Gifts for your groomsmen: show your posse that you care.

Today it might be about giving your buddies easier access to cute bridesmaids. But in ancient times, groomsmen provided the muscle necessary to complete a marriage. Back in the days when grooms would have to capture his bride, he would call on his friends to help keep the peace with the bride’s family.

It was custom for the bridesmaids and groomsmen to dress like the bride and groom in order to confuse any evil spirits intending to harm the couple. At one time, ten attendants were required to prevent the evil spirits from figuring out who’s who.The groom should give a gift to his groomsmen to thank them for being a part of the wedding, being there for all those years and being a good alibi in case the bachelor party goes bad (or good). Typically the gift is delivered during the rehearsal.

Gifts for your bride: get used to it.

We know, you gave her the ring. You gave her your heart. You’re giving her all that special attention. Why a gift for being your bride. Because. That’s all you need to know. And commit to memory. Actually, she’s done a lot to make your wedding a memorable event. Probably more than you. Give her something to show your appreciation and love during the rehearsal or on your wedding day (just make sure someone else gives it to her if it’s before the wedding – no peeking).