35 Unique Bridal Shower Gifts for the Bride

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Now that you've mastered bridal shower gift etiquette, it's time to contemplate the ever-important question: What to get the bride-to-be? While it's always suitable to select something off of the wedding registry, these thoughtful gifts truly impress. Read on for our favorite bridal shower gift ideas any Southern belle will swoon for — and get to shopping, ladies!

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28 Collective Happy Couple Cutting Board, $42

28 Collective

Customize a handsome maple cutting board for the couple to enjoy every time they get to chopping.

Buy it here.

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The Grommet Robert Siegel Studio Porcelain Cast Vases, from $28

The Grommet

These porcelain milk cases come in a variety of sizes and make a dreamy accent to any room in a newlyweds' home.

Buy it here.

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UncommonGoods State Side Table, $250

UncommonGoods

For a really close friend or a group gift with a few pals, gift your gal with this reclaimed poplar wood table that includes a stamp stating its nickname, when the state was admitted into the U.S, and what number state it was to enter the union.

Buy it here.

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In The Pursuit Pink Pouch Bowl by Studio Joo, $80

In The Pursuit

In The Pursuit is an online artisan marketplace with everything from clothing to home decor. This beautiful bowl is crafted by hand in the wabi-sabi tradition, or the idea that beauty is imperfect.

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Boombox Gifts, $100-$348

Boombox Gifts

Whether it's a collection of photos and notes from the bridesmaids or a sorority sister group gift with marital advice and college snapshots, this highly personalized gift may very well make the bride shed a tear or two. The present comes in a lacquer-and-bone inlay box that holds up to 150 5x7 cards. Buy it here. https://boomboxgifts.com/

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Paddywax - Glow Collection Sea Salt & Plumeria Candle, $16-$30

Paddywax

This calming candle is perfect for lighting while she gets ready on her big day — and even can step in for her "something blue" if need be. Bonus: Paddywax candles are a slow-burning soy-wax blend poured by hand in the U.S. and free of phthalates. The vessles the candles are held in are meant to be reused once the candle is done (try planting a fern in one!).

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minted. Byline Stationery by Sara Hicks Malone, 15 cards for $39

minted.

Impress your bride to be with customized stationery. Now those thank you notes will practically write themselves!

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minted. Bloom Notebook by Lori Wemple, $16

minted.

Choose from a journal, address book, and monthly or weekly planner designed by a North Carolina artisan.

Buy it here.

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Wayfair Wetherell Blue and White Decal Wood Recipe Box, $34.99

Wayfair

Your soon to be newlywed friend will store treasured recipes in this wooden box for years to come.

Buy it here.

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Part & Parcel The Bride Box, $85

Part & Parcel

Celebrate a leading lady in your life with this collection of goodies ranging from a champagne flute stamped with the word "Bride" to rose sangria body scrub. Like what you see? Check out more from Part & Parcel, a gifting studio located in Roanoke, Virginia.

Buy it here.

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Lakrids by Bülow LOVE Collection, $11.50 - $31.50

Lakrids by Bülow

For the bride with a sweet tooth, spoil her with these licorice bites draped in rich chocolate in this special LOVE collection of treats.

Buy it here.

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The Grommet Paper'd Moments Personalized Map Housewarming Art

The Grommet

Your leading lady will love toasting her first home as a married couple with this one-of-a-kind keepsake.

Buy it here.

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Birch Lane Leavell Personalized 10 oz. Glass Flute, $58.99 for a set of 4

Birch Lane

A festive, thoughtful gift — now she'll have something to toast with before walking down the aisle.

Buy it here.

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The Art of Etiquette Sophia Collection, $85

The Art of Etiquette

A meaningful gift that allows couples to celebrate the bond of marriage: Each set comes with a vow writing tip booklet, practice pages, and a section for the couple to write a note to be opened on their first anniversary.

Buy it here.

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Uncommon Goods State Cheese Boards, $48

UncommonGoods.com

In the newlyweds' home, these bamboo boards will brim with state pride...and tasty appetizers.

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Uncommon Goods Blooming Lollipops, $20

UncommonGoods.com

Delight your gardening gal with these unique lollipops in flavors like lavender-lemongrass and lemon-thyme. When she's done, she can plant the seed-filled sticks to blossom into herbs or flowers.

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ArtSugar "Beach Love" Framed Print by Jaxon Roberts, from $120

ArtSugar

Perfect for the couple who'd rather be beaching.

Buy it here.

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The Grommet Kamsah Handmade Ceramic Serving Sets, from $24

The Grommet

This colorful dish is handmade in Nabeul, Tunisia, an are celebrated for its fine ceramics.

Buy it here.

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Prince Design Hand Painted Tea Towel, $14.95

Prince Design

Lemons, pineapples, bunnies, topiaries, how are we to choose?

Buy it here.

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Crystal Hills - Crystal Love Bath Salts, $40

Crystal Hills

The future bride will love unwinding with these rejuvenating bath salts made with rose quartz, hibiscus oil, and more.

Buy it here.

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Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Pillow, from $129

Brooklyn Bedding

You don't need us to tell you things get hot here.This super comfy pillow uses cooling technology to draw heat away from your body. Pair this gift with monogrammed or prettily-patterned pillow cases.

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Inspirational Gifts Mr. and Mrs. Gift Set, $49.99

Inspirational Gifts

This collection,of mugs, saucers, spoons, and a cutting board is sure to make her smile.

Buy it here.

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Isabelle Grace Jewelry Lock Toggle Initial Necklace, $69.00

Isabelle Grace

So they can always keep their forever love close to their heart.

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Hats.com Bring Me Coffee Socks, $5

Hats.com

Truer words have never been printed on socks. (Okay, excepts for these.)

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Olive & Cocoa Jardin Personalized Tray, $148

Olive & Cocoa

They'll think of you whenever they serve happy hour drinks or cozy up with a snack.

Buy it here.

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Pyrex Deep, $18

Pyrex

This new addition to the Pyrex family is sure to be appreciated by any Southern cook. Especially if you slip in your family's famous banana pudding cake recipe with the gift!

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B Floral’s Fresh Floral Jewelry Line, from $40

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Spoil the bride-to-be with the perfect piece of jewelry for this special occasion with a custom-made floral piece.

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Cathy's Concepts Building Love Wedding Guest Book, $65

Belk

A game and wedding guest book built into one. So fun!

Buy it here.

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Uncommon Goods Minute Mimosa Sugar Cube Trio, $30

UncommonGoods.com

No bridal shower is complete without mimosas or bellinis. Take them to the next level with these flavor-infused cubes.

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Simon Pearce Hartland 12.75” Cake Plate, $230

Simon Pearce

Equal parts elegant and functional, she'll love showing off her homemade Hummingbird cake or signature pecan pie on this piece.

Buy it here.

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ZAXIE "I Do" CZ Bridal Pin, $80

ZAXIE

A welcome addition to her bridal bouquet or a fun accessory to sport at the rehearsal dinner.

Buy it here.

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Polaroid Originals OneStep+, $119.99

Polaroid

Capture the fun of the bridal shower with this modern take on a classic Polaroid. Just make sure she opens it before the party starts!

Buy it here.

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Tenalach Night & Day Bean Bag Toss, from $239.99

Tenalach

The party will always be at her house with this stellar cornhole set.

Buy it here.

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Homestyler Box Newlywed Styler Box, from $59.99

Homestyler Box

A pillow, wine glasses, doormat, and more, she'll love showing off this collection of seven goodies in her new home.

Buy it here.

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Lovepop Card, $13

Lovepop

A gift card feels that much more special when presented inside of one of these amazing cards. Champagne Pop Card, Rose Bouquet Card, Vegas Showgirl Card, how are we ever going to choose?

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35 Bridal Shower Gifts Every Southerner Will Love

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28 Collective Happy Couple Cutting Board, $42

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The Grommet Robert Siegel Studio Porcelain Cast Vases, from $28

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UncommonGoods State Side Table, $250

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In The Pursuit Pink Pouch Bowl by Studio Joo, $80

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Boombox Gifts, $100-$348

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Paddywax - Glow Collection Sea Salt & Plumeria Candle, $16-$30

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minted. Byline Stationery by Sara Hicks Malone, 15 cards for $39

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minted. Bloom Notebook by Lori Wemple, $16

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Wayfair Wetherell Blue and White Decal Wood Recipe Box, $34.99

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Part & Parcel The Bride Box, $85

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Lakrids by Bülow LOVE Collection, $11.50 - $31.50

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The Grommet Paper'd Moments Personalized Map Housewarming Art

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Birch Lane Leavell Personalized 10 oz. Glass Flute, $58.99 for a set of 4

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The Art of Etiquette Sophia Collection, $85

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Uncommon Goods State Cheese Boards, $48

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Uncommon Goods Blooming Lollipops, $20

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ArtSugar "Beach Love" Framed Print by Jaxon Roberts, from $120

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The Grommet Kamsah Handmade Ceramic Serving Sets, from $24

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Prince Design Hand Painted Tea Towel, $14.95

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Crystal Hills - Crystal Love Bath Salts, $40

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Brooklyn Bedding Luxury Cooling Pillow, from $129

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Inspirational Gifts Mr. and Mrs. Gift Set, $49.99

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Isabelle Grace Jewelry Lock Toggle Initial Necklace, $69.00

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Hats.com Bring Me Coffee Socks, $5

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Olive & Cocoa Jardin Personalized Tray, $148

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Pyrex Deep, $18