Chances are, your bridesmaids are going all out for your wedding. Splurging on matching bridesmaid dresses, planning epic bachelorette parties, flying halfway across the world to attend your wedding- it’s a lot. Is there even a gift that you can get your bride squad members to show them how much you appreciate their efforts?

Yes, brides, there are many of them. From on-trend face mask kits luxurious bridesmaid gift boxes, you’re sure to find the perfect gift for your girls. Trust us, in the days after partying it up at your nuptials, your bridesmaids will truly appreciate these self-care gifts.

These floral sleep masks from ohhhlulu will help your bridesmaids get some much-needed post-wedding shut-eye.

Encourage your bridesmaids to rest and unwind after your wedding with this natural incense sampler from LeftoverHippies.

All natural, rich, moisturizing whipped body butter infused with essential oil. ‘Nuff said. 

Give your bridesmaids the gift of clean, clear skin with these rejuvenating Lapcos face masks from Anthropologie.

This splendid robe from LittleWhiteCoutureAU are made with soft delicate satin for a truly luxe feel. Oh la la!

This glamorous spa gift box from My Weekend is Booked is inspired by the classic children’s tale The Secret Garden, and features a natural soy candle, lavender essential oil soap, lavender sachet and a rose essential oil bath bomb.

Soft, lightweight and oh-so cute, these Turkish peshtemal bridesmaid robes from turkishbathtowel will be worn long after your wedding day, adding a touch of luxury to everyday routines!

This bathtub caddy from TimberGroveStudios puts the fun in functionality. Wine in the tub? Yes please!

You know it- Sometimes eating a cookie (or five) is an act of self-care. Your bridesmaids will devour these cookies from whimsyandspice. There are so many options: chocolate chip, tumbprints, shortbread… Yum!

But wait! Whimsyandspice also makes brownies and chocolate butterscotch bars. Can you say delish?

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Love the idea of a simple wedding in the Big Apple? You just might be booking your flights to NYC after seeing Charlie and Marie’s intimate wedding at Manhattan City Hall.

Here’s what photographer Jocelyn Voo from Everly Studios had to say about the l’il wedding:

Chuck and Marie wanted their NYC elopement to be a day for themselves: a simple ceremony, intimate vows against a bold city backdrop, and then a family dinner at one of their favorite restaurants.

We started the day in Hoboken shooting along the waterfront with their dog, then jetted to City Hall for a quick ceremony. Their formal “I dos” said, the pair made a pit stop at The Beekman for a celebratory drink (because really, is there a better time for a cocktail?) and then walked over to Brooklyn Bridge Park for their real vows. This, quite possibly, was one of my favorite moments. With the Manhattan skyline in the distance and East River lapping at their toes, Chuck and Marie took the time to recite their own vows to each other, living out the moment even as raindrops began to fall. It was a day with lots of mileage covered and lots of laughs had.

A big thanks to Jocelyn for sharing this gorgeous intimate wedding with us!

Marie, 32 & Charles

Location: NYC

Wedding Date: October 4, 2018

Number of Guests: Ceremony was just us. Immediate family (parents and siblings) joined us for dinner bringing the total number of people around the dinner table to 14.

Wedding Ceremony Location: Manhattan Marriage Bureau (City Hall)

Wedding Reception Location: Loring Place 

Why did you have an intimate wedding?

It was an easy decision for us, and something we discussed before even getting engaged. We both love going to weddings, and will probably even be the last ones at your after-party, but neither of us could get excited about the idea of planning a traditional wedding. We wanted to do things our way so that nothing ever felt like a chore.

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

We love our friends so much, so it was really hard to basically say to people “We’re getting married – and you’re not coming!” Thankfully, all of our friends and family are amazingly supportive and loved how “us” our wedding day plan was.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?

We narrowed it down to just immediate family – that was the best solution for us. We realized how quickly “just a few friends” turns into 50 people or more.

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

No

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

The idea of just the two of us, an officiant and a photographer was intimate and romantic. The ceremony was short and sweet – added bonus: our officiant was named Angel!

What were the highlights of the reception?

We had some time to ourselves after the ceremony to grab a bite and a cocktail before the reception, which made it even more exciting to see our family once we arrived at the restaurant. Loring Place went above and beyond at the reception, the food was amazing and the service was perfect. We didn’t have to worry about a thing during dinner and were able enjoy our evening the best way we know how: eating, drinking and laughing with family.

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

We had the best day – it was great to be able to focus on each other without distraction. The entire process was pretty stress free, which was exactly our intention.

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

Be true to what you want to do. Big wedding or small, follow your instinct, you won’t be disappointed.

Vendors:

Photographer: Everly Studios

Ceremony Location: Manhattan Marriage Bureau

Reception Location:Loring Place

Apparel:Johnston & Murphy

Apparel:The Tie Bar

Tuxedo and Mens Attire:Hall Madden

Shoes:Bella Belle Shoes

Dress Designer: Elizabeth Dye

Jewelry:Erie Basin

Cake Designer:Ovenly

Floral Designer: Designs by Ahn (DBA)

Makeup Artist: Miss Harlequin Makeup & Hair

You’ve found the shoes. Sure, they were a ~little~ over budget, but they’re oh-so pretty, and were made to be worn with your dress. One more thing; they’re stilettos. Let’s be real here: they may be fine for the short walk down the aisle, but there is no way you can comfortably dance the night away in them. Enter the wedding reception shoe: the ceremony shoe’s cute but much more comfortable cousin.

From bejeweled bridal sandals to Converse bridal sneakers, we’ve searched far and wide to find 10 of the best wedding reception shoes out there.

Strut in style without sacrificing comfort with these beach wedding shoes from ForeverSoles.

Sparkly rose gold Keds? Yes please! We love these wedding shoes from Jacalyne and Andrew’s $10,000 Winter Wedding in Ohio. You can purchase them here.

Photo: Luckybird Photography

These unique embroidered mules from Soludos will become a closet staple after your wedding day.

Your fave Converse sneakers just got a wedding-worthy upgrade. TheCrystalSlipper hand-decorates these blush bridal sneakers with lace and ivory ribbon for a edgy but chic look.

You can easily convert a classic pair of sneakers into a cute bridal accessory with these iron-on decals from MisstoMrsWeddings.

Featuring light-up rubber soles, these white wedding sneakers from ban.do are truly ~lit~. Psst… They’re on sale for just $20 (!!!). 

These Schutz Felicie Crystal Slides from BHLDN are perfect for the bride who loves all the sparkle.

These bejeweled bridal sandals from David’s Bridal make our hearts flutter!

Bold, bright and fashion-forward, these gold Loeffler Randall penny heels from Anthropologie are anything but ordinary, and you’ll love them for it.

Ooh la la! We’re swooning over these custom embroidered Vans sneakers from NoMorePantiesInLA.

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Bohemian brides, these modern boho wedding dresses will make your heart skip a beat! Of course, you don’t have to live a bohemian lifestyle to appreciate these gorgeous dresses. Boho style elements can be incorporated into a range of weddings, from laid-back beach nuptials to luxury weddings in the desert.

Easy to wear, effortlessly elegant and totally timeless, any of these wedding dresses from Etsy will have you looking like a goddess on your wedding day!

This tulle gown from AmeliaWeddingDesigns is perfect for the bride with a simple but edgy style. We love the sheer tulle sleeves!

We’re positively starry-eyed over this celestial gown from BoomBlush.

One bride shares: “This is the most breath taking dress that I have ever seen. It looks even better in person than in the photos!”

Stay comfortable (and in style!) with this light and airy backless wedding dress from AmeliaWeddingDesigns.

The cut of this dress from BabyDollShopRu is an ode to simple, elegant vintage bridal style, while the epic appliques give it a modern flair. BTW, this dress costs just $600!

Holy swoon! This dress from KurajeWeddingDresses is a beautiful choice for a boho bride.

Intricately detailed, uber romantic and oh-so feminine, this boho wedding dress from MilaBridal is one of our all-time faves.

Airy tulle skirts + open back tops = magic; it’s proven science. We’re seriously smitten with this wedding dress from AmeliaWeddingDesigns!

You won’t find a dress like this at your local bridal shop. Alexveilbridal‘s dresses are simply magical.

This backless dress from WowBridalDress has SO many five-star reviews. Brides love the quality, fit and beautiful fabrics.

This wedding dress from MilaBridal is made for movement. It would look amazing on the dance floor!

This boho wedding dress from OlyaSilkandLace is literally made for a beach wedding! Influenced by Hawaiian beach style, the dress features stunning 3D tropic flower and leaf pattern. 

We love the Wild West vibe of this fringed wedding dress from OlyaSilkandLace.

This beauty from WowBridalDress is just as much a piece of art as it is a wedding dress. We love the funky embroidery; so avant-garde! 

Yes, this may not be a dress, but this bridal jumpsuit from DameandMaiden is too pretty not to share!

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The rugged, breathtaking shoreline of Northern Cali provides the backdrop for today’s featured wedding photographed by Brianna Morrison. Here’s what she had to say about Meghan and Trevor’s wedding:

This is a gorgeous elopement of two madly in love individuals. The second marriage for both of them, they opted for a simple and beautiful elopement on the coast of Northern California with only two of their best friends in attendance. The views were epic with a slight smoky haze for added drama. Their reception took place in a stone circle, up high on a cliff, with an ocean view and bonfire for warmth.

Kudos to Brianna for the stunning photos!

Meghan, 46 & Trevor, 38

Location: Fort Bragg, CA

Wedding Date: November 11, 2018

Number of Guests: 2

Wedding Cost: $4,000

Wedding Ceremony Location: The Inn at Newport Ranch, Fort Bragg, CA

Wedding Reception Location: The Inn at Newport Ranch, Fort Bragg, CA

Why did you have an intimate wedding?

We wanted the day to really just be OUR day and to be completely about US. We didn’t want to focus on hosting, party planning, and details that were focused on other people’s happiness and enjoyment of the day. We wanted our wedding to be only that — our day, about our love, about our joining of our hearts, souls, and lives.

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

We didn’t really experience challenges! We were able to focus on what we wanted for our day.

Was it difficult to pare down the guest list?

No! We knew we weren’t inviting anyone 🙂

Did you have any ‘issues’ with the small guest list from friends and family?

If so, how did you address them? Our families and friends were very supportive of what we wanted and dreamed of. Some people were a little jealous and wished they could have been there, but they were understanding!

What were the highlights of the ceremony?

The ceremony was BEAUTIFULLY written by my best friend and officiant, Corinna Robbins. It was lyrical and gorgeous. We also each shared a reading of our choosing, and that was very special. The best part were our vows — we wrote them separately and we each spoke from our heart, including struggles and joys from our past and carrying those into promises for our future.

What were the highlights of the reception?

Intimate time watching the sunset over the Pacific with a giant cauldron of fire keeping us warm!

What was the best thing about having an intimate wedding?

That the entire day and experience was completely and only about US and our our love and commitment to one another.

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

Go for it!! Remember it is YOUR day, regardless of other pressures or other people’s desires for the wedding.

Vendors:

Dress: BHLDN

Suit: Calvin Klein

Venue: The Inn at Newport Ranch

Photographer: Briana Morrison Photography