Whilst bridal showers were traditionally organized to support a bride when a groom’s family couldn’t, now bridal showers are simply an excuse to bring all her loved ones together to share in the excitement of a wedding. Showering her with gifts and loving words of wisdom is a common custom in modern bridal showers, and helps the bride-to-be prepare for her new chapter in life. If you’re looking for popular bridal shower gifts ideas, those that tick both the practicality and sentimentality boxes are always winning choices.

What to consider when choosing a bridal shower gift

When shopping around for your bride-to-be, it’s important to ask yourself a few questions about her and her interests before putting a bow on that present.

Things to consider when buying a bridal shower gift include:

• Whilst candles and other typical gift basket items are popular, would she typically ask for something like this?
• Is she a hobbyist, and if so, what hobbies does she enjoy and what gifts can allow her to continue to enjoy those pastimes?
• Is she the kind of person that would prefer a movie or dinner date over a physical gift?
• Is she all about practicality? For example, would she like something for the home that she can tick off her wish list?

If any or all of the above apply to your bride-to-be, then a gift that gives her some of the choosing power is certain to make her day. A digital Gift Card, like those offered at Prezzee, allows for a specially selected bridal shower gift that gives her some options to ensure she receives exactly what she truly desires in the lead up to the wedding day.

Read our guide on bridal shower gift cards below – all certain to make her feel filled with love and anticipation on the eve of her wedding.

Bridal shower gift ideas for every type of bride-to-be

Help her find her perfect scent with Ultra Beauty

Perfume is a sophisticated and practical gift, which can help your bride-to-be feel extra special on her big day. It’s typically not best to choose the specific scent for your giftee however, as scent preferences are very unique to every individual. To ensure she finds her new favourite scent profile, a Gift Card to Ultra Beauty is the perfect way to treat her. Whether it's soft and sweet floral notes or earthy and woody undertones that she prefers, the bride in your life is certain to feel radiant on her big day with the help of this thoughtful bridal shower gift idea.

Spoil her to some me-time with Spafinder

Whilst planning her wedding is an exciting and once-in-a-life time occasion, it can add a little bit of stress here and there for her in the lead-up. Help her give back time to herself with a Gift Card to Spafinder. Renowned for their spa and wellness treatments, this bridal shower gift allows her to indulge in some well-needed me-time. Offering massages, facials, spa packages and more, she’ll feel rejuvenated and beyond thankful with this bridal shower gift.

Help her find those last-minute wedding essentials with Abercrombie & Fitch

When you’re planning a wedding, there’s so many little pieces that need to come together to make it perfect for her. Those little pieces often include hers - and her bridesmaids - shoes, accessories, makeup and more! By giving her a Gift Card to Abercrombie & Fitch, you’ll be giving her the helping hand to tick off the last little items from her wedding styling to-do list. Help her feel on top of her shopping, and wish her well in the lead up to wedding day with this practical and thoughtful bridal shower gift card.

Give her something to be excited for after the wedding with Virgin Experience Gifts

For the bride with a bucket-list that hasn’t had attention in some time, gifting her a mini adventure might just be the perfect bridal shower gift! With a Gift Card to Virgin Experience Gifts, your bride can treat herself to a pre or post-wedding adventure, doing something she’s been dreaming of. Whether it’s a wine tour or whale watching expedition, skydiving or sailing, get her heart fluttering (and pumping) with this exciting bridal shower gift idea.

Fill her wedding break with good reads from Barnes & Noble

Whether she plans to take some time off in the lead up to the wedding, or she has a special honeymoon planned, there’s never too many good reads for her down-time! For the bookish bride in your life, a Gift Card to Barnes & Noble is the perfect way to spoil her at her bridal shower. With thousands of new titles and cult classics for her to choose from, she’ll be whisked away on an adventure with this thoughtful gift!

Spoil her to a special meal before the big day with Darden Restaurants

After all the planning that her and husband or wife-to-be has put into the wedding, a little bit of down-time in the lead-up never goes astray. Treat them both before the day arrives with a Darden Restaurants Gift Card. This bridal shower gift card grants them access to some of the US’ leading dining establishments. From sipping cocktails at Bahama Breeze, to enjoying a steak dinner at Longhorn Steakhouse, they’ll be spoilt for choice with this deliciously sentimental bridal shower gift idea.

Make her wedding day excitement even more special with Prezzee

In the count-down to her wedding day, you can help her feel even more spoilt with the gift of choice – a Prezzee Smart eGift Card.

With a Smart eGift Card , she can choose from hundreds of American brands across retail, dining, travel, experiences and more. And if you can’t be there with her on the day of the bridal shower or wedding, this virtual gifting option ensures she feels your love, no matter how far apart you are. Yep, even if you live nations apart, Prezzee’s international gifting allows you to send your thoughts and well-wishes via a Gift Card that will best suit her favourite local brands. Shower her with your love this year with Prezzee!

Frequently asked questions about bridal shower gift giving

Do you have to bring a gift to a bridal shower?

Unless the bride has explicitly asked for no gifts in her invite, when attending a bridal shower, it is typically expected that you will bring a small gift for the bride/brides. If you’re stuck on what you would like to give as a bridal shower gift, a virtual Gift Card, like a Smart eGift Card from Prezzee shows you care, whilst giving her some choosing power – it’s a win-win!

Are bridal shower gifts for the bride only?

Traditionally, bridal shower gifts were intended for the bride only but increasingly, it’s more common for both members of the couple to throw a ‘wedding shower’ where they both will be given gifts. If you want to know for sure, it’s best to reach out to the bridal shower organizer to ensure you’re addressing your gift to the right person/people.

How much should I spend on a bridal shower gift?

There isn’t a universal dollar amount that you’re expected to spend on a bridal shower gift. However typically, gifts range from $40-$100 depending on your budget and relationship to the bride-to-be. With a Prezzee Gift Card, you can set your own custom dollar amount, allowing flexibility with your intended bridal shower gift budget.

Are bridal shower gifts for guests commonly given?

No, bridal shower gifts for guests aren’t traditionally given. The bride may wish to give party favors as a thank you to guests, however. Additionally, the bride-to-be may choose to give her bridal party gifts at this event, however, this is not traditionally expected at a bridal shower.

What are some personalized bridal shower gift ideas?

If you were invited to celebrate at her bridal shower, this indicates that you mean a lot to her and her partner in sharing their new chapter together. Giving a personalized bridal shower gift can help signify the strong relationship you have with the bride. Popular personalized bridal shower gift ideas include:

• A photo frame or photobook of images of you, the bride and their partner over the years
• A bottle of wine with a custom label discussing how you met both the bride and their groom/bride
• An eGift Card to one or multiple of their favorite brands with a personal message outlining how they deserve to spoil themselves in the lead up to the wedding day.

What are some popular bridal shower gift card ideas?

Bridal shower gift cards are a great way to show the bride or newlyweds-to-be that you love them, and that you value their choice in how they use their gift! Some popular bridal shower gift card ideas include:

• A travel-based bridal shower gift card, which they can use on a mini holiday before or after the wedding.
• A practical shopping-based gift card that can help them tick off the last items from their wedding-day styling to-do list

An experience-based bridal shower gift card that they can redeem across hundreds of exciting activities such as snorkeling, helicopter rides, wine-tours and much more.