would you like this as a bridesmaid gift?

Question

I'm really struggling. I don't want to get them something for the wedding (like cheap tacky jewelery) as a gift, but I'm on a budget and can't afford most of the things that I'm like "ooohh they would really like that!" (i.e. coach mini wristlet). I like these, but not sure if it's a good thank you gift or not. What would you think if you got it?

http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat520033&productId=7496_1335&showId=7496_1335_004

links are good...

it's made of cotton, so it's not super sexy.

are the answers getting progressively more bitter??? started off good...

Answer 1

I think that (or maybe a pair of nice sweats and tank top from old navy or American Eagle) with a pair of flip flops and maybe a few travel size items from Bath and Body Works in a bag would be cute.... The nightie is cuteeee but given by itself is a little awkward.

Answer 2

Honestly, it's a little plain. I know that it would probably suit more people's styles and tastes being plain (or basic) But it just doesn't seem like a bridesmaid gift to me. Not that it's an awful idea. I just think of a bridesmaid gift as being more meaningful/sentimental than a plain(ish) cotton nightie.

For that price you could get a nice piece of sterling. Most major department stores have their sterling 1/2 off all the time. You could find a nice pair of earrings or a bracelet for the same amount.

Answer 3

I wouldn't like it personally, because I generally sleep in knit pants and a t shirt, but I would simply take it back, and get the knit nightie with sleeves on it, so the idea is good. Also, you'd have to worry about sizing--if you know what sizes the girls are (and what size they'd wear in jammies), then you're fine.

What about spa baskets? Most girls love those, and you don't have to worry about sizing issues with those. Just a thought. You can get some nice baskets at Bath and Body works for the same amount of $$ you'd spend on the nightie.

But, the nightie is good too.

Answer 4

I would not enjoy receiving that as a gift. It is just too personal in my opinion, and not something I would wear regardless. You can do cheap totes filled with some beauty products. Sephora has some great stuff, and there are a lot of good prices. Like you can do Body Butter, Lip balms, etc. You can just even fill a regualr gift bag and not do a tote. I would much rather something like that than such intimate sleepwear.

Cotton or not, it is still a nightie... I would NOT like ot recieve that as a gift. It is too intimate no matter what material it is made of. Regular cotton/flannel pjs would be one thing, but a little nightie is too intimate.

Answer 5

I would appreciate the thought, but I'm a tee shirt, PJ's or sweats kind of gal. I get tangled up in nightgowns, so I don't wear them.

Here's a gift I'd like instead in about the same price range. Check out the earrings at this link: http://www.snootyjewelry.com/gfearrings_e-p.htm#green_tourm I bought a bunch of this woman's earrings at a conference, and am quite happy with them. I really like my 8mm pink cubic CZ earrings, item #2053. I also have them in the clear CZ and lavender. The picture doesn't do them justice and they're quite sparkly.

Answer 6

sorry but for myself i don't think its a great gift.
what if instead of that you talk to the beauty salon who is doing your hair and see if they will give you a break on an after wedding get-together for you and your girls to all go for a manicure and/or pedicure? a lot of shops here will do that kind of a thing for bridal parties.
have them meet you at your house on whatever date you choose, have a great brunch ready and then after that y'all go to the salon.
you could present the gift in nice thank you cards and it would give you all a chance to get together and have fun. you could even arrange to do this when you have your proofs from the wedding photogragher! it would be a fun day!
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if you watch your sales you can purchase 10K gold ear-rings or necklace for about the same price as the nightie.
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whatever you choose they will appreciate it.
happy wedding - wishing you a wonderful life with your husband.

Answer 7

It really depends, I think, on whether your bridesmaids will feel flattered or uncomfortable with being given lingerie. Also, it can be difficult to know what sort of nightwear they prefer unless you've seen what they usually wear to bed. I never wear nightgowns. I'm far more comfortable in pajamas. And there are those who prefer sleepshirts or even to sleep naked.

And on top of all that, there's the fact that attendant gifts are usually given at the rehearsal dinner. Will your closest friends feel okay opening up sexy little black nighties in front of your parents and the groomsmen?

If I got that, I'd think to myself that while your intention was clearly generous and kindly and very, very sweet...I'd really rather not get that. I wouldn't be able to use it, and I'd feel embarrassed opening it up in public.

I have to say, the weddings where I really loved the gifts I was given for being a bridesmaid were the two where each attendant got a completely personal gift. My brother and his lady gave me a book they knew I wanted and my best friend gave me a set of dinosaur scatter pins. Neither cost much at all, but in both cases I got something I still treasure.

When my turn as a bride came along, I gave my bridesmaids individual gifts, too, and they all loved what they got.

Answer 8

I actually think it's a cute idea- as long as you know everyone will like them. I have 9 bridesmaids, so I can't really do the same for all of them, so I'm going to get them each something they will like. But I really do like this idea. So go for it if it's what you want to do. And, just think of it this way- to those who buy the bride sexy panties, etc... for their shower, what are they thinking the bride will think opening it in front of everyone? And normally those gifts are way sexier than this gift lol... so that's just to go against what the ppl say along those lines... who cares! It's a cute nighty, and looks comfy! I'd wear it myself! And I wouldn't be embarrassed by getting this!

Go for it if that's what you want to do and know they'll all like it :)

Answer 9

I really like those! However, I don't know if I'd like it as a gift. I prefer not to get clothes (or nightwear, etc) just because I would rather try things on in the store, etc. What if they don't fit or what if the girl doesn't feel comfortable wearing it? (Despite being cotton, I hate wearing nighties!)

Answer 10

Great idea, those are cute, maybe throw in a pair of slippers too, if it'll fit in with your budget.
The last wedding I was in I got slippers and that was one of the best gifts - especially after spending hours walking and standing in heels during the rehearsal dinner, pictures etc.