ships (should you find yourself on a desert island)…the possibilities are endless, really.

Moe CLICK Bags

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 18:59:55 GMT

It takes a certain coordination for a lady to be able to hold onto her handbag, while simultaneously cutting a rug and slamming back a vodka-cran. Make your party girl’s life a little easier by gifting her one of these cute Moe CLICK bags, which have been spotted on the wrists of starlets all over the red carpet. You see, the no-hands requirement means she can wave to paparazzi, high-five her girlfriends or pinch a guy’s butt. This particular one is made of green tonal silk with gold piping and is just big enough to hold her necessities: cell, lipgloss, ID, credit card, and keys. (Hence the acronym CLICK, get it?) And, if she’s lucky, the ass-pinchee’s number.

Scosha "Gypsy Friendship" Bracelets

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:47:37 GMT

Know someone who is more worried about the ever-worsening exchange rate and how many more frequent-flyer miles she needs for that trip to Cambodia than what jewelry to wear? Gift her Scosha’s Gypsy Friendship bracelets. They do their namesake proud because they really can go anywhere. They are made of ultra-durable, waterproof fly line and linen which gives them a casual look, but the subtle sparkle of diamond, ruby, sapphire and emerald means they transition easily into night. Hey, we can’t fix the exchange rate, but at least we have accessories covered.

Double Luck Necklace

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 21:54:40 GMT

For the lady cursed with bad luck perhaps it is time to provide some assistance in leading a charmed life. In fact, two times the luck couldn’t hurt. Turn to the gold vermeil Double Luck Necklace. Secured on one side of a horseshoe charm lies a black 2pt diamond, while on a petite four-leaf clover is ensconced a clear 2pt diamond. Luck be a Lady at last.

Anya Hindmarch Loose Pockets

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 23:11:36 GMT

These are pretty pouches in metallic leather, embossed with Anya Hindmarch’s signature bow and a hint as to what they carry. They are available in a wide variety of options to help organize responsible girls (receipts, tickets) as well as to those who are… less responsible (martini money, drugs). If they're not content with Anya's choice, buyers can emboss the pouches with whatver their hearts desire, from pet names to surnames.

Veuve Clicquot City Traveller

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 23:40:52 GMT

The Veuve Clicquot City Traveller is exactly the type of booze case James Bond might tote after ditching the shaken Martini. While the vibrant yellow color of the hard-cased bag soothes, the inside cools with a 375 ml bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne nestled inside neoprene insulation. Call it a roadie for the jet set.

Not Just Any Old Day Silver Charm

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 00:20:54 GMT

Mark a momentous occasion by setting it in stone, er, silver with this sterling calendar charm. Use it to mark an important date, like someone’s birthday, graduation, or an anniversary of the first time they went to second base with their honey (hey, there’s always a reason to celebrate!) Each piece is custom-made with the date of your choosing using solid sterling silver and clear crystal. As a bonus, you’ll never forget an anniversary.

Personalized Bottle of Moët

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:11:50 GMT

Normally, when you have something in a fridge that you don't want anyone else to touch, you write your name on it with a magic marker, along with a threatening message describing exactly what will happen to the person who dares defy you. But if you have a bottle of Moët & Chandon in the fridge, you simply can't write on it with a Sharpie. That would be like fixing a broken Manolo heel with Duct tape. Which is why MyMoët is available -- bottles can be personalized with the recipient's name (with up to seven characters in Swarovski crystals), leaving no doubt as to whom the bubbly belongs to. We're still checking with Moët about personalized threatening messages.

iPod Shuffle (PRODUCT)RED Special Edition

Sat, 22 Nov 2008 23:15:44 GMT

How can zoning out during your morning commute/ gym time help fight AIDS? If you are plugged into iPod's (PRODUCT)RED special edition shuffle, it will. Proceeds from this special edition go to the Global Fund to Fight Aids in Africa. We would normally list the types of people who would like this gift at this point, but we honestly can't think of anyone who wouldn't like it.

Dannijo Emma Locket

Wed, 04 Feb 2009 00:39:40 GMT

Fans of vintage clothing will drool over these gold- and silver-plated lockets, which have an ever-popular old world appeal. The floral design is an abstract take on a feminine favorite that will delight girly and edgy ladies alike.

Hermès Narrow Enamel Bracelet

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:28:02 GMT

This gold-plated bracelet features the house's iconic H, and is the perfect option for ladies who lunch in the Hamptons. Of course, the rest of us will also swoon over the trinket, which comes in an array of shades. Orange is an Hermès staple, red makes for a statement accessory, pink is fun and girly, and khaki green is an earthy option that's by far our personal favorite.

Missoni Kip Beach Towel

Fri, 15 May 2009 03:54:04 GMT

When a fashionista goes to the beach, you don’t expect her to take any ratty old towel she finds lying around the house, do you? Of course not! She needs something trés chic to go with her Dior shades and Rosa Cha bikini, which means you should gift her this funky Missoni Kip beach towel so she can sunbathe in style.

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